The Nine-Point Meditation on Death

Maranasati meditation.

Certainties:

1. My body is very fragile.
2. Everyone has to die. I have to die.
3. My lifespan is decreasing continuously.
4. Death will come whether I am prepared or not.

Uncertainties:

1. I don't know when I will die.
2. I don't know how I will die.

Helplessness:

1. At the time of my death, my possessions, knowledge, and experiences will not be able to help me.
2. My loved ones will not be able to help me.
3. My own body will not be able to help me.