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A group in which to discuss the most basic teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha.
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- Setting in Motion the Wheel of the Dharma
- The Non-Self Teaching
- The Fire Sermon
The book David Brazier : The Feeling Buddha is a reflection upon the first of these texts. It is commonly read as an introduction to Buddhism.
There are many ways to approach the interpretation of Buddha's earliest teachings. My own approach has included certain assumptions:
1. that Shakyamuni was speaking in terms that are not technical or esoteric most of the time - that his teaching is open to all
2. that his enlightenment turned his life around in a major way and that what he would want is for us to gain the benefit of his experience rather than follow in the footsteps of his pre-enlightenment path
3. that Buddha spoke from a great depth of humanity and feeling rather than from aloofness.
A course on this theme is planned for 13-14 June 2009 at The Buddhist House. This film clip is a trailer for that course.
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The Humanity of Buddha 2 Replies
Started by Susthama. Last reply by Dharmavidya Oct 4.
The Fourth Noble Truth - The Eightfold Path Part Two 1 Reply
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The Fourth Noble Truth - Marga Part One 1 Reply
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Introduction to the Four Noble Truths
Started by Susthama Jun 19.
The First Noble Truth 5 Replies
Started by Kaspalita. Last reply by Dharmavidya Jun 14.
Thw Third Noble Truth: Nirodha (Video talks) 1 Reply
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The Second Noble Truth: Video Dharma talk (5 mins) 1 Reply
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Reading "The Feeling Buddha" 4 Replies
Started by Sumaya. Last reply by Katrien Sercu Jun 13.
Rising Above Spiritual Danger 21 Replies
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Comment by Konchog AlTorres on April 16, 2009 at 6:54pm -
Greetings
In my very humble opinion the premise of the teachings lie in the Humanity of Shakyamuni - The free association of his humanity to the world about him resulted in a response. It is that response that eventually led to enlightenment. Our response should be the same.. for the compassion of our interplay with the elements of our own Humanity make his teachings and example all the more meaningful. As it states in the second point of the group "his enlightenment turned his life around in a major way and that what he would want is for us to gain the benefit of his experience rather than follow in the footsteps of his pre-enlightenment path"... That in my opinion sets us aprt from many other paths... not necessarily better.. bur different and in my humble opinion -- easier for me to relate to as another human being seeking meaning in my particular situation.
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