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Re: My Misguided "Christian" Ethic Intersection
It is very unfortunate that such an interpretation transmitted to @nenkohai has had such a negative impact on his psyche. However, @John_Spencer and @karasti are indicating an understanding more in t… (View Post)
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Re: "On Denying Defilements" by Ven. Thanissaro
This was an observation and concern of mine as a Western Buddhist that was influenced by commentaries by the Dalai Lama. Not that he was addressing or identifying a particular problem in the West, bu… (View Post)
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Re: compassion?
I think when someone praises the compassion of others it can be very relevant, because it is recognition of and perhaps provides us with a glimpse of the true light of our own inner being, the Buddha… (View Post)
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Re: Refreshing one's Metta practice
I remember reading a comment the Dalai Lama had made about a conversation he had with a Christian friend. It was regarding the abundance of new Buddhist monasteries being established in that he menti… (View Post)
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Re: Buddhism, Lent and letting go of attachments
It can be very difficult when only one or a few are fasting in the household especially for the one who is the main preparer of meals. My advice is just do the best you can under the circumstances ta… (View Post)3