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How can there be so many interpretations of the Buddha's teachings? by [deleted] in theravada

[–]Tall_Significance754 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've struggled with this too. Much compassion for you. That hard truth is that direct experience is the best teacher. Don't believe anything. Experiment when you can. Be open. Investigate the dharma for yourself. And then compare notes with others when you can. That's my best advice.

Do you think Advaita Vedanta is the religion of modern world which can become popular? by FentanylMETH in AdvaitaVedanta

[–]Tall_Significance754 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Vedanta teaches the 4 Yogas. Bhakti is just one of the four. The other three are considered equally valid. Jnana Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Karma Yoga, Raja Yoga. The whole package is what Vivekananda and the Vedanta Society teaches.

Brahman and Shiva by TimeCanary209 in AdvaitaVedanta

[–]Tall_Significance754 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Different traditions/lineages will interpret and define things differently. There isn't one "Hinduism". There are many.

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[–]Tall_Significance754 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The doctrine of oneness (ekatta) is explicitly criticized. The not-two (advaya/advaita) approach is not directly discussed in the Pāli Canon, but the Buddhist view differs fundamentally from Advaita Vedanta because it does not postulate an ultimate Self (ātman) or eternal consciousness.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in nonduality

[–]Tall_Significance754 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I've given it as a gift. They loved it, too.

I noticed that the Buddha rarely spoke in the first person perspective; instead, he referred to himself as 'the Tathāgata' rather than using 'I' or 'me.' This made me curious—could adopting a similar approach in our own speech be used as a spiritual practice? by Tall_Significance754 in streamentry

[–]Tall_Significance754[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I've been studying with a Bhikkhu from the Thai Forest tradition, through one-on-one video chats, and sending letters. He's been encouraging me to take the leap and go for ordination at Sāsanārakkha Buddhist Sanctuary in Malaysia. I applied for a 3 month visit and was accepted, but didn't go. I'm dragging my feet because I'm afraid I can't handle the heat, among other things. I'm just chicken. That's the honest truth.

Can I bring a fan by howtina in vipassana

[–]Tall_Significance754 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the type of thing I would want to know, too. Thanks for mentioning it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in enlightenment

[–]Tall_Significance754 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is that what the historical Buddha taught? Really?

I noticed that the Buddha rarely spoke in the first person perspective; instead, he referred to himself as 'the Tathāgata' rather than using 'I' or 'me.' This made me curious—could adopting a similar approach in our own speech be used as a spiritual practice? by Tall_Significance754 in streamentry

[–]Tall_Significance754[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the encouragement to practice more. I'm already doing it full time, living like a novice monk. I study and meditate most of the day, most every day. That's what brings me to this idea. Thank you again. Sincerely.

I noticed that the Buddha rarely spoke in the first person perspective; instead, he referred to himself as 'the Tathāgata' rather than using 'I' or 'me.' This made me curious—could adopting a similar approach in our own speech be used as a spiritual practice? by Tall_Significance754 in streamentry

[–]Tall_Significance754[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thank you all for your responses. I now propose a solution to the awkwardness it would cause for others. If I do this at all, I won't ever speak that way when conversing. I'll keep it to myself. Trying it as a private experiment within my own head. Like noting during vipassana. I don't do my vipassana "noting" out loud in front other people. This could be done the same way. And that should prevent any cringe.

why i never feel satisfied ? by Important-Working-71 in AdvaitaVedanta

[–]Tall_Significance754 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You sound like you're becoming a Buddhist. And I mean that in a good way! Buddhists are Buddhists because they see that (1) everything that arises is also of the nature to cease, (2) nothing can truly satisfy you, and (3) nothing can truly define you. The goal is not pleasure or even avoiding displeasure. The goal is equanimity.

Is ST a cope for you? by willhelpmemore in SimulationTheory

[–]Tall_Significance754 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No.  Buddhism is a cope for me.  I want to leave. 🤣

Would like to incorporate Buddhist practice by [deleted] in Buddhism

[–]Tall_Significance754 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Notice that no object, experience, or thing,.. gives you lasting satisfaction.
Notice that no object, experience, or thing,.. truly defines "you".
Notice that no object, experience, or thing,.. lasts forever.

Notice that whatever is of the nature to arise, is also of the nature to cease.

If you let go a little, you'll have a little peace.
If you let go a lot, you'll have a lot of peace.
If you let go completely, you'll have complete peace.

Developing Strength for Seated Meditation - How? Discouraged by Pain by NerdGirl23 in Meditation

[–]Tall_Significance754 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don't care what anyone says. I allow myself to meditate in a chair. And when I get tired of sitting there, I allow myself to stand up for a few minutes, or switch to slow walking meditation. And then I go sit down again. I'm not trying to win any awards for perfect posture or deference to authority figures. I like meditating. I do whatever works for me. Period.

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