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Re: Are the precepts just training rules?
They are guidelines, but not just guidelines. Without adhering to them, a freedom from suffering is impossible. This topic comes up more often. This is what I've said before: It all depends on what y… (View Post)
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Re: Modern interpretations of Buddha-Nature
@Vastminds It doesn't create confusion in me personally because, after having researched it already, I just see it as a term that isn't an essential part of the Buddha's teachings. Not to offend anyb… (View Post)
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Re: How do you reach jhana?
Forget about jhanas. If you strive for jhanas, that's another distraction, another craving. Just focus on the present moment. Trust your meditation object, whatever it is at that time. It can be the … (View Post)
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Re: If there is no rebirth ...
(Quote) Yes, it would change the matter, that's for sure. Meditation would still be pleasant I think, but it wouldn't provide a way out. But since meditation (and the rest of the Buddhist path) is pl… (View Post)
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Re: Theravada vs. Mahayana Buddhism
Hi! I know this can be a bit of a challenge for beginners, perhaps finally you found a certain way of life you can agree with, turns out people don't agree within it! Can be quite a bummer. So I take… (View Post)
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