Can one achieve enlightenment in the human realm? I am learning about the religion.
2006-09-17 01:59:22 · 11 answers · asked by songbird 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Most people think of enlightenment as a kind of magical attainment, a state of being close to perfection. At this level, one can perform amazing feats, see past and future lives of others, and tune in to the inner workings of the universe. This may be possible for a number of special beings, but for most of us enlightenment is much more in line with what Suzuki Roshi describes. It means having a quality of "beginningness," a fresh, simple, unsophisticated view of things. To have "beginner's mind" in how we approach things is a major teaching. In many ways, the process of enlightenment is clearing away the thoughts, beliefs, and ideas that cloud our ability to see things as they really are in their pristine form.
2006-09-17 06:03:41 · answer #1 · answered by sista! 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The human realm is the place for achieving enlightenment primarily because it is where our souls have the greatest opportunities to grow, interact and experience the results of karma. Short of living a monastic lifestyle however, enlightenment isn't a realistic option for most people. Spiritual awareness and awakening are the first step to nirvana. Seek self knowledge and karma will guide you on the path to eternal bliss. And I should point out that Buddhism isn't a religion in the conventional sense but a school of philosophy and practice.
2006-09-17 09:03:50 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your path to enlightenment happens every day, learning from and correcting your mistakes, seeing, understanding helping the sufferings of those in need around you, respecting life and living a life of moderation ie. the medium path.
2006-09-17 09:05:10 · answer #3 · answered by SHIH TZU SAYS 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, only in the spiritual realm can true enlightenment be acheived.
2006-09-17 09:01:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure you can, look at Buddha himself.
After enlightenment, he teach the other the path to enlightenment, but it is up to individual to practice it.
2006-09-17 09:31:24 · answer #5 · answered by cybtrker 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, to really achieve enlightenment has to be spiritual, it is to become one with you and nature.
2006-09-17 09:04:53 · answer #6 · answered by Niguayona 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buddhism is the only Peaceful religion on the face of this earth.
2006-09-17 09:03:26 · answer #7 · answered by caramoanboy 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes we can.We have to learn the art of self sacrificing.If anyone wants to come after me,let him disown himself and pick up his torture stake and continually follow me.(Mathew 16:24)
BUDDHAM SHARNAM GASHAMI
2006-09-17 09:06:34 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes u can but u must have only one desire to be free all the time and please love ur self and others be humble like pussy cat and u see life is piece of cake
2006-09-17 09:02:13 · answer #9 · answered by george p 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think Buddhism is one of the silliest religions there is.
2006-09-17 09:03:18 · answer #10 · answered by SeeTheLight 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋