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Reading, Questioning, Intelligent Recounting,
Anuperksha, Discourse; Anupreksha is the most original and thriving! Without it, the discourse is for ever wanting! Anupreksha or feeling alone provides a solid
foundation; Hear it described, to reap great spiritual
satisfaction!
Q. It is clear that the development of equanimity is
necessary for inner happiness. But the mind's problem is not resolved. After all, how is one to develop equanimity?
Ans. For the development of equanimity, it is neces
sary to practise anupreksha. Preksha and anupreksha constitute a pair. In the system of preksha dhyana, thought commands the same importance as the act of observation. Anupreksha is a thought-induced, suggestive, process. Thought is very necessary for a clear comprehension of the essential religious elements. It is called contemplation or reflection. The essentials are known through contemplation. In the process of knowing these, arise occasions of like and dislike, of attachment and aversion. Unless one is free from like and dislike, meditation can pose a danger. In avoiding like and dislike, contemplation on the 'transitoriness' and 'uncertainty of life, can be very helpful. That is why it has been called "inter-meditation. It is a process which takes place between two meditations. From this point of view, contemplation (anupreksha) serves as a bridge between self-study and meditation.
Q. Anupreksha means argument or thought. Wher- ever there is thought, there is conflict. Where there
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