A study of the relevance of the eightfold path in developing mental discipline in everyday life
International Journal of Sanskrit Research January 1, 2026 DOI: 10.22271/23947519.2026.v12.i1c.2960 (opens in new tab) via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThe Noble Eightfold Path provides a structured method for attaining wisdom, moral behavior, and mental self-control, serving as a pragmatic guide for inner peace and freedom from suffering. This analysis examines the path's philosophical basis and explores its applications in contemporary life, including mental health, ethics, and mindfulness-based interventions. The teachings offer a systematic approach to self-transformation that remains relevant for modern practitioners seeking psychological well-being and ethical living.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Buddhism |
| Keywords | Everyday life Relevance law Enlightenment Path computing |
| Key finding | Argues that the Noble Eightfold Path offers a systematic method for attaining wisdom, moral behavior, and mental self-control, with applications in contemporary mental health and mindfulness practices. |
Abstract
The Noble Eightfold Path (Aṣṭāṅgika Mārga), a central Buddhist teaching, offers a structured path to enlightenment and inner peace. It is one of the fundamental teachings of Buddhism, providing a systematic method of attaining wisdom, moral behavior, and mental self-control. It is a pragmatic manual for those who desire inner peace, self-transformation, and freedom from suffering. This study examines the philosophical basis, everyday applications, and psychological advantages of the Eightfold Path. Moreover, it analyzes how its teachings may be practiced in contemporary life, such as in mental health, ethics, and mindfulness-based intervention.