Hi all,

This week's article focuses on a section of the Visuddhimagga, or 'Path to Purity', one of the foremost Theravadin Buddhists texts, written by Buddhaghosa, a fifth-century Indian Buddhist scholar. In the Visuddhimagga, Buddhaghosa describes six 'types of persons', each corresponding to certain characteristics, and associated with recommended meditation techniques. Come check out which one you are!

Buddhist Personality Types
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art46926.asp

Be sure to participate in the corresponding forum poll, and give your thoughts on these teachings. Also be sure to check out the forum post requesting FAQ questions, as I would like to post a Buddhism FAQ next week. The forum is available at:
http://forums.bellaonline.com/ubbthreads.php?ubb=postlist&Board=351

I hope to hear from you sometime soon, either in the forum or in response to this email message. I appreciate any suggestions or feedback you have.

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Lisa Erickson, Buddhism Editor
http://buddhism.bellaonline.com

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