Master of Buddhism
Lesson 14 – Monks
Questions
Exercise:
1. What are some advantages of taking precepts? An advantage to taking the precepts is that it would increase the opportunity for happiness and good fortune, finding peace within one's self.
2. Under any circumstance, should any of the ten precepts be taken lightly? No, the precepts shouldn't be taken lightly. They are there to help you train to become more serene and reduce suffering.
3. "(The homeless brother) must preach to everyone, he must wake up sleeping people." What do you think this means? I think this means that everyone who doesn't study Buddhism and see that life is suffering and Buddhism shows everyone how to reach enlightenment is asleep. This life is nothing but a dream.