The Wheel of Dhamma rolls on (with Q&A) - May 2, 2025

A talk given at Bodhikusuma (https://www.bodhikusuma.com). Questions are précised: 39:02 Q1 In your talk, you speculated that the disciples who were listening to the Buddha probably were stream enterers. Do you think they knew this? 40:50 Q2 Do I need to have a long samadhi before I start to do body contemplations? 43:41 Q3 Should I limit my body contemplation to one hour? 46:32 Q4 When we chant and direct metta to people, do they actually receive it? 49:09 Q5 Do you know of any monastics who live with mental illness or autism? Can that work in a disciplined monastic environment? 53:52 Q6 What advice would you have for someone interested in ordination at an older age? I am 72. 56:50 Q7 Are there days when you are upset or unhappy?