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(313) Top Independent Music Picks: February

Disciples!It’s that time of the month! Time for the music to flow! The top picks from the February releases (Full, EPs, Singles) all here for your listening pleasure, hand-picked by yours truly. Hope you find something you love!– Gene\,,/ d(> _ <)b \,,/ BLOCK ONE: 0:03-4:09 Striker (Canada) – Give it All https://strikermetal.bandcamp.com/ 4:10-7:21 Endline (Finland) – Lost [single]…

[darrylcalmandstrong09]

New Blog. Buddhism in the Modern World

“Buddha is considered the Enlightened One, Blessed One, or to Become awake.” – Dr. Rufus O. Jimerson

To find out more about how Buddhism can contribute to a more compassionate and socially just world, click here: https://rb.gy/0f0az3

[innerguidancehub]

Title: Buddha: Enlightened Teacher and Universal Symbol of Spiritual Awakening

Introduction

The figure of Buddha stands as an embodiment of enlightenment, compassion, and spiritual awakening. Rooted in ancient history, the story of Siddhartha Gautama, who later became known as Buddha, is a profound tale of self-discovery and transcendent wisdom. In this article, we delve into the history of Buddha, exploring why his teachings hold immense significance in the realm of spirituality, and unraveling the symbolism that continues to inspire seekers on their own paths to enlightenment.

I. The Life of Siddhartha Gautama

Born around 563 BCE in Lumbini, Nepal, Siddhartha Gautama was destined for greatness. Shielded from the harsh realities of the world, his early life was one of privilege and luxury. However, a series of encounters with suffering, old age, and death ignited a profound spiritual quest within him.

At the age of 29, Siddhartha renounced his royal status and embarked on a journey of self-discovery. For six years, he sought spiritual truths through rigorous ascetic practices. Yet, it was under the Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya that Siddhartha Gautama finally attained enlightenment.

II. The Teachings of Buddha

Buddha's enlightenment gave birth to a profound philosophy centered around the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. These core teachings are the cornerstone of Buddhist philosophy:

A. The Four Noble Truths

Dukkha (Suffering): Recognizing the universal existence of suffering.

Samudaya (Origin): Identifying the cause of suffering as attachment and craving.

Nirodha (Cessation): Understanding that suffering can be overcome by letting go of attachments.

Magga (Path): Outlining the Eightfold Path as a means to attain liberation from suffering.

B. The Eightfold Path

Right View

Right Intention

Right Speech

Right Action

Right Livelihood

Right Effort

Right Mindfulness

Right Concentration

III. Buddha's Symbolism

A. The Bodhi Tree The Bodhi tree, under which Siddhartha attained enlightenment, symbolizes spiritual awakening, transformation, and the potential for enlightenment within all beings.

B. The Lotus Flower The lotus, emerging from the mud and blooming in purity, signifies spiritual growth, enlightenment, and the transcendence of suffering.

C. The Dharma Wheel (Dharmachakra) Representing the cycle of birth, life, death, and rebirth, the Dharma wheel represents the path to liberation through practicing the Eightfold Path.

D. The Hand Gestures (Mudras) Buddha's hand gestures, or mudras, convey various aspects of his teachings. For example, the Dhyana Mudra, with hands resting on the lap, symbolizes meditation and inner peace.

IV. Buddha's Universal Relevance

Buddha's teachings, though rooted in ancient India, hold universal significance. They transcend cultural and religious boundaries, offering profound insights into the nature of existence, suffering, and the path to liberation. Buddha's legacy continues to inspire millions around the world, guiding them on their own journeys toward spiritual enlightenment and inner peace.

Conclusion

The story of Buddha, with its rich history and profound teachings, serves as a timeless source of inspiration for seekers of spiritual truth. Through his enlightenment, Buddha illuminated a path of wisdom, compassion, and inner peace, leaving an indelible mark on the tapestry of human spirituality. Today, the symbolism associated with Buddha serves as a reminder of the boundless potential within each individual to attain enlightenment and transcend the cycle of suffering.

[merlintkd-blog]

Welcome! I’m Shannon Kerr, aka EightFoldPath - musician, producer, gamer, reader, and more!

What I create for myself is multi-genre metal and electronica (sometimes simultaneously); I also produce/mix/master music of any genre; as drummer, I specialize in programming realistic drums but an equally at home making beats.

I’m autistic, have an anxiety disorder, am massively introverted, and a suicide survivor mom; most folks IRL don’t know because I’m well-trained at masking. I love music (obvs!), PC’s, PC gaming, sci-fi and fantasy; I am a practical leftist who works towards ideals but understands the road there is never straight.

As evidenced by my username, I am a practicer of Eastern philosophies; I am also a terrible student of same! A personal mix of Buddhist and Taoist concepts have helped me stay sane (literally).

The only thing I can’t tolerate is intolerance; I am anti-misogyny, racism, homophobia, transphobia; s as a white male I figure we had our shot and blew it so it’s everyone else’s turn now. I’m a mostly-open book (partly because it’s hard to know when I’m oversharing lol) so AMA!

[jonhtv]

"The Path of the Buddha" is a musical journey through the history of Buddhism. This song tells the story of Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, and his quest for enlightenment. It highlights key elements of his teachings, such as the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, and traces the spread of Buddhism from India to countries like China, Japan, Thailand, and more. Through its simple and melodic lyrics, the song serves as a tribute to the timeless wisdom of the Buddha and his message of peace, compassion, and love.

Hashtags: #Buddha #BuddhismHistory #ThePathOfTheBuddha #BuddhaSong #Enlightenment #FourNobleTruths #EightfoldPath #BuddhistTeachings #Dharma #PeaceAndCompassion #SpiritualJourney #BuddhistMusic #SiddharthaGautama #BuddhistTradition #Mindfulness #Monks #BuddhistWisdom

[drhwenk]

Spinoza Electrical (That’s Life! Problem exactly scientifically solved – overcoming the conrtrary to psychiatry) Turn.CHOASMOSE(chaotic attractorof a topolgical dynmical system brain dynamics ( e.g. Conley Zehnder Teory of it) DEVA KALI is the CHAOS while YOGA DEVA SHIVA ist the order, complexity in the STRUGGLE of CHAOS and order., complexity in GUATTARIS CHAOSMOSE. “My passion (CHAOS) is weaker than my harmonious complexity (order) for LIFE” (Spinza Moreau). KALI becomesd the sxualinecourse wife of SHIVA,. strongly different from the DEATHLY EROS -THANTANOS CONTRADICTION dramas in FREUD: DEVA is”anthropmohic immortal” by eternal truth intellect ALL²knowlwedge (DALAI LAMA BODDHIsasttva like), EnLIGHT²ment. OF course thesIDDHIS, paranormli STEEM from INDIA. KALI strggles withRAKSHASHAS (“devils”) an paranormal SIDDHIS are necessary in course of eightfoldpath of Patanjali Yoga Sutras. INDIA is NOT GERMANY,. that’s all on problems.jurdically, psychiatrically, financial,cultural

[powerfulmind611]

First Dhamma Sermon of Lord Buddha - Illuminating the Path of Nibbana in the Deer Park near Varanasi

Discover the profound significance of the First Dhamma Sermon of Lord Buddha in this captivating YouTube video. Join us as we delve into the historical moment when Gautama Buddha delivered his enlightening discourse in the serene Deer Park near Varanasi. Explore the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, and the transformative teachings that laid the foundation of Buddhism. Immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of the ancient setting and witness the turning of the Wheel of Dhamma. Embark on a journey of awakening and find inspiration in the timeless wisdom that continues to guide seekers toward inner peace and liberation. Don't miss this illuminating exploration of the Buddha's first sermon, a powerful testament to the potential for enlightenment within us all. Watch now and embrace the path to awakening!

Buddha #DhammaSermon #Enlightenment #Buddhism #FirstSermon #DeerPark #Varanasi #FourNobleTruths #EightfoldPath #Spirituality #AncientWisdom #InnerPeace #Guidance #Transformation #Meditation #Liberation #Philosophy #Teachings #EnlightenedLiving #SeekingTruth

[nicholasgerace]

Craving/desire/attachment is a mental longing with a strong eagerness where the mind is chasing after pleasant feelings......through seeking the objects of its affection. If it get the objects of its affection, the mind experiences happiness, excitement, elation....pleasant feelings, and the mind is discontent because it is basing its internal feelings on impermanent external conditions. The mind is shaking, unsteady, and uncalm. If it does not get the objects of its affection, the mind experiences sadness, anger, frustration, irritation, annoyance, etc.....painful feelings, and the mind is discontent because it is basing its internal feelings on impermanent external conditions. The mind is shaking, unsteady, and uncalm. The Enlightened mind would be unconditioned. The Enlightened mind does not have any objects of its affection......the mind and the physical body have needs......but the mind is not chasing have pleasant feelings (i.e. wants). One would need to train the mind to not chase after its wants but instead fulfill its needs. The mental states of peaceful, calm, serene, and content with joy of the Enlightened mind are not based on impermanent external conditions. The mind is not basing its inner feelings on impermanent external conditions. Therefore, the mind can reside permanently peaceful, calm, serene, and content with joy because it has been trained to be look inward. It is no longer chasing impermanent external conditions because it has the wisdom to know those things only lead to discontentedness. 🙏☸🧘‍♂️💜 #threeuniversaltruths #fournobletruths #eightfoldpath #enlightenment #impermanence #discontentedness #cravings #attachments https://www.instagram.com/p/CN34yPAJnRmhTlYLbGgRhabF7fhHTcW-IS0rtU0/?igshid=1n5voggyv5vot

[ypnhot]

The Noble Eightfold Path

I’ve been reading the Discourses of the Buddha lately and I wanted to create symbols to go with each of the aspects of the Noble Eightfold Path that represent their meanings. Partly to help me remember them all. So here is what I created.

Starting with the top symbol and moving around to the right:

Right View:

Right View is about fully understanding the Four Noble Truths, so I made an eye with Four rectangles representing the Four Noble Truths.

Right Intention: 

Right Intention is about moving from the Unwholesome to the Wholesome, specifically Abandoning Sense-pleasures, Hatred, and Harmfulness/Cruelty, and Embracing Renunciation of the Sense-pleasures, Loving-Kindness, and Compassion. I created an arrow showing pointing from three empty [unWHOLEsome] circles to three filled [WHOLEsome] circles.

Right Speech:

Right Speech is about abandoning Unwholesome speech and embracing Wholesome speech. Specifically abandoning Lying, Slanderous speech meant to divide people, Harsh speech filled with anger, and Idle chatter, like gossip.I made a speech bubble with the four empty [unWHOLEsome] circles outside of it, with a filled [WHOLEsome] circle inside of it.

Right Action:

Right Action is about abandoning unwholesome actions, specifically Killing, Stealing, and Sexual Misconduct, and embracing compassionate actions. I created an arrow with a filled circle inside of it pointing away from three empty circles with a line between them.

Right Livelihood:

Right Livelihood is about making sure that you don’t earn your livelihood through unwholesome professions, specifically from anything to do with death, like being a butcher, anything to do with poisons, anything to do with weapons, anything to do with slavery or prostitution, or anything to do with intoxicants. You’re also supposed to avoid anything like high-pressure sales or anything else that would encourage dishonesty or harming others. I created an alms bowl with five empty circles outside of it and one filled circle inside.

Right Effort:

Right Effort is about actively training and making an effort to abandon the defilements, specifically Greed, Hatred, and Delusion, and embracing their wholesome opposites, Renunciation, Loving-Kindness, and Wisdom. I created a large circle with the three empty circles on the outside and a filled circle on the inside.

Right Mindfulness:

Right Mindfulness is about cultivating clear awareness of the truth of things in and around you by using the four foundations of mindfulness, being mindful of your body, being mindful of your feelings and where they come from, being mindful of your states of mind and where they come from, and being mindful of your thoughts and where they come from. I created a simplified image of a brain seen from above with four lines beneath it like a foundation.

Right Concentration:

Right Concentration is about training yourself, through meditation, to focus your mind into one pointedness. I used the simplified image of the brain and put a filled circle in the middle.

I also put a lotus in the center of all of it.

So far, the process of creating this has made it easier for me to remember each of the aspects and their meanings. I hope it helps others as well.

[opiraticentranced]

Practicing right speech when everyone around you is acting from their deepest neuroses is more difficult than I anticipated...

[wishfulmanifestations]

What is Dharma & what does it signify?

Remember these Four Noble Truths:

1. Anguish is everywhere.

2. We desire permanent existence of ourselves and for our loved ones, and we desire to prove ourselves independent of others and superior to them. These desires conflict with the way things are: nothing abides, and everything and everyone depends upon everything and everyone else. This conflict causes our anguish, and we project this anguish on those we meet.

3. Release from anguish comes with the personal acknowledgment and resolve: we are here together very briefly, so let us accept reality fully and take care of one another while we can.

4. This acknowledgement and resolve are realized by following the Eight fold Path: Right Views, Right Thinking, Right Speech, Right Conduct, Right Livelihood, Right Effort, Right Recollection, and Right Meditation. Here "Right" means "correct" or "accurate" -- in keeping with the reality of impermanence and interdependence.”

[davidhop]

White clouds, firm path, heading for morning Zazen. #whiteclouds #bluemountain #zazen #eightfoldpath #pavingstones #dogen #shunryosuzuki #flintsparks (at Nunna's Ton Farm House) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj9-UVjMoFs/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[bulldogdaddy68]

#dumbledoresarmy #harrypotterbuddha #eightfoldpath #mindfulness #choices

[kalikillsthedemon]

Yoga is an ancient philosophical, medical and theraputic tradition which literally translates "to join or unite". This union in ancient yogic texts is between our mind and higher consciousness, between mind and body and breath, between the five layers of this human form, between the organs and energy centers of our body, between ourselves and others, between ourselves and the universe. Yoga is a discipline of mind and body. It is a state of being beyond all distraction. And also an awareness of distraction. It is a balance of opposite forces both within us and beyond ourselves. Yoga is therapy. And I am one of a group of Yoga Therapists working to help yoga return to its traditional purpose, to ease suffering and create more comfort. So please look beyond the fancy poses and the physical gymnastics...the real transformation of yoga is so much deeper than skin and muscle and bones! Wheel pose = the eight fold path = ashtanga #yoga #yogatherapy #yogatherapist #traditionalyoga #patanjali #theyogasutras #mindbodybreath #panchkosha #chakras #doshas #discipline #balance #strength #flexabilty #chakrasana #wheelpose #eightfoldpath #turningthewheel #dharma https://www.instagram.com/p/CGXu8PTD_zk/?igshid=amqbenxzlf43