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Re: Buddhist community ponders apparent link between their faith and Navy Yard shooter??
(Quote) With perpetrators that gain much public attention, their religion is often discussed in the context of what happened. Yes, all religions have issues...and YES, that includes Buddhists. Why al… (View Post)
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Re: Unfortunately today's shooter was Theravadan Buddhist
When in Thailand I asked about a ceremony. A monk said that it was not necessary. One can take refuge in Buddha, in the Sangha, and in the Dhamma by oneself in meditation. I did it frequently. Of cou… (View Post)
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Re: Working out Karma over many lifetimes.
From Wikipedia: "He returned to Denver where he worked as a deputy sheriff until shortly before his death from cancer in 1894. His funeral took place at the city's Trinity United Methodist Churc… (View Post)
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Re: National exceptionalism
Re the flooding since several of you brought it up -- yes, safe in this part of Colorado Springs. I live near the top of a hill just before you move on the Great Plains. If my place ever floods, 95% … (View Post)
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Re: Compassion towards abusive men?
When you go from on thread to another it can be quite interesting. I note, for example, that some people here can have more compassion toward a man who can beat and abuse women and children than they… (View Post)
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