paulno
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I'm all about Thich Nhat Hanh. The man radiates love and compassion.
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If that's the case I just grounded an incarnation of Shiva for constant sass. I should maybe rethink this.
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ROFL I was gonna say, really helpful for morning energy and hangovers.
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Done. Thanks.
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Indisputable? No, they are very disputable. Also, I'm not a Christian.
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Can anyone truly say ANY of the Sacred Texts of the major religions (and I'd say most of the minor ones) are 100% accurate from the first day they were originally penned? You know I really dig this forum even though I really don't post that much. There's incredible wisdom and some genuinely great folks hanging here. But, something I've learned from coming here is Fundamentalist Christians do not have the market cornered on hatred and bigotry. Call it being naive. <shrugs>
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Spong has always been one of the most progressive scholars of the Christian faith. He has some very interesting lectures and articles. One that I found to be maybe of interest here is him speaking about a time he knelt in prayer with Buddhist Monks. I wish more would follow his example.
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Hey, guys. Wondering if Taoists who follow the religious end more than just the philosophical side pray? Was wondering about the prayers and whether or not its done kneeling, lotus pose, standing etc. How widespread is prayer in Taoism? I believe I read somewhere there's chanting which could certainly be deemed prayer. At least in my book. But, unsure if there's prayer in more of a western sense I'd say.
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I'd like to say for someone who knew a small amount about Eastern Philosophy, meditation, Chi, Kundalini etc. This site has been an invaluable resource. As far as disinformation and agendas go its the internet. Not sure its really possible to fully escape it.
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Would one thing of wrestling/grappling as a martial art? If so I think even the earliest cultures have bouts documented in some way.
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Very interesting. Ty Stig. I must say from the little I know about Taoism, in my opinion its some of the most expressive writing I think I've ever read.
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Christianity, Buddhsim, Religious Taoism
paulno replied to Harmonious Emptiness's topic in General Discussion
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Christianity, Buddhsim, Religious Taoism
paulno replied to Harmonious Emptiness's topic in General Discussion
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Christianity, Buddhsim, Religious Taoism
paulno replied to Harmonious Emptiness's topic in General Discussion
Christianity is not a refashioning of Gnostic mythology. The Gnostics themselves were mostly Christian and at the very least practitioners of Abrahamic religion. Not the other way around. It didn't "advocate" slavery. Paul says slave traders will not enter the kingdom of heaven. Jesus tells slaves to be obedient to avoid further persecution. It is not a pro Roman religion. Rather, the Romans refashioned it as such. I think about 90% of people who grew up in the Western Hemisphere know that Pontius Pilate ordered the death of Christ. Not to mention for a long time Christians were massacred by The Romans. He doesn't say tax collectors are his ministers. He says they are his servants and the chapter is very much about honesty not about the glorious Romans. I could go on and on pointing out falsehoods in your post. Vmarcus, I too have a huge problem with a lot of what goes on in Christian communities. But, your complete hatred for all that is Christian is glaring. I mean how could you begin to deny it? -
I'd second Shamanism. I'd say its also the earliest precursor to what we know as science as well.
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paulno replied to Harmonious Emptiness's topic in General Discussion
Thank you for replying. No, I don't think this by itself will. I think compassion, humility, self-reflection etc are also important parts of getting there. -
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paulno replied to Harmonious Emptiness's topic in General Discussion
I'm not sure we're on the same page. I don't ,for instance, see Osho as someone who can answer a question about humility. Not sure if its about striving either. I think its about wisdom, experience, and self reflection. -
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paulno replied to Harmonious Emptiness's topic in General Discussion
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paulno replied to Harmonious Emptiness's topic in General Discussion
Detachment, also expressed as non-attachment, is a state in which a person overcomes his or her attachment to desire for things, people or concepts of the world and thus attains a heightened perspective.-Wikipedia This is also how I see it. Letting go of the greed, jealousy, and egoism. I'm not sure you have to follow an 8 fold path, the 10 commandments, or any set of spiritual rules to get there. However, I'm also saying, if you do it doesn't automatically exclude you. -
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paulno replied to Harmonious Emptiness's topic in General Discussion
I also said ancient philosophy, traditions, or ceremonies. Part of nonattachment is nonattachment to views. I think its beyond just religious experience. Just wonder if its the person more than the system. Also, if someone without a "system", so to speak, could achieve the same results through utter humility and compassion? -
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paulno replied to Harmonious Emptiness's topic in General Discussion
I almost think it depends on the person more than the faith, religion, philosophy etc. The journey to get to a place of nonattachment and wanting to be a smaller part of something bigger takes a lot of ego killing and work. Its a journey I'd say most are not willing to take the first step towards. I often wonder if someone who doesn't believe in the supernatural, in ancient philosophy, in any tradition, ceremonies etc. Could this person reach the same stages as those we see as enlightened or holy? -
Non, has your condition improved any? Please, give us an update. Hope you're doing better.
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I'm probably one of the lesser experienced people here when it comes to martial arts, only taking a few classes here and there. I've always giggled watching people not touch their students, and then having said students jumping backwards as proof of some force from being cultivated through intense whatever. At the same time, I sort of felt guilty about laughing. Thinking maybe its just my lack of understanding and ignorance on this matter. I'd like to thank more experienced people for posting here and very much confirming my suspicions. It may exist in some way, shape, or form. But, most of the people Youtubing it aren't very believable in my opinion.