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Light of Dharma offers four deep-learning paths grounded in authentic canonical texts:

28-Day Sanctuary Course: Daily contemplation, breath meditation, and reflective journaling exploring Dukkha, Anicca, Anatta, the 5 Hindrances, and the Noble Eightfold Path.
Nāgārjuna & the Middle Way: 10 gateways into Madhyamaka philosophy, Mūlamadhyamakakārikā analysis, and dialectical inquiry beyond nihilism and eternalism.
The Wheel & The Web: 16 modules on the 12 links of Dependent Origination (Paṭicca-samuppāda), the Bhavacakra mandala, and interactive psychological labs.
Sacred Sutta Library: Canonical discourses with authentic Pali phonetics, Chinese Buddhist translations with Pinyin, and meditative commentaries.
Dharma Journal & Practice Ledger: Personal contemplative reflections, Pali terminology glossary, and habit tracking.

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Public Dharma glossary

Upekkhā

Pronunciation: oo-PEK-khaa

Canonical definition: Equanimity or emotional steadiness; the fourth of the divine abodes (Brahmavihāra).

Morphological structure

upa- (closely, impartially) + √īkṣ (to look upon): observing with balanced patience.

Canonical usage

Equanimity or emotional steadiness; the fourth of the divine abodes (Brahmavihāra).

Common misunderstanding

Equanimity is not cold apathy, suppression of emotion, or indifference to suffering.

Practical significance

Provides the emotional stability that prevents compassion from collapsing into burnout.

Source anchor

MN 52; DN 33