The practice of Buddhism is said to be based on the teachings of Buddha or “the enlightened one” and is mostly centered on the purification of the mind and the body. To achieve enlightenment, one must follow the teachings of Buddha and put them into practice.
Buddhism follows three training or practices. These three trainings or practices consists of the “Sila” which espouses virtue, good conduct, morality. There are two fundamental principles that are involved in the “Sila”. These principles are equality and reciprocity. The principle of “Sila” tells us that all living things are equal and should be accorded with the same treatment. Furthermore, the “Sila” teaches that one should only the things to others, which they would want to be done onto them. The second training or practice of Buddhism is the “Samadhi” which teaches concentration, meditation and mental development. The mind is the path to freedom. That is the reason why “Samadhi” encourages mental development. It believes that once a person is mentally developed he or she will learned to control his or her mind and gain control over his or her conduct or actions. The third training or practice in Buddhism is the “Prajna” which involves discernment, insight, wisdom and enlightenment. According to this practice, where the mind is calm and pure, true wisdom will come about. It is therefore very important in the teaching of Buddhism that “Prajna” be followed and religiously practiced by the followers of Buddhism. The “Prajna” is said to be the true heart and core of Buddhism.
