Category: Buddhism

Exploring the philosophy (and practice) of Early and Later Buddhism.

Nick Griffin’s Weird (Racist) Religious Cult! (14.7.2023)

This descent into pseudo-religiosity is all part of the delusional world the political far-right inhabits! It is no wonder that Griffin is so wide of the Hitlerite mark that he is nolonger considered part of the legitimate conventional far-right movement in the UK – which is now led by his protégé – Mark Collett (a fascist who was once featured in glossy Sunday supplements when New Labour was in power). A pursual of this Templar website while demonstrate the ‘dishonesty’ hallmark that defines the thinking of the contemporary far-right! This Hitlerite ‘lying’ is presented through the camouflage of ‘paradox’ and ‘contradiction’. Below is an obviously misleading statement DENYING that this outfit is involved in politics – followed by obvious far-right posts made on the group’s Telegram Channel – which has Griffin’s name and image liberally dotted throughout:

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Vietnam: How Nguyen Van Tai Survived Prolonged CIA Torture in US-Occupied Saigon! (12.7.2023)

“On the afternoon of April 30th, 1975, a Battalion of IV Corps entered Saigon and having destroyed the ARVN and US military forces – they successfully occupied the CIA building complex! These were essentially torture chambers and murder centres! Having killed the Guards surrounding the area – Mr. Tai was found chained to a metal chair – and was released from his white cell! Mr. Tai had been tortured, beaten and abused every single day for 4 years, 4 months and 10 days whilst in solitary confinement! During that time – he gave the Americans absolutely NOTHING”‘

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People’s Daily (English) on Telegram! (10.7.2023)

The Dictatorship of the Bourgeoisie is quite often ‘brutal’ at times – with the Tyranny being changed every four or five years! Imagine that form of highly exploitative ‘freedom’! We are conditioned to ‘choose’ those who will exploit us – and we are brainwashed to view this as constituting ‘freedom’! One way of breaking up this conditioning is to read widely and open the mind to new experiences and different ways of viewing things! As an English writer once wrote – ‘We read to know we are not alone!’ (attributed to CS Lewis – from his ‘An Experiment in Criticism’)! China – and the Chinese people – have come along way in a very hostile world. As Westerners – if we really believe our civilisation to be of noble stock – then surely we should assist another noble people in a similar way!

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China: Anti-Japanese War of Resistance Commemorated! (8.7.2023)

Students attend a ceremony to mark the 86th anniversary of the beginning of China’s whole-nation resistance war against Japanese aggression in Beijing, capital of China, July 7, 2023.

China on Friday commemorated the 86th anniversary of the beginning of China’s whole-nation resistance war against Japanese aggression.

On July 7, 1937, Japanese soldiers attacked Chinese forces at the Lugou Bridge in Beijing. The incident is recognized as the start of Japan’s full-scale invasion of China and China’s whole-nation resistance against the Japanese invaders.

A commemorative ceremony was held on Friday morning at the Museum of the War of Chinese People’s Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, which is located near the Lugou Bridge. (Xinhua/Yue Yuewei)

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The Case for Abolishing the False Construct of ‘Whiteness’! (6.7.2023)

DNA tests of this clan has apparently demonstrated a genetic link to this area. Obviously, the Vikings had not yet arrived in Eastern Europe around 1,700 BCE – and would not do so for around another 2,000 years! Whoever these people were who migrated into India as ‘Aryans’ – they were NOT Western or Northern Europeans. This proves that the idea that the ‘Aryans’ were ‘Europeans’ is a myth. They may well have been some type of Central Asian with a typical ‘light’ complexion routinely found in the Far East – although examples of these indigenous people still exist within Eastern Russia (a collection of different people who look ‘Chinese’).  

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China: Disabled People Realizing Their Dreams – from Chef, Teacher and Barista and Various Other Sectors! (6.7.2023)

Along with six friends, she embarked on a venture selling handicrafts created by people with disabilities in the region. Their offerings include exquisite works of embroidery and intricate paper-cutting.

Similarly, chef Li Yuanyuan from Guizhou had a heartfelt desire to extend support to others. On the national day of assisting disabled persons, which is observed on the third Sunday of May every year, he would distribute the dishes he prepared among fellow community members with disabilities.

“Before reaching where I am today, I received immense help and encouragement. Therefore, I am determined to pay it forward, to assist and inspire others. Only through such actions can my life acquire true meaning,” said Li, reflecting on his journey.

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