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RE: The Ten Stages of the Mahayana Bodhisattva Path
As I understand it, the fact is that when you come to total control of yourself, there is the possibility of becoming pure positive radiant energy, but to get to that state, where is the human essence? if you disconnect from the world, where are the relationships with others? I would conclude, that it becomes a lonely life with itself.
As I understand it, the fact is that when you come to total control of yourself, there is the possibility of becoming pure positive radiant energy, but to get to that state, where is the human essence? if you disconnect from the world, where are the relationships with others? I would conclude, that it becomes a lonely life with itself.
@amigoponic there is no self to be found in the flux of the body state, it is constantly changing. One has to see this to understand the path of the Bodhisattva, this is like the first step, self cannot be found in what is constantly changing and empty of a permanent self, like what people think is a soul. Regarding the essence of a human the soul per Hindu view is denied.
8. Especially emphasized in Mahayana Buddhism, all sentient beings have Buddha Nature/ Essence. One can become a Buddha (a supreme enlightened being) in due course if one practises diligently and attains purity of mind (ie absolutely no delusions or afflictions).
11. Rebirth is another key doctrine in Buddhism and it goes hand in hand with karma. There is a subtle difference between rebirth and reincarnation as expounded in Hinduism. Buddhism rejects the theory of a transmigrating permanent soul, whether created by a god or emanating from a divine essence.
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Yes, I understand perfectly; but I am a social being, I like to be in everything and with everyone, and in this sense, I imagine the life of a Buddha as solitary, passive, individual. I'm sorry if I'm wrong about my statement.
Thanks for the link, you've cleared up a lot of doubts.
No need to feel bad @amigoponc, your question was awesome! The answer and question help people understand what Buddhism is and is not.