EP. 124 - LOVING-KINDNESS (Metta)

EP. 124 - LOVING-KINDNESS (Metta)

From Buddha’s Teachings by Sothy Tim

October 13, 2025 · 40 min · Episode 124

About this episode

This episode explores the concept of Loving-Kindness (Metta) as one of the Four Great Refuges in Buddha's Teachings.

The Four Great Refuges in Buddha's Teachings are Loving-Kindness (Metta), Compassion (Karuna), Joy in others happiness (Mudita), and Equanimity (Upekha). Loving-Kindness (Metta) is one the great abode Buddhists practice, take refuge under. The practice of loving-kindness requires a clear understanding in order to have true penetration. Otherwise loving-kindness cannot truly happens.

People in this episode

Host: Sothy Tim

Topics covered

  • Loving-Kindness
  • Buddhism
  • Meditation
  • Compassion
  • Spirituality

Keywords

  • Loving-Kindness
  • Metta
  • Buddhism
  • Compassion
  • Meditation
  • Spirituality
  • Equanimity

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Loving-Kindness (Metta), Compassion (Karuna), Joy in others happiness (Mudita), Equanimity (Upekha)

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