A Web of Perfections

In Mahayana Buddhism, the six Paramitas (Perfections) are essential practices on the path to developing Bodhicitta, the mind of love, compassion and wisdom. These are generosity (Dana), ethical discipline (Sila), patience (Kshanti), effort (Virya), concentration (Dhyana), and wisdom (Prajna). When practiced together, these perfections work synergistically, contributing to the development of ultimate Bodhicitta. Here are some examples of how they work together:

Together, these pairs weave a web of interrelated practices that support and enhance each other, leading to the development of ultimate Bodhicitta. This interconnectedness illustrates how the practice of one perfection naturally involves and strengthens the others, facilitating a holistic approach to spiritual development in the Mahayana Buddhist path.