The Four Brahmaviharas are states of mind conducive to spiritual growth from "summary" of Buddhism For Dummies by Jonathan Landaw,Stephan Bodian,Gudrun Bühnemann
The Four Brahmaviharas, also known as the Divine Abodes, are qualities of mind that are highly valued in Buddhism. These states of mind are considered conducive to spiritual growth because they help practitioners cultivate positive emotions and attitudes towards themselves and others. The first Brahmavihara is Metta, or loving-kindness, which involves developing a sense of warmth and friendliness towards all beings. By cultivating loving-kindness, individuals can overcome feelings of ill will and cultivate a genuine sense of goodwill towards others. The second Brahmavihara is Karuna, or compassion, which involves developing a sense of empathy and concern for the suffering of others. Practicing com...
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