Right Livelihood | Sanskrit: सम्यगाजीव | IAST: samyag-ājiva | Framed Zen Art | 12 inch x 12 inch

In Buddhist philosophy, "Right Livelihood" is part of the Eightfold Path, which mainly involves choosing a way of life that is consistent with moral and spiritual principles. The core idea of ​​Right Livelihood is to avoid occupations that cause direct or indirect harm and to promote the well-being of individuals and society through one's professional practices.

The importance of Right Livelihood is reflected in the following aspects:

• Avoid Harmful Professions: Avoid any job that directly causes death or suffering to living things, such as being a butcher or a weapons maker. Additionally, careers involving fraud, deception, or other illegal activities should also be avoided.

• Promote positive careers: Right Livelihood encourages practitioners to choose careers that benefit society, the environment, and personal spiritual development. This may include jobs in education, healthcare, social services, and more.

• Harmony between individuals and society: The practice of Right Livelihood helps individuals and society live in harmony. When a person's approach to livelihood is consistent with their moral and spiritual values, they are more likely to feel inner peace and contentment, and to contribute positively to society.

• Reduce negative karma: Engaging in a legitimate occupation helps reduce the accumulation of negative karma.

Read our meditation blog to understand more about Right Livelihood: The Concept of Right Livelihood in Buddhist Philosophy.