Bhikkhu Bodhi: Satipatthana Sutta, Part 10

This podcast explores the Buddhist idea of the five aggregates of clinging—material form, feeling, perception, mental formations, and consciousness—as elements that make up an individual rather than a fixed self. The speaker delves into each aggregate, highlighting their transient and interconnected nature. The conversation then transitions to how reflecting on these aggregates, through the lens of Satipatthana, fosters mindfulness and detachment by recognizing the rise and fall of each element. This understanding ultimately paves the way for liberation from clinging and suffering. The podcast also addresses the concept of the "contemplator," clarifying that it is not a distinct entity but rather a process occurring within the aggregates themselves.