Make a Sutta Reading Practice Plan
By writing down our intentions to engage daily with the words of the Buddha, we increase our chances of success.
Sutta Practice
Using an E-book Reader for Sutta Reading Practice: Kindle, Nook, etc.
Although it is recommended that you do your sutta reading practice from a book and not from the computer, using an e-book reader in some circumstances might work as well as a paper book. For the purpose of these recommendations, an e-book reader refers to a device that is dedicated to just reading books, such … Read more
Dhammapada As a Daily Practice
The Dhammapada is an excellent text for a daily sutta practice. The verses are packed with material for contemplation as well as implementation. The reading can usually be done in as little as five minutes a day plus as much reflection time as you are able to give. If you do not have an established … Read more
The Five P’s of Sutta Reading Practice
When we keep certain principles in mind as we read the suttas, we are sure to succeed on our path of practice and understanding.
Taking Notes While Practicing
Many people will have the urge to take notes while they are doing their sutta practice. This is not surprising. All our time in school is spent taking notes so we can do well on the test later. If you have especially strong connections between reading and collecting facts, with a sutta practice it is … Read more