6 Realms
IN THIS LESSON
Endless Craving: A Realm of Unquenchable Desire and Unfulfilled Longing.
The hungry ghost realm is a place of insatiable desire and longing. Beings in this realm are depicted with large, empty bellies and tiny mouths, always hungry but never able to satisfy their cravings. In Buddhist psychology, this realm symbolizes a state of deep attachment and greed, where desires can never be fulfilled. It’s a life of constant yearning and frustration, where nothing ever seems enough. The hungry ghost realm teaches us the futility of excessive desire and the suffering it brings. True contentment, it reminds us, comes from letting go of our cravings and finding peace within.
Additional Resources
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Item In this short teaching video from the Plum Village app
Zen Master talks about "hungry ghosts," the suffering people who are not well rooted in their families and societies, and how to help them.
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What if the addictions that grip so many are merely attempts to silence a deeper, emotional pain? Explore the hidden landscapes of human pain where temporary escapes become lifelong battles. Uncover the transformative wisdom that reveals true fulfillment and peace lie within, waiting to be discovered beyond the shadows of our hungry ghosts. Embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery, where the key to liberation is closer than we think.