Hiri-Ottapa: Understanding Shame and Fear of Wrongdoing
…reness, consideration, care.
4. Examination and Analysis (vimamsa) – understanding, thoughtfulness, observation, investigation, analysis and evaluation.
Wrong Livelihood
The following occupations are prohibite…
Hiri and Ottapa are pivotal concepts in Buddhism, representing the shame of wrongdoing and the fear of its consequences. Together, they foster a good moral conscience. Individuals devoid of these trai