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- A Zen Buddhist who follows in the tradition of Vietnamese Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh but I enjoy teachings from all Buddhist traditions. In addition, I am influenced by Taoism and Secular Humanism. I am also a nature lover and live with Schizo-Affective Disorder. The blog is titled, "The Buddhist Blog" because it was all that I could think of for a name. It does not mean that somehow I think my blog is the definitive blog on Buddhism. It is not. It is one traveler's footprints and nothing more. I am not a Buddhist teacher. This blog is a journal of my humble travels as I try to follow the middle path of Buddhism. Take my hand and walk with me for awhile. I have a university degree in U.S. History with a special emphasis in African history. As well as a minor in World Geography. Contact me: jaymur@gmail.com
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In Iain Banks’ novel Whit, we encounter the Luskentyrians, a wacky religious cult based in Scotland and dining on dishes such as haggis pakora. Disciples are expected to carry a sitting board when travelling, in order to avoid pollution.
Well here’s another one, except it was real. FWBO news suggested last December that a Sangharakshita ringtone would make an ideal Christmas present....
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Love it!
So true!
Aptly defines the difference between knowledge and wisdom, theory and practice.
All wisdom is plagiarism, only foolishness is original.
LOL...
Is this same as when the genius points at the oil spill and the idiots say we don't need alternative energy sources?
All any teacher does is teach the path so others are invited to find out for themselves. To find truth, one awakens his rebellious spirit that challenges one's own views and assumptions. This is the spiritual path. Move beyond the defilements, the hindrances that stop you from seeing the truth.
Nice picture and very famous, still correct proverb.
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