Instead, the Buddha reiterated that different types consciousness arises out of specific material conditions, and that without the presence of these specific material conditions, the different types of consciousness do not arise. The concept of Buddhist consciousness does not constitute a theistic ‘atma’, or ‘soul’ that stands in opposition to the material world, but is in fact a product of conditions arising out of the material world.
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Practical Ch’an Buddhism: Never-Mind Life After Death – What About Life Before Death?
Everything else is merely imagination and extrapolation that moves the mind’s attention away from the correct analysis of its own functionality, and into the realms of imagination (and theology).
President Trump, US Imperialism, and Racialized Buddhism
When asked about Trump’s racism – the 14th Dalai Lama laughed and said he was unconcerned.
The Historicity of Buddha’s Rationality
The Buddha’s use of ‘logic’ pre-dated the ancient Greeks.
Canonical Chinese Ch’an
Immoral behaviour is a physical manifestation of immoral psychological patterns operating in the mind, and its presence serves as a permanent ‘block’ to any advancement toward enlightenment.
Buddhapadipa Temple – Wimbledon (1.9.2016)
May all beings be happy and free from suffering!
SANGHA KOMMUNE (SSR) 