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(Quote) The Theravadans can, and do. So can Mahayanists, but the term "True Self", I believe, is in the MahaParinirvana Sutras, so we are to believe it was the Buddha who came up with it, n… (View Post)
Honestly, I think it's because of much anti-trolling effort that was invested in the site some years ago. The know-it-all-ism that tends to dominate some other B-forums, which tends to be accompanied… (View Post)
(Quote) I still think you're getting hung up on the term "Self". Just think of True Self as being synonymous with Buddhahood--the transcending of the mundane self. (View Post)
(Quote) Well, yes--this is the crux of the matter. In order to even realize that the guru bears some responsibility, and therefore may not be worthy of the devotion he receives, would require a level… (View Post)