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I'm not well-read enough on the suttas to know what the Buddha himself or his disciples said about this. But I know that Dogen stated that compassion should be "like reaching for a pillow in the… (View Post)
@riverflow - Just some trivia - the particular style of song in the link I posted is known as a ghazal. Lots of interesting structure in the lyrics, as well as the spiritual aspect of it. Jagjit Sing… (View Post)
There's some big Indian film awards thing happening in town, and one of the local newspapers made mention of this Indian Sufi singer Kavita Seth. Amazing stuff. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKTEYzf… (View Post)
(Quote) I'm assuming that if it was a skillful act and had good intentions, it's okay to pursue pleasant mind-states? Just don't be a jerk about it, that type of thing? (View Post)
@JamestheGiant - Seems structured... just the way I like it! I should check this out. Thanks! @riverflow - What are the names of the Glenn Wallis and TNH books? I would be interested in looking into … (View Post)