the inner Buddha-nature.
Suppose I have brought over such a zeal, and willingness to quickly grow, from my former religion. Christianity taught me a lot.
I have no regrets for having practiced my fomer religion, it had helped me a lot at that point in time in my life. And I have much respect for those who sincerely and genuinely practice Christianity today.
But this is the Last chapter in my life. One which has provided the means to totally dissolve, and erradicate all pain, sufferings, dissatisfactions {am still learning the first Noble Truth better, pls. bear with me patiently), and the means to acquire true Peace and Happiness. Have already learned how to be very Patient {Patience and tolerance as defined as being able to remain internally and externally calm, peaceful, and undisturbed in the face of harm and difficulties [choose to now call them challenges] in life, with others in life. I now have much purpose in life, and am learning to respect the free will of people.
THX
2007-03-20 09:40:58 · 9 answers · asked by Thomas 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Vinslave, Thank You for your comments, and suggestion to a previous question to find a teacher. Found a teacher a few weeks ago; am only able to see him once a month though. Am often educated
by your insightful answers to questions people ask you, as well as from the questions I ask you. I bow to you in Thanks.
2007-03-20 11:05:43 · update #1
Gaz, your very insightful answers, and suggestions are always so very helpful.
There are very, very few Buddhists in the area where I live. Was use to a lot of close friends to share with. Maybe I'll take you up on your offer and e-mail you once or twice a month. Enjoy sharing, and especially learning from others, but of course mostly learning from my Theravadan Teacher that I see once a month, you understand.
2007-03-20 11:15:24 · update #2
Thank you for your sincerity, it is a breath of fresh air in a harsh atmosphere, your questions should be directed for teachers rather than students as we all are, yet if I can help then I am happy to provide such as my poor insight will allow and I'm sure others feel likewise.
Its unfortunate that you need to use this forum for the indepth answers you require due to your circumstances, feel free to email me and I'll provide such as my poor insight will allow.
garryofarabia@yahoo.com.au
I'll do what I can to help when I'm able.
Peace from a Buddhist...
2007-03-20 10:56:31 · answer #1 · answered by Gaz 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Its good that you have the eagerness to progress, but too much Zeal is also a sign of impatience, and where there is impatience, mistakes are bound to follow.
The Buddha said that in the common vehicle of practice, it takes 3 Great kalpas ( eons ) to accumulate enough merit to gain Liberation... The Buddha's path is called the middle way... too much zeal is no good, too little enthusiasm is ALSO no good. Hehehe...
Find a moderate pace, and with your fervor and effort.. i am sure your progress will be swift,purposeful and inspiring to yourself and all others around you.
p/s: If you for any reason gain Bodhi, soon... don't forget to throw me a life line yah... May all that you are persevering to achieve, quickly fruition and blossom like flowers in spring
2007-03-20 09:54:36 · answer #2 · answered by Tenzin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Who's thwacking you for zeal and eagerness? Hopefully you don't perceive my directing you towards a teacher as such, for such is NOT my intent. Some of your questions really deserve a sit-down over coffee or tea and chatter time, which can't be done in here... other than that, I've seen nothing wrong with your questions.
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2007-03-20 09:45:32 · answer #3 · answered by vinslave 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not sure of your question here?
But if I may humbly suggest, perhaps rather than aiming to totally dissolve and eradicate all pain, suffering and dissatisfaction, it might be sufficient to learn to accept these as part of the weft and warp of life?
As a wise person once said, "Before enlightenment, chop wood, carry water. After enlightenment, chop wood, carry water".
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2007-03-20 09:53:58 · answer #4 · answered by Nobody 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
http://www.dalailama.com/page.60.htm I am not Buddhist, but I admire Buddhists and the teachings greatly. This website I posted is the dalai lama's schedule. Maybe he will be near you. I might be seeing him when he comes to Wisconsin. He is so wonderful. Take care.
2007-03-20 12:08:39 · answer #5 · answered by Rosalind S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I hope it's a long chapter. You might want to actually think of a question, focus on it, when you come here next time.
2007-03-20 09:49:00 · answer #6 · answered by Middle Man 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
That's great...try asking a question next time...
2007-03-20 09:46:15 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
This isn't a blog
2007-03-20 09:46:40 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
That is very nice, and your question is...?
2007-03-20 09:45:13 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋