An introduction to friendliness (mettā) Emotional intelligence and freedom in the Pāli discourses of the Buddha
Friendliness (mettā in Pāli) is an emotional and intentional attitude of goodwill and non-aversion towards all sentient beings, including oneself. It is rooted in both feeling and understanding. In the Pāli discourses of the Buddha, friendliness is repeatedly stressed and encouraged for its numer...
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Groningen
University of Groningen Press
2022
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