The thirteen contemplations (sections 9 – 21 of the Contemplation Sutra)

Here are the thirteen contemplations/meditations taught by Shakyamuni Buddha in sections 9 to 21. As they are technical explanations I will only comment when it’s really necessary.

 

The 1st contemplation is on the setting sun:

 

 “The Buddha said to Vaidehi, ‘You and other sentient beings should concentrate and, with one-pointed attention, turn your thoughts westward. How do you cont...