An Analytical Study of Dhamma Principles in the Nibbana Sutta

Abstract

The research article on the study of the analysis of the principles of Dharma that appear in the Lanna Dharma scripture, Nirvana Sutta, has the following research objectives: 1. To study the principles of Dharma that appear in the Lanna Dharma scripture, Nirvana Sutta, and 2. To analyze the principles of Dharma that appear in the Lanna Dharma scripture, Nirvana Sutta.This research is a qualitative research.
The research results found that: 1. The Nibbana Sutta in the Tripitaka explains why some beings fail to attain Nibbana, attributing it to their lack of understanding of the four realities: the perception of decline, stability, distinction, and liberation from defilements. Conversely, those who clearly comprehend these perceptions can attain Nibbana. The Buddha stated that those who see Nibbana as bliss develop delight in the Dhamma, enabling them to enter the path of rightness (Sammattaniyama), leading to the attainment of various stagesof enlightenment. Moreover, seven types of individuals with the wisdom to perceive Nibbana as bliss and who steadfastly practice the Dhamma are considered supreme fields of merit, worthy of offerings and veneration in the world.
2. This analysis aims to study the Lanna Dharma scripture, “Nirvana Sutta, Yanasampanno Edition,” which conveys the Buddha’s teachings on Nirvana, emphasizing the observance of the precepts, meditation, and loving-kindness that will lead to happiness, peace, and avoiding suffering in the cycle of existence. The principles that appear in this scripture include the principle of merit, giving alms, observing the precepts, the principle of the Brahmavihara Dhamma, the principle of the Three Boonkiriyavatthu, and the principle of shame and shamelessness. This scripture emphasizes the conduct of Buddhists in leading a good life, aiming to do good, avoiding evil, fearing sin, and building up merit to attain Nirvana.