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Vows 

Ten Virtues of Buddhism
1.   Respecting Life 

2.   Generosity (respecting other’s property) 

3.   Sexual Purity (honouring relationships) 

4.   Kind Words

5.   Speaking the Truth

6.   Speaking in Ways that Bring People Together 

7.   Meaningful Talk 

8.   Being Satisfied (with what you have) 

9.   Good Will and Rejoicing

10. Being Willing to Challenge Your Own Beliefs


The Yamas and Niyamas of Ashtanga Yoga

Yama: External Ethics

Ahimsa – Non-Harming

Satya – Truthfulness

Asteya – Non – Stealing

Brahmacharya – Sexual Purity

Aparigraha – Non- Coveting, Simplicity, Only Taking What is Necessary

Niyama: Intenal Ethics

Saucha – Cleanliness, Purity, Clarity

Santosha – Contentment, Having Enough

Tapas – Discipline, Effort

Svadhaya - Self Study, Self Inquiry

Ishvara Pranidhana - Surrender

The Five Vows of a Layperson

1.Not killing a human 

2.Not stealing anything of value

3.Not lying about your spiritual realizations

4.Not committing adultery

5.Not taking alcohol or intoxicants
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