Podcasts about Nagarjuna

Norman Fischer gives her eighth and final talk on Nagarjuna's "Verses From the Center" (Mulamadhyamakakarika). This Everyday Zen 2025 series references Stephen Batchelor's book "Verses From the Center: A Buddhist Vision of the Sublime. Suggested donation: $7 https://bit.ly/donate-edz-online-teachings We cannot continue offering teachings online without it. Thank you! https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/edz.assets/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Verses-From-the-Center-2025-Series-Talk-8.mp3

Send us a textKathy, and Ramesh react to the Teaser for Trance of Kuberaa, an upcoming pan-India movie featuring Dhanush, King Nagarjuna, and Rashmika Mandanna, under the direction of Sekhar Kammula and music by Devi Sri Prasad. Support the show

Kathie Fischer gives her seventh and final talk on Nagarjuna's "Verses From the Center" (Mulamadhyamakakarika). This Everyday Zen 2025 series references Stephen Batchelor's book "Verses From the Center: A Buddhist Vision of the Sublime. Suggested donation: $7 https://bit.ly/donate-edz-online-teachings We cannot continue offering teachings online without it. Thank you! https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/edz.assets/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Verses-From-the-Center-2025-Series-Talk-7-Kathie-Fischer.mp3

The Liminal Café is where the locals of the liminal web gather for coffee and conversation. In this new series, Layman chats with the people and patrons who, for some curious reason, find themselves drawn to this sketchy corner of the internet...NAGARJUNA, DELEUZE, AND WHITEHEAD ADVANCED RHIZOMATICALLY INTO A BARFor episode 11, Layman joins Kazi Adi Shakti in the Amaravathi branch of the Liminal Café for a wide-ranging, paradigm- and continent-crossing exploration of the development of a Process Buddhism.Kazi is an artist and theorist whose theoretical work primarily consists in the study and creative synthesis of process thought, Madhyamaka Buddhism, Western Marxism and Eco-feminist ethics. She graduated with a BFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art, where she majored in Interdisciplinary Sculpture with a focus on computer modeling, 3D scanning and digital fabrication and currently works as a scanning specialist and digital artist in the 3D digitization industry.Kazi's blog, Holo-Poiesishttps://holo-poiesis.com/

Nāgārjuna (c. 150 – c. 250 CE) was an Indian Buddhist monk and philosopher, regarded as the founder of the Madhyamaka (Middle Way) school of Mahāyāna Buddhism. His most famous work, Mūlamadhyamakakārikā (Root Verses on the Middle Way), presents the concept of śūnyatā (emptiness) and the two truths doctrine, emphasizing dependent origination and rejecting inherent existence. Nāgārjuna's philosophy has profoundly influenced Mahāyāna thought and continues to shape Buddhist studies and practice today.

Kathie Fischer gives her sixth talk of Nagarjuna's "Verses From the Center" (Mulamadhyamakakarika). This Everyday Zen 2025 series references Stephen Batchelor's book "Verses From the Center: A Buddhist Vision of the Sublime. Suggested donation: $7 https://bit.ly/donate-edz-online-teachings We cannot continue offering teachings online without it. Thank you! https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/edz.assets/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Verses-From-the-Center-2025-Series-Talk-6-Kathie-Fischer.mp3

Kathie Fischer gives her fifth talk of Nagarjuna's "Verses From the Center" (Mulamadhyamakakarika). This Everyday Zen 2025 series references Stephen Batchelor's book "Verses From the Center: A Buddhist Vision of the Sublime. Suggested donation: $7 https://bit.ly/donate-edz-online-teachings We cannot continue offering teachings online without it. Thank you! https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/edz.assets/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Verses-From-the-Center-2025-Series-Talk-5-Kathie-Fischer.mp3

Kathie Fischer gives her fourth talk of Nagarjuna's "Verses From the Center" (Mulamadhyamakakarika). This Everyday Zen 2025 series references Stephen Batchelor's book "Verses From the Center: A Buddhist Vision of the Sublime. Suggested donation: $7 https://bit.ly/donate-edz-online-teachings We cannot continue offering teachings online without it. Thank you! https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/edz.assets/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Verses-From-the-Center-2025-Series-Talk-4-Kathie-Fischer.mp3

Kathie Fischer gives her third talk of Nagarjuna's "Verses From the Center" (Mulamadhyamakakarika) at the May 2025 All Day Sitting at Green Gulch Farms. This Everyday Zen 2025 series references Stephen Batchelor's book "Verses From the Center: A Buddhist Vision of the Sublime. Suggested donation: $7 https://bit.ly/donate-edz-online-teachings We cannot continue offering teachings online without it. Thank you! https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/edz.assets/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Verses-From-the-Center-2025-Series-Talk-3-Kathie-Fischer-All-Day-Stting-May-2025.mp3

Kathie Fischer gives her second talk of Nagarjuna's "Verses From the Center" (Mulamadhyamakakarika). This Everyday Zen 2025 series references Stephen Batchelor's book "Verses From the Center: A Buddhist Vision of the Sublime. Suggested donation: $7 https://bit.ly/donate-edz-online-teachings We cannot continue offering teachings online without it. Thank you! https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/edz.assets/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Verses-From-the-Center-2025-Series-Talk-2-Kathie-Fischer-1.mp3

Kathie Fischer gives the first talk of the "Verses From the Center 2025 Series" with an introduction to the great Buddhist teacher Nagarjuna and his emptiness teachings from his work "Verses from the Center" (Mulamadhyamakakarika). This series references Stephen Batchelor's book "Verses From the Center: A Buddhist Vision of the Sublime." https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/edz.assets/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Verses-From-the-Center-2025-Series-Talk-1-Kathie-Fischer.mp3

The Daily Buddhist: 366 Days of Wisdom for Happiness, Inner Freedom, and Mindful Living by Pema Sherpa, Brendan Barca Amazon.com Thedailybuddhist.net 366 daily doses of profound and practical Buddhist teachings for true transformation. Why do so many people still embrace the wisdom of Buddhism, even after twenty-five hundred years? The answer lies in the fact that, although the world may look different now, humans still grapple with the same fundamental challenges: overwhelming emotions, discontentment, and a longing for happiness. These are the very challenges that Buddhist philosophy can help us overcome, empowering us to transform into fearless, compassionate, and joyful individuals. Buddhism provides a framework we can use to lead a great life—one in which we are kinder, have greater resilience, are more adaptable to change, and experience greater lightness and joy. The Daily Buddhist offers daily teachings of Buddhist wisdom and practices to help us navigate the challenges of everyday life. Drawing from many of the greatest Buddhist masters throughout history—renowned Indian philosophers like Nagarjuna and Santideva; Tibetan masters like Milarepa, Patrul Rinpoche, and Chögyam Trungpa; and, of course, the Buddha himself—the authors, Buddhist scholars and practitioners, deliver daily doses of Buddhist insights tailored for 21st century living. Each day of the year, you'll receive an insightful quote from a Buddhist master paired with a thought-provoking reflection that's accessible, practical, and modern. Over the course of the year, you'll learn: How mindfulness can help you find inner peace How to make friends with yourself through meditation How to overcome difficult emotions like anger, jealousy, and anxiety Why cultivating compassion leads to happiness Why you are not your thoughts How to tame your inner critic How to discover happiness that actually lasts This profound yet practical approach to Buddhist philosophy provides tools for true transformation. By the end of the year, you'll see the world and your mind in a new light, propelling you along the path to lasting happiness, self-mastery, and inner freedom.About the author Brendan Barca is an author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and Buddhist practitioner. He discovered Buddhism in his twenties, initially turning to meditation to cope with stress and burnout. Since then, he has practiced Tibetan Buddhsim for years, traveling to Nepal to learn from revered masters such as Dudjom Tenzin Yeshe Dorje Rinpoche. Experiencing the transformative effects of mindfulness, meditation, and Buddhist teachings in his own life, he co-founded Brema Solutions with his wife, Pema Sherpa, to bring these invaluable principles to corporations worldwide. Together, Pema and Brendan wrote their first book, The Daily Buddhist, and also run their popular newsletter of the same name. Brendan lives with his wife and daughter Samaya in Brooklyn, NY.

Nāgārjuna fue un filósofo indio y monje budista, a quiense atribuye la fundación de la escuela madhyamaka (el camino medio) que influyó fuertemente en el desarrollo del budismo mahayana, y también la autoría o descubrimiento del Prajñãramita-sütra así como otros grandestratados sobre la doctrina budista donde se acentúa el criterio filosófico de la vacuidad esencial de lo existente/Nagarjuna Fue el fundador de una de las tradiciones de pensamiento más influyentes de las doctrinas de la India, ladenominada escuela de la vía media o madhyamaka. Nāgārjuna probablemente es el pensador budista mahayana más influyente, tras el propio Buda Gautama.

Naga Chaitanya, one of the most intriguing actors in Telugu cinema, joins us for an unfiltered conversation, sharing insights into his life, career, and business ventures like never before. From the reality of being a star kid to his views on party culture, film promotions, and business strategies, Chay opens up about aspects of his life that are often misunderstood. This episode goes beyond the usual promotional talks, diving deep into his personal choices, struggles, and philosophies.Being called a star kid comes with its fair share of advantages and disadvantages. Chay explains why he dislikes that label and how he chooses to stay grounded despite the privileges that come with his family name. He addresses the ever-controversial topic of nepotism—does he see it as a problem, or does he believe it's just like any other family profession being passed down? He breaks down his perspective, making an honest case for both sides of the argument.Shifting gears from cinema to business, we dive into Chay's food venture, Shoyu. Where did the idea come from, and why did he choose the cloud kitchen model over a traditional restaurant? He reveals how Hyderabad's culture influenced his decision and the real meaning behind the name "Shoyu," a topic that has sparked several theories. What are the future scaling plans? With only two kitchens in Hyderabad, how does he manage deliveries efficiently? He talks about the challenges and insights that come with running a food business, especially for someone coming from the film industry.As someone who has seen massive financial success through films, how does Chay define a “healthy profit” in business? He reflects on the importance of having a financial escape beyond films and shares what he has learned from his father, Nagarjuna, who is known for his sharp business acumen. We also discuss the common pitfalls that lead many actors' food businesses to fail, and how he managed to avoid them.Failure is an inevitable part of any actor's journey. But how does it feel when a film that an actor has put immense effort into fails at the box office? Chay discusses the emotional and professional toll of dealing with flops, the dilemma of hyping up a film even when its potential is questionable, and how he personally copes with setbacks.Beyond films, Chaitanya has a well-known passion for cars. He reveals how many cars he owns, why he is so deeply connected to them, and how racing serves as a form of meditation for him. He also touches on his idea of vacations as a way to detox from work and social media pressures.Of course, we couldn't skip talking about his upcoming film, Thandel. He shares the concept behind the film, whether the traditional six-to-seven-song format still works, and what it's like working with Sai Pallavi.One of the most emotional segments of this conversation is about Manam and his legendary grandfather, ANR. Chay shares untold stories from the sets, the pressure on the family, and whether it's true that ANR dubbed for his scenes during his last days. He explains why Manam remains such an important film in their family's legacy.Despite being a public figure, Chay is known for maintaining a low profile. Why doesn't he make many public appearances? He talks about the frustratingly dumb questions interviewers ask, his strict diet (why he doesn't consume sugar), and his approach to brand deals—how he decides what to endorse and what to avoid.This conversation is an absolute must-watch for fans and movie buffs alike. Don't miss this deep and raw conversation with Naga Chaitanya!Watch the full episode now and let us know your favorite moments in the comments.

A talk given at Berkeley Zen Center on Saturday, January 11th 2025 by Sue Oehser.

How can we use the wisdom of the Paramis to guide our everyday life? In this talk, Jokai makes practical the six essential qualities that form the foundation of Mahayana Buddhist practice: The Paramis. Through humor and personal anecdotes, Jokai makes the teachings relatable, reinforcing that the essence of the Paramis is not in striving for perfection but in embodying compassion, resilience, and openness throughout life's journey.He begins by quoting Nagarjuna, from his work called Ratnavali or Precious Garland of Advice for a King:"Generosity and morality for benefiting others,Patience and diligence for cultivating self,Meditation and wisdom for casting off self and others.This is, in short, the great vehicle's meaning.This is, in brief, the Buddha's true teaching.For the liberation of self and all beings,These six means are the treasure-house."Jokai describes the Paramis as steps toward self-liberation and service to others. He highlights the practical and transformative nature of the Paramis, reflecting on their ability to guide practitioners toward compassion and awakening, even amidst the complexities of daily life. He stresses the importance of starting with generosity and ethical conduct as a way to shift from self-centeredness to a collective sense of care and responsibility.While meditation and wisdom are often emphasized in Zen practice, the Paramis remind us that spiritual growth also requires cultivating patience and perseverance. He acknowledges the challenges and frustrations that can arise but encourages staying committed to the path, not for personal enlightenment alone, but for the benefit of all beings.______________Jokai relocated to California from the UK in 2000 to study with Tenshin Fletcher Roshi at Yokoji Zen Mountain Center. After completing formal study, encompassing over two decades of residential training and service, he received Dharma Transmission (full authorization to teach) in the White Plum Lineage of Zen Buddhism in 2014, and Inka (final seal of approval) in 2022.Jokai Roshi emphasizes the direct experience of awakening using contemporary language and time-honored methods. ______________ To support our efforts to share these talks with LGBTQIA audiences worldwide, please visit https://gaybuddhist.org/There you can: Donate Learn how to participate live Find our schedule of upcoming speakers Join our mailing list or discussion forum Enjoy many hundreds of these recorded talks dating back to 1996 CREDITSAudio Engineer: George HubbardProducer: Tom BrueinMusic/Logo/Artwork: Derek Lassiter

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Do you have neanderthal DNA? Is your body your identity? What makes the knowledge of death possible when no one alive has experienced it first hand? How does dying feel? What are your schemas for understanding death? Is death the default, & it is life that happens occasionally? Does a cell know when it ought to die? When is an organism dead? When can we not dream? Can (certain) tissues and organs regenerate? What are the biochemical reactions a response to? What does oxygen do? Does the concept of death make control over others possible? Can we reverse death itself? What is the 'location' of a person? Do all cells come from other living cells? Or, can cells be created artificially from scratch? Is the body inferior to atman? Intrinsically, is everything conscious? Why do we see matter around if it's all one consciousness? Is Higg's boson dead? Do the cells need to divide to avoid death? Is dying like falling in deep sleep, & do we therefore die everyday? How does structure and order reproduce? What did you inherit from your mother at birth? Can dead mammoths be resurrected? &, will we have the power to create varied artificial life in the future with genome writing? SynTalk thinks about these & more questions using ideas from philosophy of science (Prof. G. Nagarjuna, IISER, Pune), theology (Swami Narasimhananda, Ramakrishna Mission Sevashrama, Kozhikode), & genomic sciences (Prof. Binay Panda, JNU, New Delhi).

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. I talk about existing traditions, topics and universally accepted facts in every episode of my series Ramuism. Today I talk about Konda Surekha Samantha Nagarjuna issue and how I interpret the entity. This show is hosted by Swapna. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marpa y Maitripa Mientras viajaba en la India del sur, Marpa repetidamente lanzó fuertes deseos de hallar a Maitripa, un sostenedor del linaje de Nagarjuna y el gran Brahman Saraha, cuya posterior encarnación sería conocida como el Karmapa. En un sueño, una bella mujer se le apareció a Marpa como una mensajera de Maitripa, dándole fuertes bendiciones al colocarle una vasija en el tope de su cabeza. Él despertó sintiéndose gozosamente feliz. En su retorno a Pullahari en el norte para revisar a Naropa, Marpa fue alentado para buscar a Maitripa en persona. Este gurú también vivía en un lugar inconveniente. Muchos de sus amigos disuadieron a Marpa de proseguir la difícil y peligrosa búsqueda de Maitripa. Su respuesta hacia ellos fue: …"Yo no estoy buscando riqueza en esta vida, sea que muera o no, yo debo buscar el Dharma"… Eventualmente Marpa encontró a Maitripa sentado bajo un árbol en un monasterio en una alta montaña llamada "Montaña de las Llamaradas de Fuego". Maitripa jugó el papel de un padre espiritual en el desarrollo de Marpa, casi tan significante como aquel de Naropa. De Maitripa, Marpa recibió el nombre secreto Vajracitta junto con la transmisióoral del Mahamudra, enseñanzas de la más alta realización. Al mismo tiempo Maitripa introdujo a Marpa en los dohas, o canciones poéticas espontáneas para las cuales Marpa y su futuro estudiante Milarepa se harían tan famosos.. Evaluemos el planteamiento …

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Check out my linktree to find our new song, socials & more: https://linktr.ee/filipholmSupport Let's Talk Religion on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/letstalkreligion Or through a one-time donation: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/letstalkreligion Also check out the Let's Talk Religion Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ih4sqtWv0wRIhS6HFgerb?si=95b07d83d0254bSources/Recomended Reading:Brose, Benjamin (2021). "Xuanzang: China's Legendary Pilgrim and Translator". Shambhala Publications. Westerhoff, Jan (2009). "Nagarjuna's Madhyamaka: A Philosophical Introduction". Oxford University Press.Wriggins, Sally Hovey (1996). "Xuanzang: A Buddhist Pilgrim On The Silk Road". Routledge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bright on Buddhism - Episode 92 - What is suchness? How ought we understand it? How have understandings of it changed over time? Resources: Buswell; Lopez (2014), The Princeton Dictionary of Buddhism; Robinson, Richard H. (1957). "Some Logical Aspects of Nagarjuna's System". Philosophy East & West. 6 (4): 306. doi:10.2307/1397476. JSTOR 1397476.; Endō, Asai (2014). "The Lotus Sutra as the Core of Japanese Buddhism: Shifts in Representations of its Fundamental Principle". Japanese Journal of Religious Studies. 41 (1): 45–64.; Gregory, Peter N. (2002) [1991]. Tsung-mi and the Sinification of Buddhism. University of Hawai'i Press, Kuroda Institute. ISBN 0-8248-2623-X.; Robert, Jean-Noel (2011). "On a Possible Origin of the " Ten Suchnesses " List in Kumārajīva's Translation of the Lotus Sutra". Journal of the International College for Postgraduate Buddhist Studies. 15: 54–72. Do you have a question about Buddhism that you'd like us to discuss? Let us know by tweeting to us @BrightBuddhism, emailing us at Bright.On.Buddhism@gmail.com, or joining us on our discord server, Hidden Sangha https://discord.gg/tEwcVpu! Credits: Nick Bright: Script, Cover Art, Music, Voice of Hearer, Co-Host Proven Paradox: Editing, mixing and mastering, social media, Voice of Hermit, Co-Host

In this sixth episode in the series Indian Buddhist Philosophy: Progressive Stages of Insight into Emptiness, Sono discusses the Two Truths of Nagarjuna, the important insight into the “emptiness” of emptiness and how these philosophical insights shape how we practice.

Buddhism Reference – Nagarjuna. One of the most important Buddhist scholars and founder of the “Middle Way” and “Emptiness” doctrines of the Madhyamaka School. E-books - “Buddhism Reference – Now Available   Threefoldlotus.com/home/Ebooks.htm

Buddhism Reference – Madhyamaka. Nagarjuna's Middle Way of practice and the piercing perception of Sunyata. E-books - “Buddhism Reference – Now Available   Threefoldlotus.com/home/Ebooks.htm

From the Buddhist perspective, the understanding and realisation of emptiness is the key to liberation from suffering – because the roots of suffering stem from primordial confusion as to the nature of reality – to be free from suffering we need to eliminate ignorance – to eliminate ignorance is to understand emptiness – hence the realisation of emptiness is the ultimate medicine. In this lecture series we are exploring some of the different ways of understanding emptiness found in Buddhism – today we will go into what is called the Madhymaka School or The Middle Way School which interprets the prajnaparamita sutras – such as the Heart Sutra and The Diamond Sutra. Prajnaparamita meaning the perfection of wisdom – where wisdom realises emptiness. Nagarjuna is the founder of the Madhymaka school and he is the first and most influential Buddhist philosopher - later in the series we will move to exploring the Yogacara view on emptiness and explore the question as to whether or not the Madhyamaka and Yogacara Schools are allies or rivals.

In Parts 5 & 6 of this multipart series, John Dunne discusses some more of Nagarjuna's policies around leadership and considers how they can create personal and world transformation. Roshi […]

In Parts 5 & 6 of this multipart series, John Dunne discusses some more of Nagarjuna's policies around leadership and considers how they can create personal and world transformation. Roshi […]

Season 6 Episode 20: From navigating the tides of a naval family upbringing to the serene corridors of Kalakshetra, the remarkable Ms. Amala Akkineni joins me, Curious Vedanth, for an intimate recounting of her evolution from a dancer to a silver screen sensation and a beacon of animal welfare. Her story is a tapestry of vivid experiences, where every relocation and each mentor's guidance is woven into the rich fabric of her life's work. As we sit in the historic Annapurna Studios, Amala walks us through her transformative years, shedding light on the profound connections between her artistic passions and the empathetic drive that would catapult her into the realms of animal welfare.Our journey doesn't halt at Amala's illustrious film career, which saw her deliver stunning performances across five languages, but rather accelerates towards the heartfelt inception of the Blue Cross of Hyderabad. With tales from her cinematic endeavors to the compassionate endeavors off-screen, Amala offers us a glimpse into the relentless pursuit of a cause that resonates deeply with her soul. Supported by her renowned spouse, Nagarjuna, she paints a vivid picture of the trials, triumphs, and joys of championing the voiceless. This episode isn't just about the glitz of showbiz; it's a tribute to the enduring spirit of giving back.Follow my Facebook page to get updates on upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.com/curiousvedanth/To listen to earlier episodes, visit curiousvedanth.comTo listen at leisure on your phone and get notified about future episodes, subscribe by searching for 'Curious Vedanth' wherever you get podcasts, such as Apple Podcast, Stitcher, Google Podcast, Spotify, YouTube, etc.

The teaching of emptiness is often considered to be an innovation of Nagarjuna or of the Prajnaparamita Sutras. However this important teaching had been expounded by the Buddha many centuries before, but has become obscured. But how? (Rebroadcast 1/12/2024, originally podcast 7/16/2021)

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In this episode, we continue exploring the rich spiritual tradition of Buddhism through one of its most profound and important schools - Chan/Zen. We dive into the history and development of the school, as well as its characteristic teachings about meditation, koans, liberation and Buddha-nature.Sources/Suggested Reading: Chuang Zhi (2019). "Exploring Chán: An Introduction to the Religious and Mystical Tradition of Chinese Buddhism". Songlark Publishing. Hershock, Peter D. (2004). "Chan Buddhism". University of Hawaii Press. Red Pine (translated by) (1989). "The Zen Teachings of Bodhidharma". North Point Press. Red Pine (translated by) (2002). "The Diamond Sutra". Counterpoint. Red Pine (translated by) (2008). "The Platform Sutra: The Zen Teaching of Hui-neng". Counterpoint. Westerhoff, Jan (2009). "Nagarjuna's Madhyamaka: A Philosophical Introduction". Oxford University Press. Ziporyn, Brook (2016). "Emptiness and Omnipresence: An essential introduction to Tiantai Buddhism". Indiana University Press. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We decided this week to speak about the Two Truths-- the Relative and the Absolute, or the Mundane and the Ultimate.   Are they real or just another construct?  How did they find their way into the Buddhist teachings?  How can we practice with them today? Is there even something to practice?Doug's Videos on the Two Truths:The Buddhist Doctrine of Two Truths: Origins -- https://youtu.be/qL_sspJzQx8The Buddhist Doctrine of Two Truths: Abhidharma and Nagarjuna -- https://youtu.be/yBKK1HvieqUIs the Two Truths Doctrine a Problem for Early Buddhism? -- https://youtu.be/q5nHLz1xoSUSupport the showGo to our website to leave a comment, buy us a coffee, or see further notes and links: https://digginthedharma.com/

This marks part 3 of a 5-part series where I will read aloud chapters from Manly P. Hall's “The Wisdom of the Knowing Ones: Gnosticism, the Key to Esoteric Christianity.” In this episode, we'll be reading chapter two, “Parallels Between Eastern and Western Philosophy.” What you'll learn: · The detailed process of how different religions and philosophies come into existence, unfold their teachings, attain their maximum sphere of influence, and then either diminish or fade away· When did Greek religion (Hellenism) as a religion and philosophy die off?· The connection between Syrian and Egyptian Gnosis and the development of early Christian sects like the Essenes and Nazarenes· The beginning phases of Buddism and how the core teachings became corrupted and too severe over time (similar to what happened with the Catholic church)· How mystic traditions (Sufism, Taoism, Gnosticism, Essenes) came in to fill the void left by major religions of Buddism, Hinduism, Islam and Orthodox Christianity· The story of Nagarjuna, often referred to as “The Second Buddha” by Tibetan and East Asian Mahayana (Great Vehicle) traditions of Buddhism· The three main ways that both Eastern and Western Mystic schools believe one can attain higher levels of spiritual knowledge and initiation (enlightenment)· The strong parallels between mystical Christianity and Eastern mysticism· The meaning of Prajnaparamita (“Mother of all the Buddhas”) in Buddhism and her connection to “Sophia, Virgin of the World” in Gnostic tradition· The use of mantras (repeated sound patterns” in early Eastern and Western esoteric traditions ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Manly Palmer Hall was a Canadian author, lecturer, astrologer, mystic, and Freemason. Over his 70-year career he gave thousands of lectures and published over 150 volumes of written work. Early in his life, he became drawn to mysticism, esoteric philosophies, and their underlying principles. While visiting London in the early 1930s, Hall acquired from an auction agent at Sotheby's, a substantial collection of rare books and manuscripts about alchemy and esotericism. Owing to economic conditions resulting from the Great Depression, he acquired the collection for an insanely low price due to the economic circumstances of the time. SELECTED READING: “The Wisdom of the Knowing Ones: Gnosticism, the Key to Esoteric Christianity.” (Pages 1-22) FOLLOW AND SUPPORT THE PODCAST: Follow the podcast on Instagram at @nightnightb1tch. To make a one-time or recurring donation to support the continued production of NNB, visit https://ko-fi.com/nightnightbitch. Disclaimer: episodes of Night Night, Bitch are for the purpose of research, study, entertainment, meditation, sleep, and discussion. The views and opinions expressed in each episode belong to the original author(s)/creator(s)/speaker(s) and may not necessarily reflect those of Night Night, Bitch, its host, or its affiliates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Even learned commentators on the tarot are likely to point out at the fourteenth major arcana, Temperance, is a bit of a boring card. At least, it comes off as dull until you look at it closely, as JF and Phil do in this episode. What they find is that the Temperance card is actually a diagram, a kind of blueprint for a celestial machine that underlies human technology, beckoning us to restore even the most mechanical contraption to the raw weirdness at the source of everything. Header image by Rolf Dietrich Brecher via Wikimedia Commons (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Olive_Oil_on_Water_%2847993245783%29.jpg) It's not too late to join JF's Nura Learning course, "Art in the Age of Artificial Intelligence." (www.nuralearning.com) Support us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/weirdstudies) and gain access to Phil's podcast on Wagner's Ring Cycle. Listen to Meredith Michael and Gabriel Lubell's podcast, Cosmophonia (https://cosmophonia.podbean.com/). Download Pierre-Yves Martel's new album, Mer Bleue (https://pierre-yvesmartel.bandcamp.com/album/mer-bleue). Visit the Weird Studies Bookshop (https://bookshop.org/shop/weirdstudies) Find us on Discord (https://discord.com/invite/Jw22CHfGwp) Get the T-shirt design from Cotton Bureau (https://cottonbureau.com/products/can-o-content#/13435958/tee-men-standard-tee-vintage-black-tri-blend-s)! SHOW NOTES Anonymous, Meditations on the Tarot (https://bookshop.org/a/18799/9781585421619) Aleister Crowley, The Book of Thoth (https://bookshop.org/a/18799/9780877282686) Adrien Lyne, Jacob's Ladder (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099871/) Weeping Angels (https://tardis.fandom.com/wiki/Weeping_Angel), Dr. Who creatures Joel Schumacher, Flatliners (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099582/) Lawrence Halprin, [The RSVP Cycles](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RSVPcycles)_ Gregory Bateson, Steps To an Ecology of Mind (https://bookshop.org/a/18799/9780226039053) Hesychasm (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hesychasm), monastic practice Yoav Ben-Dov, Tarot: the Open Reading (https://bookshop.org/a/18799/9781492248996) The Gnostic Tarot (https://chrisleech.wixsite.com/mysite) Jeffrey Kripal, Authors of the Impossible (https://bookshop.org/a/18799/9780226453873) Nagarjuna, Verses of the Middle Way (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M%C5%ABlamadhyamakak%C4%81rik%C4%81)

Welcome to our podcast, where we explore the fascinating world of Indian logic. Join us as we delve into an article authored by an unknown writer, which takes us on a journey through the evolution of Indian logic, its key figures, and schools of thought. We explore the anviksiki of Medhatithi Gautama, the Sanskrit grammar rules of Pāṇini, the Vaisheshika school's analysis of atomism, the Nyaya school of Hindu philosophy, the tetralemma of Nagarjuna, the Arthashastra, Jain logic, the teachings of Kundakunda, Acharya Mahapragya, the Navya-Nyāya or Neo-Logical darśana, the Tattvacintāmani, and the contributions of George Boole and Augustus De Morgan. source:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_logic

Ben explains Nagarjuna to Pat.

Lama Tsultrim interviews longtime friend, Robert A.F. Thurman, who shares a fascinating story about his experiences in Mt. Kalaish as well as his experience as a monk in India in the 1960s. Dr. Thurman offers a beautiful teaching on the explanation of Emptiness, based upon a quote from Nagarjuna which says, “Emptiness is the womb of Compassion.” Learn more about our guests, read transcripts and get more resources at:https://www.taramandala.org/wisdom-rising-podcast/episode-libraryConnect and Continue to Experience your own Wisdom RisingFollow Lama Tsultrim Allione on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.Join the Lama Live! webcast with Lama Tsultrim Allione on YouTube.Learn more about Lama Tsultrim.

Continuing with the theme - The Self: Walking the Middle Way Path, we meet the 2nd Century spiritual genius, Nagarjuna, who is considered the father of the Middle Way school. Nagarjuna once paid homage to the Buddha, saying, “I prostrate to he who has abandoned all views.” Looking into the topic of views, Elizabeth will take us on a fascinating quest.

Welcome to episode 51 of The Way Out Is In: The Zen Art of Living, a podcast series mirroring Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh's deep teachings of Buddhist philosophy: a simple yet profound methodology for dealing with our suffering, and for creating more happiness and joy in our lives.In the spirit of Plum Village and its Zen tradition of public question-and-answer sessions, this is the second time that Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Huu and leadership coach and journalist Jo Confino have responded to listeners' questions. We hope that the answers will help show how the teachings can help people who are in distress or are dealing with critical issues – but also simply how to find more joy in our lives. Because we have received so many questions – around 200! – further answers will be given in a second part, to be released next week. The presenters are joined by frequent podcast guest Sister True Dedication (Sister Hien Nghiem). Topics which they address cover a wide range, from how to be brave, to speaking your truth and being fully yourself, and handling strong emotions and dealing with hate. Responses include practical examples, draw on both personal experiences and Buddhist wisdom, and cover numerous other topics, such as: non-attachment and healthy attachments; getting in touch with our patterns; building inner confidence; working with our negative seeds; letting go of pain; practicing with impermanence; the energy of prayer and interbeing; the power and purpose of Thay's favorite chant, Namo Avalokiteshvara; and more. Plus: what is a mudra?The three presenters also share their favorite daily reminders, sayings, or mantras for bringing them back to the path when they get distracted. Thank you for listening, and for your questions!Tune in next week for part two.Enjoy! Co-produced by the Plum Village App:https://plumvillage.app/ And Global Optimism:https://globaloptimism.com/ With support from the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation:https://thichnhathanhfoundation.org/ List of resourcesSister True Dedication https://plumvillage.org/people/dharma-teachers/sister-hien-nghiem/ The Four Noble Truthshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dy-RI3FrdGADharma Talks: ‘True Love and the Four Noble Truths'https://plumvillage.org/library/dharma-talks/true-love-and-the-four-noble-truths/ Bodhisattvahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bodhisattva ‘Breathing In, Breathing Out'https://plumvillage.org/library/songs/breathing-in-breathing-out/ Sister Jinahttps://plumvillage.org/people/dharma-teachers/sr-dieu-nghiem/ The Five Mindfulness Trainingshttps://plumvillage.org/mindfulness/the-5-mindfulness-trainings/ Pain, Despair, and the Second Arrow (a short Thich Nhat Hanh teaching video)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlLvjFPtFXw Sutras: ‘Discourse on the 5 Ways of Putting an End to Anger'https://plumvillage.org/library/sutras/discourse-on-the-five-ways-of-putting-an-end-to-anger/ Abrahamic religions https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abrahamic_religions Avalokiteśvarahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Avalokite%C5%9Bvara Introduction to Namo Avalokiteshvara (a short Thich Nhat Hanh teaching video)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DjBUZrrqAVQ ‘Listening to Namo Avalokiteshvara'https://plumvillage.app/listening-to-namo-avalokiteshvara/ Dharma Talks: ‘Listening to the Chant'https://plumvillage.org/library/dharma-talks/listening-to-the-chant/ Namo'valokiteshvaraya Chanthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZkjX_c4hm4 Mudrahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mudra Nāgārjunahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NagarjunaDharma Talks: ‘The Five Remembrances'https://plumvillage.org/library/dharma-talks/the-five-remembrances-sr-thuan-nghiem-spring-retreat-2018-05-17/ Quotes “Buddhism has a great lineage tradition of mentoring and guidance, and we are all seekers on the path. But some of us have had more years of experience and mistakes and getting awakened to our suffering, and can share from that experience to help others.” “Thay would always say a good question can help many of us who are listening in this moment, because a good question will allow a good answer to manifest.” “Each day that you have stillness, that you have well-being, acknowledge it; make it your moment of presence, of solidarity.” “In the spirit of Zen, we have the warrior, and how we bring that warrior out is, first of all, by really knowing how to be with oneself when the emotions and storms are present. How do we recognize that and not be a victim of it? Not allowing ourselves to be the anger when the energy of anger manifests, not to be the fear when fear is present, and turtle away.” “Thay teaches us that a mountain doesn’t move when there’s a storm. And that storm is the storm of our perceptions, our judgment. We’re not being carried away by what we see, what we hear, but we still have the insight of interbeing. Therefore we can still have right view and clarity.” “I will not spread news that I do not know to be certain.” “We are not our thoughts, we are not our speech; we are not defined by that. We are so much greater as a formation, as an entity, than all of these things. But we do want to be aware of our legacy in thinking, speech, and action.”“In Buddhism, our negative seeds are just part of the garden that we’re composting. They’re something we’re working with, they’re something to embrace. And the good news of Buddhism is that when you see these seeds, you can get an enlightenment about them. That is the compost that we’re going to practice with: each time these seeds come up, try to make ourselves a little daisy. I may not be a lotus, but maybe one daisy for each seed.” “Some non-attachments are more difficult than others.” “Attachment that brings suffering, let it go. The attachment that keeps you on the path: ‘I’m attached to my brown robe. I’m attached to my precepts. I’m attached to my sangha.' We have to also let go of this view that in Zen there’s no thinking, there’s no feelings, there’s no emotions, there’s no attachment.” “When the going gets tough, keep going.” “‘Thanks to impermanence, everything is possible' comes from a great teacher called Nagarjuna. It’s a Buddhist phrase. And it helps me trust that everything is evolving, everything is shifting. My internal landscape is shifting, the external landscape is shifting. And if it’s hard, it won’t last for long; it’s just a phase that we’re passing through.” “Awareness is a mirror reflecting the four elements. Beauty is a heart that generates love and a mind that is open.” “Life is too short for mirrors.” “Our true actions are our continuation.”

I got the opportunity to meet and talk with Nagarjuna!! He is an Indian movie superstar! He has been a leading actor for the past 40 years. The legendary film actor has also been an entrepreneur, television presenter, producer, philanthropist, and studio owner. He has acted in over 100 films and has received many awards over the years. It was an honor speaking with him; he was very kind and welcoming. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/natasha832/support

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) We continue to explore a theme coming out of Donald's recent month-long retreat, of how we can hold and work with the understanding that there is both a process of awakening, often seen as mostly gradual, and a typically everyday experience of our habitual tendencies, including our difficulties and challenges. We review and expand some of what we examined in the previous session, including looking more at how the Buddha understood the nature of samsara and nirvana, and at the seven practices suggested last week for navigating this area (available to be downloaded--see the previous week's talk). We then go somewhat further and deeper, pointing to further ways of practicing, such as inquiring into the sense of self found in different habitual tendencies, and developing a devotional attitude toward both our ordinary lives and our habitual tendencies, as making possible the awakening process. We also touch on Mahayana and Vajrayana perspectives--that samsara and nirvana are not different (articulated by Nagarjuna), and that awakened awareness and habitual tendencies are not different (from Tibetan Dzogchen). These practices and perspectives help us to maintain confidence and faith in awakening in the midst of things!

In Part 4 of this multipart series, John Dunne discusses some more of Nagarjuna's policies around leadership and considers how they can create personal and world transformation. Roshi Joan Halifax […]

In Part 3 of this multipart series, Joan Dunne delves into ancient Indian Buddhist philosopher Nagarjuna's work The Ratnavali or The Jewel Garland which offers counsel to kings or all […]

In Part 3 of this multipart series, Joan Dunne delves into ancient Indian Buddhist philosopher Nagarjuna's work The Ratnavali or The Jewel Garland which offers counsel to kings or all who are king-like. Roshi Joan Halifax and John take questions from the Zoom participants at the end. To access the resources page for this program, […]