don't get all budhist in my face

[CosmicRocker]

..about " free from attachments"

It's a great idea, till something YOU have gets gone.

Like my 10 year old glass pipe.
perferct grip, perfect shotgun and draw, and i fucking dropped in on the garage floor today

[I]"Look at me, I'm in tatters!
I'm a shattered
Shattered " *Stones*

So i ask my neighbor is i can borrow back my wood bowl i lent thim,but he lost it in a golf bag. Gone.

So I have to drive up , and pick one out, that i'm not really happy with.
But i need one for the beach later this month.

Fucking tragic loss of attachment. All back at me.

[gOd]

..about " free from attachments"

It's a great idea, till something YOU have gets gone.

Like my 10 year old glass pipe.
perferct grip, perfect shotgun and draw, and i fucking dropped in on the garage floor today

[I]"Look at me, I'm in tatters!
I'm a shattered
Shattered " *Stones*

So i ask my neighbor is i can borrow back my wood bowl i lent thim,but he lost it in a golf bag. Gone.

So I have to drive up , and pick one out, that i'm not really happy with.
But i need one for the beach later this month.

Fucking tragic loss of attachment. All back at me.I feel for ya, dude. Some asshole stole my bong. It had major sentimental value.

[CosmicRocker]

I feel for ya, dude. Some asshole stole my bong. It had major sentimental value.

scumbag lowlife. they might have well stolen your ID. It had personal value.

Ya. this had sentimental value to it also, but it was also perfectly designed.

Most of the glas pipes i see aren't well designed.

bad draw, irregular bowl ( this one) poor mouthpiece you have to suck on like a straw, etc.

Sorry to hear of your loss gOd.

I'm out of cigarettes - maybe the smoke gods are telling me something.

BTW - This is not a real blog. don't know why i started it here.
feel free to move it MODS.

[Bill Cosby]

Why not just get some rolling papers????


Maybe just roll some in some one dollar bills. Might even be cheaper......lol

[CosmicRocker]

Why not just get some rolling papers????


Maybe just roll some in some one dollar bills. Might even be cheaper......lol
If i was a rich man.
sensamilla burns better when you use small amouts - or at least lasts longer.

joints burn all the time, wasteing smoke.


If i had a lot of money, i'd literally burn it up. i don't

[ROdger Right]

Ive only bought one piece and that was a 3 foot zong. Keep breaking my female piece though. Gets stuck at the bottom and loses suction or whatever. Hve broken a bong before but that was my brothers and I didn't notice till the next day lol floor soaked and all.

I get cigars, like swishers, optimos, white owls etc and roll up blunts. You go through your weed faster which is why I think older people arent into them but you also get more high.

For my bong I like to throw a little of the cigar inards I threw out to roll a blunt. On the bottom I put a little, the center i put all weed and as a top I put more tabbaco. Might burn quicker but yu also dont get clogged half way through because tabbaco is easier to lite up.

[ROdger Right]

But for pipes, id recomend a double walled one. As you're supposed to be able to drop it, throw it or whatever with out it breaking.

[CosmicRocker]

Ive only bought one piece and that was a 3 foot zong. Keep breaking my female piece though. Gets stuck at the bottom and loses suction or whatever. Hve broken a bong before but that was my brothers and I didn't notice till the next day lol floor soaked and all.

I get cigars, like swishers, optimos, white owls etc and roll up blunts. You go through your weed faster which is why I think older people arent into them but you also get more high.

For my bong I like to throw a little of the cigar inards I threw out to roll a blunt. On the bottom I put a little, the center i put all weed and as a top I put more tabbaco. Might burn quicker but yu also dont get clogged half way through because tabbaco is easier to lite up.
di you ever pass your test?
did you ever try going to NA ( if drugs are interfering with your life).

Sorry. tobacco and weed don't work for me.
I want a cool taste of weed, i want the intoxinated feeling, and i want to be able to hold it in for a bit.

That's just the opposite way i smoke tobacco.

I raely use use a water pipe, or a bong. I USED to, when weed had a lot of vegataive material ration to THC.
Now the THC levels are high enough, one or 2 tokes is all i need. i like a buzzz, not getting trashed.

For good quality "cripy" ( sensamillia). and nice glass bowl with a big chamber is ex, no mess, no water, and when it gets foul full of resin, simply soak it in peroxide for a couile hours.

rinse it out thouroughly, and blow the excess water out.
good as new.

[Hog Trash]

I extend to you my condolences for your loss CosmicRocker

[CosmicRocker]

But for pipes, id recomend a double walled one. As you're supposed to be able to drop it, throw it or whatever with out it breaking.

Ya. use that / a good wooden bowl is OK too.
But glass is glass.and it will break on a hard surface

[CosmicRocker]

I extend to you my condolences for your loss CosmicRocker
LOL very kind.
I treated like a bird that hits a window with a broken neck.
scooped it up and dumped it without hesitation.
Of course a bird, i would make sure it was dead so it wouldn't suffer.

all things must pass, even a nice bowl :lmao2:

[Hog Trash]

LOL very kind.
I treated like a bird that hits a window with a broken neck.
scooped it up and dumped it without hesitation.
Of course a bird, i would make sure it was dead so it wouldn't suffer.

all things must pass, even a nice bowl :lmao2::winkwink:

[Bill Cosby]

If i was a rich man.
sensamilla burns better when you use small amouts - or at least lasts longer.

joints burn all the time, wasteing smoke.


If i had a lot of money, i'd literally burn it up. i don't

Ok.... Been a while........ Good luck finding your next little love pipe... :D

[CosmicRocker]

Ok.... Been a while........ Good luck finding your next little love pipe... :D
the sojourn continues.. :D :thumbsup:

[ROdger Right]

di you ever pass your test?
did you ever try going to NA ( if drugs are interfering with your life).

Sorry. tobacco and weed don't work for me.
I want a cool taste of weed, i want the intoxinated feeling, and i want to be able to hold it in for a bit.

That's just the opposite way i smoke tobacco.

I raely use use a water pipe, or a bong. I USED to, when weed had a lot of vegataive material ration to THC.
Now the THC levels are high enough, one or 2 tokes is all i need. i like a buzzz, not getting trashed.

For good quality "cripy" ( sensamillia). and nice glass bowl with a big chamber is ex, no mess, no water, and when it gets foul full of resin, simply soak it in peroxide for a couile hours.

rinse it out thouroughly, and blow the excess water out.
good as new.

Alright I guess you can waste your excess deposits of thc but ive found out scraping with the right tools does the trick. Had a stem break on me and i found so much resin that just fell out. Had to sift through the glass but it defenitley was worth it.

[CosmicRocker]

Alright I guess you can waste your excess deposits of thc but ive found out scraping with the right tools does the trick. Had a stem break on me and i found so much resin that just fell out. Had to sift through the glass but it defenitley was worth it.

I'll waste it, but that's not a bad idea.
Maybe this pipe that im not particurally fond of ill take a chance.
Usually I just hold it upside down, and hit the bowl, and cook the resin in the bowl, if not the stem.
But i still want to find a better one first.


How are you doing??
Have you thought about modifying your drug intake?

I'm the last one to even suggest what you should do, but if you ever need some tips on how to quit, feel free to PM.
Or just go to NA.

One thing I know for sertain, if you really want help, it's there.
If you really don't now, don't waste your time.

Simply saying you can overcome anything, if you have the tools, and the need.

[gOd]

the sojourn continues.. :D :thumbsup:
It's hard to acquire the right apparatus. I bought a Protopipe a few years back. It has its pros and cons. I'm still shopping for the right bong. I need a bong that says, I'm an adult and I never played D&D.

[ciaobox]

It's hard to acquire the right apparatus. I bought a Protopipe a few years back. It has its pros and cons. I'm still shopping for the right bong. I need a bong that says, I'm an adult and I never played D&D.

do they make a contopipe?

[gOd]

do they make a contopipe?
*puts pipe down*

Okay, I finally got that. I was scratching my head wondering what this has to do with Portuguese currency.

[ciaobox]

*puts pipe down*

Okay, I finally got that. I was scratching my head wondering what this has to do with Portuguese currency.

absolutely nothing! but the obamas have a portugeeeez water dog. are there portugeeez water bongs?

[gOd]

absolutely nothing! but the obamas have a portugeeeez water dog. are there portugeeez water bongs?
Geeez, I con't say.

[CosmicRocker]

It's hard to acquire the right apparatus. I bought a Protopipe a few years back. It has its pros and cons. I'm still shopping for the right bong. I need a bong that says, I'm an adult and I never played D&D.
agreed. depends on what you want in a bong, much easier to find than a glass bowl.
I swear, the glass bowls look like someone on LSD designed them.
useless protrusions, shotguns too high ( burn fingers),,well i think i've already expressed my frustrations.

I always liked a straight ( no chamber ) maybe 10-12" bong, idea being you clear the tube with each hit.
Helps if it has a removable bottom. so you can scrub it out with a bottle brush, instead of trying to navigate around the intake pipe.

I prefer ice cubes, and they cool it down, without the bubbling,
or as they melt only a small amount of water is produced.
really don't need the bubbling up of water into my lungs.

One time way back when a friend of mine made a 10 foot or so bong out of PVC pipe. It was impracticle but hilarious, look like on of those Alpine horns that are really long.

[gOd]

Vaporizers are a good option, but they're pricey.

The Gravity Vortex looks intriguing.

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[CosmicRocker]

Vaporizers are a good option, but they're pricey.

The Gravity Vortex looks intriguing.

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If you have pulmonary blockages, or smoke regurally . they would be nice.

Ever have THC pills? they are OK, but don't really give you that classic buzz.

[gOd]

yes they are good, I've never used one, because of the price.
If you have pulmonary blockages, or smoke regurally . they would be nice.

Ever have THC pills? they are OK, but don't really give you that classic buzz.
No, I've never done the pills. I live in Cali—no need. THC is not the only cannabinoid. It's best just to legalize it.

[CosmicRocker]

No, I've never done the pills. I live in Cali—no need. THC is not the only cannabinoid. It's best just to legalize it.

Thn i don' want to hear any more complaints !!!! :lmao2:

seriously, compare there to here in Fla.
any amount is arrestable, over 20 grams is a felony.

You'll find a nice bong, and you got ur " Medical ID' i suppose?

enjoy, get blown away. sorry about the major sentimental loss,
but you have a lot less problems than i do to aquire an altured state -
speaking of your mind here, not your location.

[CosmicRocker]

No, I've never done the pills. I live in Cali—no need. THC is not the only cannabinoid. It's best just to legalize it.
Right.
the pills are inefective, except for some body pain relief.
they really don't have any psychotropic agents in them.

It's best just to legalize it
Jimmy Carter said he would favor that in '76. I'm still waiting.
No presidential cand., and few members of Congress will take that stand.

Some States decriminalize, or rather medicalize.
Don't mean a thing if the DEA wants to override state law.

Still. A State Law would carry a lot of politiical weight ( states rights),
even though DEA could still come after Ca. based on the Interstate Commerce Clause.
Thankfully, Obama hasn't made it a priorty , like Bush for the DEA in Ca..
They HAVE been busy down here busting growhouses, and some fields.

[Captain Obvious]

Fucking potheads.

It's always the fucking freeloading liberals that are fucking potheads also.

[gOd]

Fucking potheads.

It's always the fucking freeloading liberals that are fucking potheads also.
Freeloader? Who the fuck are you calling a freeloader?

[CosmicRocker]

Freeloader? Who the fuck are you calling a freeloader?
Captain Obliviousness - are you having a bad day?

[Binky]

Captain Obliviousness - are you having a bad day?


:lmao2: :lmao2: Love that name......

[Binky]

Fucking potheads.

It's always the fucking freeloading liberals that are fucking potheads also.


:lmao2: It's very difficult to follow the conversation between two potheads. It sure brings the level of the conversation down to rock bottom lows...:lmao2:

[Captain Obvious]

:lmao2: It's very difficult to follow the conversation between two potheads. It sure brings the level of the conversation down to rock bottom lows...:lmao2:

I'm guessing they know exactly what each other is getting at though.

[CosmicRocker]

:lmao2: :lmao2: Love that name......
it was a cheap shot, but then again i'm a lowlife doper :D

[CosmicRocker]

I'm guessing they know exactly what each other is getting at though.
it's not the psychic pothead hour or anything, but if you don't know the
paraphernalia terms, i can see that.

[Captain Obvious]

Fucking glue sniffers.

[Binky]

it was a cheap shot, but then again i'm a lowlife doper :D


:lmao2: Your words, not mine.

[CosmicRocker]

Fucking glue sniffers.Tommy: How do you know the tooth fairy isn't some crazy glue-sniffer. 'Buildin' model air planes,' he tells them. Well I'm not buying it. He sneaks into your house once, thats all it takes. Next thing you know you got money missing off your dresser drawer and your daughter's knocked up.

MOVIE TITLE Tommy Boy - 1995

[CosmicRocker]

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[CosmicRocker]

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try this, it's a goodie !

[Hog Trash]

Material things are not the problem...The problem is the control over us that dependency on the materal world creates.

Could you give up your car?...Electricity?...A billion dollars?...Material things are only a problem when you depend on them.

-Dalai Hogma

[CosmicRocker]

Material things are not the problem...The problem is the control over us that dependency on the materal world creates.

Could you give up your car?...Electricity?...A billion dollars?...Material things are only a problem when you depend on them.

-Dalai Hogma
LMAO "Dalai Hogma" - very punny !

True. though some are ascetics (described a life-style characterized by abstinence from various sorts of worldly pleasures) the general idea is the atachment to desire/pleasures/materials leads to suffering when we loose it.
( Like my poor glass bowl - i miss it, but don't dwell on it)
4. The path to the cessation of suffering.

There is a path to the end of suffering - a gradual path of self-improvement, which is described more detailed in the Eightfold Path.
It is the middle way between the two extremes of excessive self-indulgence (hedonism) and excessive self-mortification (asceticism); and it leads to the end of the cycle of rebirth.
The latter quality discerns it from other paths which are merely "wandering on the wheel of becoming", because these do not have a final object.
The path to the end of suffering can extend over many lifetimes, throughout which every individual rebirth is subject to karmic conditioning.
Craving, ignorance, delusions, and its effects will disappear gradually, as progress is made on the path

[CosmicRocker]

The 4 Noble Truths

1. Life means suffering.

To live means to suffer, because the human nature is not perfect and neither is the world we live in. During our lifetime, we inevitably have to endure physical suffering such as pain, sickness, injury, tiredness, old age, and eventually death; and we have to endure psychological suffering like sadness, fear, frustration, disappointment, and depression. Although there are different degrees of suffering and there are also positive experiences in life that we perceive as the opposite of suffering, such as ease, comfort and happiness, life in its totality is imperfect and incomplete, because our world is subject to impermanence. This means we are never able to keep permanently what we strive for, and just as happy moments pass by, we ourselves and our loved ones will pass away one day, too.

2. The origin of suffering is attachment.

The origin of suffering is attachment to transient things and the ignorance thereof. Transient things do not only include the physical objects that surround us, but also ideas, and -in a greater sense- all objects of our perception. Ignorance is the lack of understanding of how our mind is attached to impermanent things. The reasons for suffering are desire, passion, ardour, pursuit of wealth and prestige, striving for fame and popularity, or in short: craving and clinging. Because the objects of our attachment are transient, their loss is inevitable, thus suffering will necessarily follow. Objects of attachment also include the idea of a "self" which is a delusion, because there is no abiding self. What we call "self" is just an imagined entity, and we are merely a part of the ceaseless becoming of the universe.

3. The cessation of suffering is attainable.

The cessation of suffering can be attained through nirodha. Nirodha means the unmaking of sensual craving and conceptual attachment. The third noble truth expresses the idea that suffering can be ended by attaining dispassion. Nirodha extinguishes all forms of clinging and attachment. This means that suffering can be overcome through human activity, simply by removing the cause of suffering. Attaining and perfecting dispassion is a process of many levels that ultimately results in the state of Nirvana. Nirvana means freedom from all worries, troubles, complexes, fabrications and ideas. Nirvana is not comprehensible for those who have not attained it.

4. The path to the cessation of suffering.

There is a path to the end of suffering - a gradual path of self-improvement, which is described more detailed in the Eightfold Path. It is the middle way between the two extremes of excessive self-indulgence (hedonism) and excessive self-mortification (asceticism); and it leads to the end of the cycle of rebirth. The latter quality discerns it from other paths which are merely "wandering on the wheel of becoming", because these do not have a final object. The path to the end of suffering can extend over many lifetimes, throughout which every individual rebirth is subject to karmic conditioning. Craving, ignorance, delusions, and its effects will disappear gradually, as progress is made on the path.

[Binky]

Ok Cosmic, you're gettin' pretty deep here, so now's the time to pull your head out of the pot pipe......please, next time warn us and I'll get my waders on so I can make it thru your bullpucky.....:lmao2:

[CosmicRocker]

Ok Cosmic, you're gettin' pretty deep here, so now's the time to pull your head out of the pot pipe......please, next time warn us and I'll get my waders on so I can make it thru your bullpucky.....:lmao2:

LOL Glad you check in on the 'pucky.:hi:
This is your warning that the 8 Fold Path living guide is coming up.
Matter of fact let me google it now to complete Buddism 101 for the day.

Fr: WIKI
notice it say the Eight Fold Path is part of the Noble Truth?
Quiz? why is that? ( the answer is the description itself. 8 fold path is the path/way to the end of suffering)

In Buddhism, the Noble Eightfold Path is the path to the end of suffering. It is the fourth part of the Four Noble Truths.
It can be summed up in three categories: wisdom (pañña), virtue (sila), and concentration (samadhi).
It asks for the Right view and the right intention, as well as other things. It also asks for the right speech.

Here is a description of the path:

Right Viewpoint - Realizing the Four Noble Truths
Right Values - Commitment to mental and ethical growth in moderation
Right Speech - One speaks in a non hurtful, not exaggerated, truthful way
Right Actions - Wholesome action, avoiding action that would do harm
Right Livelihood - One's job does not harm in any way oneself or others; directly or indirectly (weapon maker, drug dealer, etc.)
Right Effort - One makes an effort to improve
Right Mindfulness - Mental ability to see things for what they are with clear consciousness
Right Meditation - State where one reaches enlightenment and the ego has disappeared

[Hog Trash]

The 4 Noble Truths

1. Life means suffering.

To live means to suffer, because the human nature is not perfect and neither is the world we live in. During our lifetime, we inevitably have to endure physical suffering such as pain, sickness, injury, tiredness, old age, and eventually death; and we have to endure psychological suffering like sadness, fear, frustration, disappointment, and depression. Although there are different degrees of suffering and there are also positive experiences in life that we perceive as the opposite of suffering, such as ease, comfort and happiness, life in its totality is imperfect and incomplete, because our world is subject to impermanence. This means we are never able to keep permanently what we strive for, and just as happy moments pass by, we ourselves and our loved ones will pass away one day, too.

2. The origin of suffering is attachment.

The origin of suffering is attachment to transient things and the ignorance thereof. Transient things do not only include the physical objects that surround us, but also ideas, and -in a greater sense- all objects of our perception. Ignorance is the lack of understanding of how our mind is attached to impermanent things. The reasons for suffering are desire, passion, ardour, pursuit of wealth and prestige, striving for fame and popularity, or in short: craving and clinging. Because the objects of our attachment are transient, their loss is inevitable, thus suffering will necessarily follow. Objects of attachment also include the idea of a "self" which is a delusion, because there is no abiding self. What we call "self" is just an imagined entity, and we are merely a part of the ceaseless becoming of the universe.

3. The cessation of suffering is attainable.

The cessation of suffering can be attained through nirodha. Nirodha means the unmaking of sensual craving and conceptual attachment. The third noble truth expresses the idea that suffering can be ended by attaining dispassion. Nirodha extinguishes all forms of clinging and attachment. This means that suffering can be overcome through human activity, simply by removing the cause of suffering. Attaining and perfecting dispassion is a process of many levels that ultimately results in the state of Nirvana. Nirvana means freedom from all worries, troubles, complexes, fabrications and ideas. Nirvana is not comprehensible for those who have not attained it.

4. The path to the cessation of suffering.

There is a path to the end of suffering - a gradual path of self-improvement, which is described more detailed in the Eightfold Path. It is the middle way between the two extremes of excessive self-indulgence (hedonism) and excessive self-mortification (asceticism); and it leads to the end of the cycle of rebirth. The latter quality discerns it from other paths which are merely "wandering on the wheel of becoming", because these do not have a final object. The path to the end of suffering can extend over many lifetimes, throughout which every individual rebirth is subject to karmic conditioning. Craving, ignorance, delusions, and its effects will disappear gradually, as progress is made on the path.What a beautiful concept...We are doomed to repeat our mistakes untill we get it right...What most people fear is what a Budhist strives for.

A long continuous replay of the suffering of the flesh and the mind untill we wise up and free our energy from the anchor of life that restricts us.

Inside each of us is a perfect peaceful being that must first learn to suffer the trials of life and loss to attain the ultimate gift...A god-like existance.

[CosmicRocker]

What a beautiful concept...We are doomed to repeat our mistakes untill we get it right...What most people fear is what a Budhist strives for.

A long continuous replay of the suffering of the flesh and the mind untill we wise up and free our energy from the anchor of life that restricts us.

Inside each of us is a perfect peaceful being that must first learn to suffer the trials of life and loss to attain the ultimate gift...A god-like existance.
I think it was Eman who once said something to the effect of
" your life is a cornacopia of senual pleasures because you are in the material world. It's a good thing to enjoy life becaues i 's part of God's plan."
His idea ( as I took it ) was upon passing to Christian Paradise you have experienced those, but are enraptured by the presence of the Lord.

I liked that idea.
But it doesn't give me any help except stressing the basic virtues that are common to all religions ( i think)

I look at Buddism as a humanistic path to the western Christian concept of salvation.

But instead of an outside God you are your own soul, and work to perfect your life. No God "saves " you.
Perfection is the Budda state of enlightement.

Nirvannah was once explained to me as the flame over a candle.
pure energy ABOVE the candle, that' the goal.
To transcend all material world attachments thru a perfected life,
(and here's where it gets tough to follow) where the soul is pure energy, and becomes part of the life force,
but not tied to the cycle of life, as there is no more need for the soul to be anything material ( one's body)

[Hog Trash]

I think it was Eman who once said something to the effect of
" your life is a cornacopia of senual pleasures because you are in the material world. It's a good thing to enjoy life becaues i 's part of God's plan."
His idea ( as I took it ) was upon passing to Christian Paradise you have experienced those, but are enraptured by the presence of the Lord.

I liked that idea.
But it doesn't give me any help except stressing the basic virtues that are common to all religions ( i think)

I look at Buddism as a humanistic path to the western Christian concept of salvation.

But instead of an outside God you are your own soul, and work to perfect your life. No God "saves " you.
Perfection is the Budda state of enlightement.

Nirvannah was once explained to me as the flame over a candle.
pure energy ABOVE the candle, that' the goal.
To transcend all material world attachments thru a perfected life,
(and here's where it gets tough to follow) where the soul is pure energy, and becomes part of the life force,
but not tied to the cycle of life, as there is no more need for the soul to be anything material ( one's body)A Christain only gets one shot at paradise and if he blows it his soul is commited to an eternity of fire and brimstone in the devil's domain.

The ever so clever Budhist gets to keep trying untill he gets it right...The sins of the flesh will only delay the transition but his reward is inevitable.

[CosmicRocker]

A Christain only gets one shot at paradise and if he blows it his soul is commited to an eternity of fire and brimstone in the devil's domain.

The ever so clever Budhist gets to keep trying untill he gets it right...The sins of the flesh will only delay the transition but his reward is inevitable.
I never thought of that aspect Hog. nice insight( reincarnation) glad you pointed it out.

This is dharma talk, and where i start to lose it, as I am shallow, and always grasp the overarching concepts, but never search for the deeper truths.

Have to think about that one, Wheel of Life and so forth.

[Binky]

LOL Glad you check in on the 'pucky.:hi:
This is your warning that the 8 Fold Path living guide is coming up.
Matter of fact let me google it now to complete Buddism 101 for the day.

Fr: WIKI
notice it say the Eight Fold Path is part of the Noble Truth?
Quiz? why is that? ( the answer is the description itself. 8 fold path is the path/way to the end of suffering)

In Buddhism, the Noble Eightfold Path is the path to the end of suffering. It is the fourth part of the Four Noble Truths.
It can be summed up in three categories: wisdom (pañña), virtue (sila), and concentration (samadhi).
It asks for the Right view and the right intention, as well as other things. It also asks for the right speech.

Here is a description of the path:

Right Viewpoint - Realizing the Four Noble Truths
Right Values - Commitment to mental and ethical growth in moderation
Right Speech - One speaks in a non hurtful, not exaggerated, truthful way
Right Actions - Wholesome action, avoiding action that would do harm
Right Livelihood - One's job does not harm in any way oneself or others; directly or indirectly (weapon maker, drug dealer, etc.)
Right Effort - One makes an effort to improve
Right Mindfulness - Mental ability to see things for what they are with clear consciousness
Right Meditation - State where one reaches enlightenment and the ego has disappeared


Thanks for the warning. :thumbsup: I shall exerise my right to skidadle out of here and leave you to your meditations......:p

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Thanks for the warning. :thumbsup: I shall exerise my right to skidadle out of here and leave you to your meditations......:p check back in the end of next week, after my 4 days at Cocoa Beach, where I planning most "unnonble thoughs" and wrong mind, and hopefully some wrong actions.

Sorry if I came off preachy, i just wanted to get a little basic Bud(hism) in there :thumbsup:

[Hog Trash]

In Buddhism, the Noble Eightfold Path is the path to the end of suffering. It is the fourth part of the Four Noble Truths.
It can be summed up in three categories: wisdom (pañña), virtue (sila), and concentration (samadhi).
It asks for the Right view and the right intention, as well as other things. It also asks for the right speech.

Here is a description of the path:

Right Viewpoint - Realizing the Four Noble Truths
Right Values - Commitment to mental and ethical growth in moderation
Right Speech - One speaks in a non hurtful, not exaggerated, truthful way
Right Actions - Wholesome action, avoiding action that would do harm
Right Livelihood - One's job does not harm in any way oneself or others; directly or indirectly (weapon maker, drug dealer, etc.)
Right Effort - One makes an effort to improve
Right Mindfulness - Mental ability to see things for what they are with clear consciousness
Right Meditation - State where one reaches enlightenment and the ego has disappearedI believe I may have figured out the most efficient and quickest way to traverse the path and achieve enlightenment.

Live all the requirements every waking minute and think before every word or action untill the path becomes second nature.

[CosmicRocker]

I believe I may have figured out the most efficient and quickest way to traverse the path and achieve enlightenment.

Live all the requirements every waking minute and think before every word or action untill the path becomes second nature.
I can comment , but am not qualified to answer as ur bodhisattva.

"In Tibetan Buddhism, a Bodhisattva is anyone who is motivated by compassion and seeks enlightenment not only for him/herself but also for everyone..." WIKI

think of it as a step( like 12 step AA ) type program though, instead of somthing to "efficiently quickest transverse"

It takes it's own time for you to advance on your own noble path. ur tao.


B]Live[/B] all the requirements every waking minute and think before every word or action untill the path becomes second nature.

Living in the full moment in complete awareness ( that's why no intoxicants as they distort reality) of oneself, and the world around, is Budda like.

There is Zen Buddism too, Where one is fully in self control as well as complete harmony of body and mind.
Expresed as : be here be now aware of all your mind and body.

As you say be fully aware and think before every action, and your discipline will help you stay in your true path, if off course things happen

[Binky]

http://images.exoticindiaart.com/buddha/patron_deity_of_om_mani_padme_hum_tm46.jpg


This pic is soooooo cool...I love asian things. After looking at this pic, I had to go take another peek at items I have that are from Thailand. Made me appreciate them all the more. Very nice....

[Binky]

check back in the end of next week, after my 4 days at Cocoa Beach, where I planning most "unnonble thoughs" and wrong mind, and hopefully some wrong actions.

Sorry if I came off preachy, i just wanted to get a little basic Bud(hism) in there :thumbsup:


Actually, I've been rereading your postings on it and will continue to do so just to get a better grasp of it. I'm finding it all rather interesting. Albeit, a tad confusing, but never the less, interesting and insightful....

Upon reading about it, I've actually been experiencing a more calm demeanor. More relaxed. Tranquil. Now I think I need a nap.....:lmao2:

All kidding aside, it's definitely a different sort of reading.....

[CosmicRocker]

Actually, I've been rereading your postings on it and will continue to do so just to get a better grasp of it. I'm finding it all rather interesting. Albeit, a tad confusing, but never the less, interesting and insightful....

Upon reading about it, I've actually been experiencing a more calm demeanor. More relaxed. Tranquil. Now I think I need a nap.....:lmao2:

All kidding aside, it's definitely a different sort of reading.....
:thumbsup:
OM.

(OM is the term i googled in images, and saw it. Budda floating )
I used to own some cheap Chinese scroll drawings, they made nice wall decorations.

[Binky]

:thumbsup:
OM.

(OM is the term i googled in images, and saw it. Budda floating )
I used to own some cheap Chinese scroll drawings, they made nice wall decorations.


One of the items I have is a gorgeous tapestry, which is hanging on my livingroom wall. It measures 5 1/2 ft. wide by 3 ft. tall. It is all hand made. It's made with mostly light and dark gold materials and trim. The pic is a huge dragon. There are loads of sequins all over it alongwith lots of small semi clear gems and some larger ones. It all is on a black velvetlike background and dragon is "stuffed", making it look as tho' it's in 3D. It is absolutely beautiful. I have approx. 20 items in all. And that's not even counting a jade necklace and earring set from Viet Nam. Just gorgeous stuff. I love asian motif.

[CosmicRocker]

One of the items I have is a gorgeous tapestry, which is hanging on my livingroom wall. It measures 5 1/2 ft. wide by 3 ft. tall. It is all hand made. It's made with mostly light and dark gold materials and trim. The pic is a huge dragon. There are loads of sequins all over it alongwith lots of small semi clear gems and some larger ones. It all is on a black velvetlike background and dragon is "stuffed", making it look as tho' it's in 3D. It is absolutely beautiful. I have approx. 20 items in all. And that's not even counting a jade necklace and earring set from Viet Nam. Just gorgeous stuff. I love asian motif.

that sounds gorgeous, were you ever in Asia?
The one place I'd really like to get to (doubtful) is Tibet.

I adore Asian art also, the placement of the drawing on the tableau is at times important. ( i.e.the Budda pic/ he's above the earthly clutches)

How many claws does your dragon have?

[CosmicRocker]

NUMBER OF CLAWS
Five, Four, Three Claws
According to most sources, the dragon of China and Japan resemble each other, with the exception that the Japanese dragon has only three claws, while that of the Celestial Kingdom (China) has five.

Much has been made of these distinguishing characteristics among Asian dragons. There is an iconographic convention in which the common dragon has only four claws. The five-clawed dragon, in contrast, is reserved for the Chinese imperial family, while the colonial type (such as the Japanese dragon) has only three claws.

MUCH MORE ABOUT DRAGONS:
http://www.onmarkproductions.com/html/dragon.shtml

[CosmicRocker]

http://www.istockphoto.com/file_thumbview_approve/3939768/2/istockphoto_3939768-dragon-guardian-at-temple-entrance.jpg

[CosmicRocker]

DRAGON MYTHOLOGY. A mythological animal of Chinese origin, and a member of the NAGA (Sanskrit) family of serpentine creatures who protect Buddhism. Japan's dragon lore comes predominantly from China.
Images of the reptilian dragon are found throughout Asia, and the pictorial form most widely recognized today was already prevalent in Chinese ink paintings in the Tang period (9th century AD).
The mortal enemy of the dragon is the Phoenix, as well as the bird-man creature known as Karura.
In contrast to Western mythology,
Asian dragons are rarely depicted as malevolent.
Although fearsome and powerful, they are equally considered just, benevolent, and the bringers of wealth and good fortune.

Dragons figure importantly in folk beliefs throughout Asia. Dragon lore was well established long before the birth of Buddhism in India (the latter around the 5th century BC).
Buddhism was introduced to China by the 1st and 2nd centuries AD, and to Japan by the 6th century AD.
By the 9th century AD, the Chinese had incorporated the dragon into Buddhist thought and iconography as a protector of the various Buddha and the Buddhist law.
The dragon is also considered a shape shifter. These traditions were adopted by the Japanese. In both China and Japan, the character for "dragon" (see orange-colored ideogram above) was often used in temple names. Even today, most Japanese Zen temples have a dragon painted on the ceiling of their assembly halls.

DRAGON SYMBOLISM. The dragon corresponds to the season spring, the color green/blue, the element wood, and the virtue propriety; supports and maintains the country (controls rain, symbol of the Emperor's power).
Often paired with the Phoenix, for the two represent both conflict and wedded bliss
. In both China and Japan, dragon and phoenix symbolism is associated closely with the imperial family -- the emperor (dragon) and the empress (phoenix). The dragon also represents the yang principle; often portrayed surrounded by water or clouds.
In both Chinese and Japanese mythology, the dragon is closely associated with the watery realm, and four dragon kings are said to rule over the four seas (which in the old Chinese conception limited the habitable earth).
In Chinese mythology, a fifth category of dragon was added to these four, for a total of five dragon types:

celestial dragons who guard the abodes of the gods
dragon spirits, who rule over wind and rain but can also cause flooding
earth dragons, who cleanse the rivers and deepen the oceans
treasure-guarding dragons; guards precious metals and stones
imperial dragons; dragons with five claws instead of the usual four

[CosmicRocker]

http://www.buddhanet.net/cbp2_f4.htm

The Buddha incorporated the theories of rebirth and of liberation into his teachings.
But the Buddha denied the Brahmana’s imaginative theistic theory, and set his own foundations upon an intelligent analysis of reality. H
e made a thorough change in both theory and practice from the old religions. Although the cycle of life and death, and the attainment of liberation in Nirvana were theories that were accepted by Indian society at that time, the problems lay in the questions of why was there rebirth and how could one be liberated.
The Buddha gave wise answers to these questions. This was the teaching of the "Middle Path". The "Middle Path" distinguished the Buddha’s Teachings from other religions.

"Middle Path" may be misunderstood as equivocal.
In fact Buddhism is not as such. "Middle" means neutral, upright, and centered.
It means to investigate and penetrate the core of life and all things with an upright, unbiased attitude. In order to solve a problem, we should position ourselves on neutral, upright and unbiased ground.
We investigate the problem from various angles, analyze the findings, understand the truth thoroughly, and find a reasonable conclusion.

The Middle Path in Buddhism does not mean having a biased view or superficial understanding only.
The "Middle Path" represents a distinct theory and way of Buddhist practice that is not common to other religions.
Buddhism is a religion with high moral values.
It lays great emphasis on human thought and action in dealing with the natural environment, society or individual problems.
It is concerned with the relationship between thoughts and behavior, and the relationship between behavior and its consequences.

By observing the activities of mankind in real life, the Buddha mastered the principles of human behavior.
He then taught the two characteristics of the Middle Path: The Middle Path of Dependent Origination and the Noble Eightfold Path.
The Law of Dependent Origination explains the process of human activity. The Noble Eightfold Path shows the way of practice that enables one to uplift oneself.

[Binky]

that sounds gorgeous, were you ever in Asia?
The one place I'd really like to get to (doubtful) is Tibet.

I adore Asian art also, the placement of the drawing on the tableau is at times important. ( i.e.the Budda pic/ he's above the earthly clutches)

How many claws does your dragon have?


No, I've never been in Asia. A friend of my hubby's has and bought those items for us.

Funny, I've never paid attention to how many claws it has so had to go check. There are 20. Four on the front of each foot and a fifth at the back. Does the number have some sort of meaning? I still find it hard to believe that it was all done by hand.

I also have an elephant (in teak, I believe) that has two 2 1/2 in tusks and it measures from front to back, just over 14 inches long and from top of head to bottom of feet, 14 in. in heighth. It's hand carved and a medium brown. I think you'd like the things I have. They are unique.

We went to a buddism wedding about four years ago. If I recall correctly, there were about five or six monks presiding. The main one officiated the ceremony. There was a giant gold buddha sitting atop a table. Then there was also a very pretty "money tree," that had dollar bills attached all over it. I had never been to anything such as that before and it was quite an experience.

[Hog Trash]

I think I read somewhere the Oriental dragon only has three toes per foot?...Or is that the European dragon? :dunno:

[CosmicRocker]

No, I've never been in Asia. A friend of my hubby's has and bought those items for us.

Funny, I've never paid attention to how many claws it has so had to go check. There are 20. Four on the front of each foot and a fifth at the back. Does the number have some sort of meaning? I still find it hard to believe that it was all done by hand.

I also have an elephant (in teak, I believe) that has two 2 1/2 in tusks and it measures from front to back, just over 14 inches long and from top of head to bottom of feet, 14 in. in heighth. It's hand carved and a medium brown. I think you'd like the things I have. They are unique.

We went to a buddism wedding about four years ago. If I recall correctly, there were about five or six monks presiding. The main one officiated the ceremony. There was a giant gold buddha sitting atop a table. Then there was also a very pretty "money tree," that had dollar bills attached all over it. I had never been to anything such as that before and it was quite an experience.
see post 59 for the answer on claws 5 is ibelieve used solely for Chinese Imperial family.
But look at the link, much more interesting info on dragons.

I've never been to a Buddist wedding, sounds inspiring.
I want to get to temple, but i always work weekends.

[CosmicRocker]

I think I read somewhere the Oriental dragon only has three toes per foot?...Or is that the European dragon? :dunno:
again, see the link - all you need to know about dragons :D

I believe a 3 toed dragon is Japanese, but like everything else in Asia, there are layers of ideas, intertwined.

[Binky]

DRAGON MYTHOLOGY. A mythological animal of Chinese origin, and a member of the NAGA (Sanskrit) family of serpentine creatures who protect Buddhism. Japan's dragon lore comes predominantly from China.
Images of the reptilian dragon are found throughout Asia, and the pictorial form most widely recognized today was already prevalent in Chinese ink paintings in the Tang period (9th century AD).
The mortal enemy of the dragon is the Phoenix, as well as the bird-man creature known as Karura.
In contrast to Western mythology,
Asian dragons are rarely depicted as malevolent.
Although fearsome and powerful, they are equally considered just, benevolent, and the bringers of wealth and good fortune.

Dragons figure importantly in folk beliefs throughout Asia. Dragon lore was well established long before the birth of Buddhism in India (the latter around the 5th century BC).
Buddhism was introduced to China by the 1st and 2nd centuries AD, and to Japan by the 6th century AD.
By the 9th century AD, the Chinese had incorporated the dragon into Buddhist thought and iconography as a protector of the various Buddha and the Buddhist law.
The dragon is also considered a shape shifter. These traditions were adopted by the Japanese. In both China and Japan, the character for "dragon" (see orange-colored ideogram above) was often used in temple names. Even today, most Japanese Zen temples have a dragon painted on the ceiling of their assembly halls.

DRAGON SYMBOLISM. The dragon corresponds to the season spring, the color green/blue, the element wood, and the virtue propriety; supports and maintains the country (controls rain, symbol of the Emperor's power).
Often paired with the Phoenix, for the two represent both conflict and wedded bliss
. In both China and Japan, dragon and phoenix symbolism is associated closely with the imperial family -- the emperor (dragon) and the empress (phoenix). The dragon also represents the yang principle; often portrayed surrounded by water or clouds.
In both Chinese and Japanese mythology, the dragon is closely associated with the watery realm, and four dragon kings are said to rule over the four seas (which in the old Chinese conception limited the habitable earth).
In Chinese mythology, a fifth category of dragon was added to these four, for a total of five dragon types:

celestial dragons who guard the abodes of the gods
dragon spirits, who rule over wind and rain but can also cause flooding
earth dragons, who cleanse the rivers and deepen the oceans
treasure-guarding dragons; guards precious metals and stones
imperial dragons; dragons with five claws instead of the usual four


So my dragon has five claws per foot. What does it mean when it says those with five are imperial dragons? I mean in relation to the emperior?

[CosmicRocker]

So my dragon has five claws per foot. What does it mean when it says those with five are imperial dragons? I mean in relation to the emperior?
you really should look at the link, if for nothing else but the art.I believe 5 claws were only allowed to be displayed by the Chinese royal ( Emperor ).

However I'm far from an expert, maybe Indonesia, or Cambodia also had 5 claws.

[Binky]

you really should look at the link, if for nothing else but the art.I believe 5 claws were only allowed to be displayed by the Chinese royal ( Emperor ).

However I'm far from an expert, maybe Indonesia, or Cambodia also had 5 claws.


Ok, I did snoop around that link a bit. That is what I thought it meant. From what I surmise, it's Chinese royalty. I'll have to dig into it further. But it's a bit confusing and it'll take me some time to figure it out.

Thanks for posting. Interesting stuff.

[CosmicRocker]

http://chaos-management.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/tibetan_prayer_flags.jpg

[CosmicRocker]

Symbolism and tradition
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prayer_flag
Traditionally, prayer flags are used to promote peace, compassion, strength, and wisdom. The flags do not carry prayers to 'gods,' a common misconception, rather the Tibetans believe the prayers and mantras will be blown by the wind to spread the good will and compassion into all pervading space. Therefore, prayer flags are thought to bring benefit to all.By hanging flags in high places the "Wind Horse" will carry the blessings depicted on the flags to all beings. As wind passes over the surface of the flags which are sensitive to the slightest movement of the wind, the air is purified and sanctified by the Mantras.
The prayers of a flag become a permanent part of the universe as the images fade from exposure to the elements. Just as life moves on and is replaced by new life, Tibetans renew their hopes for the world by continually mounting new flags alongside the old. This act symbolizes a welcoming of life changes and an acknowledgment that all beings are part of a greater ongoing cycle

[CosmicRocker]

[http://www.usatourist.com/photos/florida/cocoabeach1b.jpg
PS> MODS thanks for moving this, as it's not a personal blog

[Smurf-Herder]

[http://www.usatourist.com/photos/florida/cocoabeach1b.jpg
PS> MODS thanks for moving this, as it's not a personal blog

How did your thread and Disrupter's get in the Blog Forum in the first place?

[CosmicRocker]

How did your thread and Disrupter's get in the Blog Forum in the first place?
My bad. if you look at post#3 I asked MODS to move it.

I'm gonna run it as a blog though, the Buddism is as much for me
( even the written words of mantras hold power) as it is for anyone whom cares to share.

Rock me on the water
Sister won't you soothe my fevered brow
Rock me on the water
I'll get down to the sea somehow
(Jackson Browne)

[Binky]

Hey CR, check out the asian mantras I've posted in the music thread. They're all very nice in their own ways.....:D

[CosmicRocker]

Hey CR, check out the asian mantras I've posted in the music thread. They're all very nice in their own ways.....:DThe Karma was received, many thanks.

I was at the beach, and my car alarm decided to go nuts.
I couldn't keep it from going off every 15 minutes or so.

Didn't even know it was happening, except the first time in the morning while in the pool.
Had to get out, dry enough to walk thru the lobby, and up stair to my car keys.
Came down, opened and closed the electronic locks. it stopped.

Little did I know as i spent the afternoon walking the beach, and sorta swimming in the ocean
( I can swim enough for a pool - but the ocean?? - i ain't no fish)
the car was repeating the cycle.

Found out about it as I was leaving the bar, full of 2 margaritas (plastered)
and shrimp fajitas.

"Sir we've been trying to reach you all afternoon - your car alarm keeps going off"
a voice from the check in desk said to me as i headed upstairs with an achy body ( good muscle aches) and a full stomach,
and cloudy mind.
Luckily i decided not to take a Xanax, as I was drinking, or I would be dead asleep.

To make it brief, i tried this about 3 times, as the DAMN ALARM STILL could be heard, even as I had moved it to the end of the property.

I'm standing there thinking " What the FUCK am I supposed to do?"
" Drive back to Orlando at 9PM after being up since 5:30 AM, and way to tired to sleep, much less drive?"
( Cause they told me it was only a matter of time till somebody called the cops)

When out of the night comes a person. John Law. Security> Property control

OH Shit.

But the Universal Mind saved me instead !
Instead of a jawboning out, this...person from the gods..said
" I might be able to help you - you can disconnect the battery cable at the post clamp."
Duh. I had thought of that - but there was a 8 mm hex head that had been torqued on
( I guess the other side of the clamp acts as the "nut")
and I had already gotten nowhere with the pair of channel locks I found in my trunk. :banghead:

Here is the Wizard part
from his tool belt he brought out a orange screwdriver .
No. it was a ratchette headed open face 8 mm. ( i later found out) stick!

He magically forced the rod over the hex head and twisted and...shit.
Can't break the torqued force. I'm still doomed.
But I had the channel locks !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

so we levered the lock on the "wand" - i clamped the channel locks -
he wrist punched it, and VOILA'!! she moved !!

To make an even longer story consise, we were able to remove the clamp, and I tucked it behind some wiring
so it wouldn't inadvertantly hit the battery post, and complete the circuit.

My car wouldn't lock, or start, but it wasn't going into the fanatical ' theft' mode either.
I was able to go up to my room, and crash out till morning.
He even let me hold the magic wand for the night, as long as i promised to turn it in to propery control by 7 AM.
I gave him $10, he said no " just doing my job, this actually does happen" - but i stuck it in his hand and thanked him like 20 times.:thumbsup:

So all i had to do was replace the clamp over the post, and turn it with a piece of rubber grippy from the room, and i was able to drive home this morning. :D

Took it up to the garage this afternoon, and the mechanic says the old Ford Taurus has this defect, along with " open door" false readings.

He's gonna try to disable the alarm - i don't need it - but warned me I might hve to take it to a Ford dealer ( does Ford stiill exist???)

But that's mananas problemo

The Universal Mind saved me.

[Binky]

CR, sorry you had so much trouble with your alarm. But it all came out good in the end. :D And you're alive, well and still movin' around, so life is good. I'm happy that by postin' those chants karma was sent to you.

Enjoy them, as they are all good. Also, I've also posted some indian chants. Don't know if you'll like them but they are awesome as well. Check them out. They are all beautiful....:thumbsup:

[CosmicRocker]

CR, sorry you had so much trouble with your alarm. But it all came out good in the end. :D And you're alive, well and still movin' around, so life is good. I'm happy that by postin' those chants karma was sent to you.

Enjoy them, as they are all good. Also, I've also posted some indian chants. Don't know if you'll like them but they are awesome as well. Check them out. They are all beautiful....:thumbsup:
will do,the ocean waves are still receeding.
Once the tide in my mind goes out.

[Binky]

will do,the ocean waves are still receeding.
Once the tide in my mind goes out.


:lmao2: Ok, CR....have a good one.....

[CosmicRocker]

:lmao2: Ok, CR....have a good one.....
all good - no more alarms.
whom steals my car steals trash. :D

[CosmicRocker]

where is a hose bucket of water when i needed it?
my cat is the alpha male on the block, but still gets challenged.

He just got into a helluva cat fight, they were all over the block, as I running after them trying to break it up.

Have to check for any abcesses tomorrow, i cant go near him tonight.

Gonna have to keep abroom and bucket of water around.
stuck my leg into it one time and got several puncture wounds.

[CosmicRocker]

took over 100 sales calls today. ( #800 infomercials)
I can type, but my voice is mute :tired:

[CosmicRocker]

^You know Cosmic, an old dharma practioner friend of mine and I were talking this afternoon. We are both recluses, but did participate in dharma communities/centers here on the West Coast for many years. Somehow we each blessed with our own small homes in rural areas. He is in the foothills of the Sierras and me here in the high desert. What we discussed is the fact that while Buddhism is based on the Three Jewels, Buddha (the teacher), Dharma (the truth or teaching), and Sangha (the community of practioners), any real teacher would eventually tell a student that you can receive only so many teachings before you should get to it and practice. Remember, in the Himalayas yogis hung out in caves for years alone. It is ok to slowly walk the path up the mountain without getting too involved in any physical center. My root teacher once told me that your dharma center is your home. You are doing fine reading and practicing meditation. Taking it gradually. Don't worry if you can't make your life schedule fit that of the local center. If traveling Buddhist masters come through your area try to check out their perspectives on the dharma and practice. Keep an open mind and heart. And definitely if the Dalai Lama ever comes your way go see him!

[Binky]

Geez.. CR, you are certainly a very interesting individual....I enjoy reading your posts. I have become a lot more enlightened on buddhism than I ever was before, and there is a ton of it I have yet to learn about it.....

I love this particular post because it's so uplifting with a great positive feel to it. Thanks for passing it along....:D

[CosmicRocker]

Geez.. CR, you are certainly a very interesting individual....I enjoy reading your posts. I have become a lot more enlightened on buddhism than I ever was before, and there is a ton of it I have yet to learn about it.....

I love this particular post because it's so uplifting with a great positive feel to it. Thanks for passing it along....:D
Thanks. it's just here sometimes just readings will inspire new ways of thinking.

Or bad ways:

Three Major Delusions

~ Strong Attachment
~ Aggression (anger)
~ Ignorance

~ Lama Tashi Namgyal ~

[Binky]

Thanks. it's just here sometimes just readings will inspire new ways of thinking.

Or bad ways:

Three Major Delusions

~ Strong Attachment
~ Aggression (anger)
~ Ignorance

~ Lama Tashi Namgyal ~


I can understand the three major delusions, and they seem to go hand in hand with common sense. Ignorance is only a matter of informing oneself. Needless to say, we are all ignorant of many things in life, as there is no way we are informed of everything. As for me, I am less ignorant of buddhism now than I was before you entered the scene.....:D

[CosmicRocker]

I can understand the three major delusions, and they seem to go hand in hand with common sense. Ignorance is only a matter of informing oneself. Needless to say, we are all ignorant of many things in life, as there is no way we are informed of everything. As for me, I am less ignorant of buddhism now than I was before you entered the scene.....:D

Hope you've found a few things of interest.
I'll never understand it all, various schools, various Dharmas I'm reading up on Tara now.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tara_(Buddhism)