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Chaz · The Remarkable Chaz · Veteran
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Re: Nicki Minaj’s disgraceful photoshoot in front of a Buddha statue."
All this is is someone posing with a statue. This isn't a sacred or consecrated space nor do I believe that the statue itself qualifies. Anybody can have a statue of the Buddha and a Stupa by their p… (View Post)
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Re: What Is The Buddhist Anti-dote for Jealousy
(Quote) Sounds good - probably the best explanation of applying the 8FP to a problem I've ever heard. Wouldn't be simpler to simply acknowledge the jealous thoughts/feelings as they arise and then si… (View Post)
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Re: Making the decision to be a lay follower or monk?
(Quote) I have to agree fully with Vinlyn on both points. Taking robes is not something you should rush into. Make your decision carefully. Finish school. You'll be of greater use to your monastery w… (View Post)
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Re: What Is The Buddhist Anti-dote for Jealousy
(Quote) Recommending Yidam or wrathful diety practice to someone, who probably doesn't have permission, training, guidance or the requisite practices to undertake such practice really isn't a very go… (View Post)
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Re: The Lama
(Quote) I wouldn't say is dogma, per se. It's a traditional way of looking at the role of the Lama/Guru, which is to wake you up. You don't wake someone up by standing by waiting for them to wake up … (View Post)3