Insanity ☁️ dark
1 discourses
Synonyms:
craziness, mental derangement, lunacy, loss of reason, madness, Supported by:{unwise attention, wrong view}, Leads to:{suffering}
Context:
A disturbed and unstable mental condition in which the mind is scattered, erratic, or deranged. It can range from temporary disorientation and agitation to severe forms of insanity, obstructing clarity and discernment.
Pāli term:
ummattaka, cittakkhepa
In Numerical Discourses (Aṅguttara Nikāya)
Singing, dancing, and excessive laughter are all considered inappropriate expressions for the Noble Ones. The appropriate expression of joy for one who delights in the Dhamma is simply a gentle smile, reflecting dignified restraint.