Mutita

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Mutita

Also known as Mudita in the Pali Buddhist scriptures. It is known as one of the 4 Immeasurables. These are so-named because their practice brings immeasurable merits and benefits. Mudita is appreciative/sympathetic joy, rejoicing in the happiness and success of others. The 4 Immeasurables are;

  1. Loving-kindness or benevolence (metta)
  2. Compassion (karuna)
  3. Empathetic joy (mudita)
  4. Equanimity (upekkha)
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