4 Causes of Death
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Within Tibetan Buddhism, the concept of the '4 Causes of Death' offers a framework for understanding why death occurs. These causes are:
- Exhaustion of Karma
- Exhaustion of Merit
- Exhaustion of Life Force
- Exhaustion of Power.
While death is inevitable according to the fundamental principle of impermanence, the timing and circumstances of death are influenced by these complex and interconnected factors.
Understanding the '4 Causes of Death' allows practitioners to engage in skillful actions and practices aimed at potentially prolonging life and fostering a more meaningful and spiritually prepared approach to death.