Lục độ

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The Six Perfections: In Mahayana Buddhism, the six virtues or practices cultivated by a Bodhisattva on the path to enlightenment.
    • The Six Paramitas: The Sanskrit term "paramita" means "perfection" or "that which has reached the other shore." "Lục độ" is the direct translation of this concept, representing six transcendent actions.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • Lục độ là nền tảng của hạnh Bồ Tát. (The Six Perfections are the foundation of a Bodhisattva's conduct.)
    • Các nhà sư giảng về pháp môn tu lục độ. (The monks teach about the practice of the Six Paramitas.)
    • Bố thí là một trong lục độ. (Generosity is one of the Six Perfections.)
Advanced Usage
  • The concept is often discussed in Buddhist philosophy and ethics as a complete path for spiritual development, integrating moral discipline, mental cultivation, and wisdom.
The Six Perfections (Detailed)
  1. Bố thí (Dana): The perfection of generosity, giving without attachment.
  2. Trì giới (Sila): The perfection of ethical conduct or discipline.
  3. Nhẫn nhục (Ksanti): The perfection of patience, forbearance, and tolerance.
  4. Tinh tấn (Virya): The perfection of energy, diligence, and enthusiastic effort.
  5. Thiền định (Dhyana): The perfection of meditation and concentration.
  6. Trí tuệ (Prajna): The perfection of wisdom, insight into the true nature of reality.
Variants and Related Words
  • Lục độ ba la mật: A fuller term referencing the Sanskrit "paramita."
  • Bồ Tát đạo: The Bodhisattva path, of which the Six Perfections are a core component.
  • Hạnh Bồ Tát: Bodhisattva conduct, exemplified by the Six Perfections.
Synonyms
  • The Six Perfections
  • The Six Paramitas
  • The Transcendent Virtues
Related Concepts
  • Tứ diệu đế: The Four Noble Truths.
  • Bát chánh đạo: The Noble Eightfold Path.
  • Bồ Tát: A being dedicated to attaining enlightenment for the benefit of all.