Heart of the Teachings

Essentials of Buddhism

Wisdom of the Ages

Perfections

Qualities that need to be perfected

 The ten perfections (paramis) are

  1. Generosity (dana)
  2. Morality (sila)
  3. Renunciation (nekkhamma)
  4. Wisdom (panna)
  5. Energy (viriya)
  6. Patience (khanti)
  7. Truthfulness (sacca)
  8. Resolution (adhitthana)
  9. Loving-Kindness (metta)
  10. Equanimity (upekkha)