A Study of the Four Path Accomplishments (Iddhipada) as the Stimulation for Being Wholesome

Abstract

This thesis had 3 objectives; 1) to study of the four Itthipatha in Theravada
Buddhism, 2) to study of the stimulation for make wholesome in Buddhism and
3) to study of the four Itthipatha as the stimulation for make wholesome. It was a documentary research. The collected information taken from the important scriptures of Theravada Buddhism, Tipitaka, commentary and other related texts and researches was summarized, analyzed and compiled in description. It has been finally verified by the experts for check its correctness.
The result of research found that :
The four Itthipatha can be applied in many areas such as the practice, work, teaching, learning or living. The four Itthipatha consist of Chanda ; the satisfaction of work, want to do more, Viriya ; persistence means diligence, Citta ; the mind is not frustrated with the problem or obstacle, and Vimangsa ; to know apply the ideas in the work to achieve the goals.
A study of the four itthipatha as the stimulation for make wholesome or goodness. It push to make a good thing ; 1) Chanda is pleasant, satisfaction in reasoned attention, 2) Viriya is attempt, come to mind in ten merit, 3) Citta is concentration in foundations of mindfulness, 4) Vimangsa is wisdom in enlightenment factors.