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Meaning “perfect” or “perfection.” In Theravada Buddhism, these teachings are not believed to be part of the original teachings of Theravada but were added at a later date to appeal to lay people. It is believed that working to achieve the paramitas leads a person toward enlightenment through purification. The paramitas are identified as the “Ten Perfections:”
• Dana parami: generosity
• Sila parami: virtue and morality
• Nekkhamma parami: renunciation
• Panna parami: insight and spiritual wisdom
• Viriya parami: diligence and effort
• Khanti parami: patience, tolerance, acceptance
• Sacca parami: honesty
• Adhitthana parami: determination
• Metta parami: loving kindness
• Upekkha parami: serenity
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