old3bob

We keep repeating (or often) a lot of madness and seem to always learn the hard ward...but I feel such can only repeat for so long (besides for ages!) and then come to an end at last, how about you?

"In Hindu philosophy, the Akashic Records represent a universal memory bank. Derived from the Sanskrit word akasha (meaning sky, space, or ether), these records are believed to store all events, actions, and thoughts of every soul that has ever existed". Don't know much about this and less as far as how other religions or philosophies address it. Per the quoted description above that is one very huge memory bank, and who has would access would seemingly have great purity and great need to do so...(for the keepers/guardians to allow it) On a personal level I know that pure masters can access the memories of their students - memories that their students may have forgotten long ago although still stored somewhere in their mind.

in many instances worldly powers turned Jesus into a cult, He didn't but He saw that coming. Btw I'd say there is nothing wrong with recognizing hierarchy based on Spirit and not ego... Also did not JK establish a non-cult cult?

a poet of sorts, cool.

the constitution stands for a heck of a lot more than just that, and thousands of GI's have given their lives so the rest of us in the US. would have certain rights which we often take for granted! (aka forever events)

it's very simple, trying (and in some cases succeeding) to destroy parts of the US. constitution, or recreate it in your own image is treason to the word, spirit and lawful norm of it as practiced and interpreted for a long time but a great many people, (ancient cycles and stuff can be interesting but I'd say that context is a stretch for this)

If or when many of our family members, friends, neighbors, associates and fellow citizens have betrayed the country for an evil cult leader of greed, malice, disgusting anti-humanity words and actions along with forms of wanton disgrace there is not much to celebrate on this day, although there is that saying of "count your blessing", ok lets see....well many of us are still breathing.

that's another way to go underground...(or unseen)

different forms of human knowledge have been increasing at breakneck speed but the wisdom to use it well has in many cases decreased! And like a house of cards things will fall apart (an understatement) the further we get away from dharma...

"treason" has more or less have taken over our government. (but keep pushing back bums for that counts in the grand scheme of things)

shame for all that waste...thankfully LED tech has reduced it and power consumption.

learned dos 3.2 on an a 8086 machine that was made in 1984 that had 640k of ram which was powerful back in the day. Btw, most of the old monitors were very hard on the eyes! I hot rodded that machine with dos 5, UMB and EMS cards and far better VGA video ! Also added a sound card but it quit on me. Heck it even had a 14k modem for trying out the early WWW bulletin boards. Alas I finally sold that baby for a good price, btw I built and kept a super socket 7 machine that can multi boot to run dos 6.2, windows 3.11 or windows 98. I really got a kick out of tinkering with memory management (via the autoexec and config files along with extra utilities and complex batch files, LOL) on those old machines for best performance; which is not unlike how I once got a kick out of tinkering with and fine tuning carburetor's, cams and intake manifolds on old cars but not so much anymore for the old boy... ;-)

"The reincarnation of the Dalai Lama, the Panchen Lama and other great Buddhist figures must be chosen by drawing lots from a golden urn, and approved by the central government," Mao Ning, foreign ministry spokeswoman, said at a press briefing, Reuters reports.

a potential problem is that his home in India (which is only safe for the moment) is part of an India through its leaders that is "in bed" so to speak with the murderer Putin for Russian military arms and oil.

righto, thanks for adding that. Btw, radical right nationalist Christian's have a similar mindset about controlling religion although of a different variation for America. (including to eliminate all religions except for fundamentalist Christianity while also ending the separation of religion and government!)

It does seem with the gathering of various kinds perfect storms, so to speak, that things on Earth will or could get much worse before they get better...but the darkness does not prevail in the longer run!

are spiritual masters involved in politics "Yes, spiritual masters and leaders have been involved in politics throughout history and continue to be so. Historically: In various cultures and time periods, spiritual leaders like prophets, religious figures, and even royalty with strong spiritual leanings have played influential roles in political decision-making and power structures. For example, the Pope's influence over the crowning of kings in Europe or the reverence given to the advice of religious leaders in ancient societies. Modern Examples and Perspectives: Social and Political Advocacy: Many spiritual leaders view their involvement in politics as an extension of their spiritual calling to promote justice, compassion, and the well-being of their communities. Examples: Martin Luther King Jr.: A Baptist minister who was a central figure in the American civil rights movement, using his faith to advocate for racial equality and justice. Desmond Tutu: An archbishop who used his platform to speak out against apartheid in South Africa. Marianne Williamson: A spiritual teacher and author who has run for political office and engages with political issues from a spiritual perspective. Balancing Faith and Politics: Spiritual leaders who engage in politics often face challenges in navigating the balance between their spiritual mission and political advocacy, aiming to remain grounded in their values while addressing societal issues. Influence on Communities and Policy: Spiritual leaders can influence political discourse and policy by shaping social values, mobilizing communities, and advocating for issues aligned with their spiritual beliefs. They can also serve as intermediaries between political authorities and marginalized groups. The Spiritual is Political: Some views highlight the inherent connection between the spiritual and political realms, emphasizing that actions motivated by spiritual values can naturally lead to involvement in efforts to improve society. Challenges and Considerations: Separation of Church and State: Concerns arise about religious leaders' political involvement potentially blurring the lines between religion and government. Criticism: Some argue that religious leaders who take strong political stances risk alienating members of their communities who hold different views. Tax Exempt Status: Organizations with tax-exempt status, which often includes religious institutions, face legal restrictions on direct political campaigning. In conclusion, while navigating the complexities of their roles, spiritual masters and leaders continue to play a significant role in politics, driven by their spiritual beliefs and a desire to contribute to a more just and compassionate society." AI Marianne Williamson brings spirituality to politics Oct 13, 2015 — Marianne Williamson brings spirituality to politics — Harvard Gazette. ... For Marianne Williamson, politics is not only personal, it is spiritual. ... The Cali... Harvard Gazette SPIRITUAL LEADERS AND POLITICS: THE PERCEPTIONS ... Jun 17, 2019 — We seem to have forgotten that before time, spiritual leaders across the world have always been significant political figures. We seem to forget how King David ... Medium The Role of Religious Leaders in Political Advocacy Oct 31, 2024 — Many communities look to their spiritual leaders for guidance not just in matters of faith but also on social and political concerns. * A Historical Perspective... The Havok Journal

don't know...but there is that saying of "in the blink of an eye" depending upon how that eye is seeing. bringing up a tangent: the blink of an advanced or acute eye may see many earth years and events pass by more quickly than most humans would... (so who really knows the translation across scales for beings under different levels of universal law; and time)

I'd also add that there is really no "we", as in multiple and different variations of the eternal Self, thus just one Self in the many of us which are only apparent or relative we ('s) - which may be a party pooper for some who want to build up and keep their hard won separate identity. "We" could say we is used as a relatable manner of speaking, or a handle.

ok, then I'll raise you three absolutes

I'll see your bet and raise you two absolutes...

an iron fist (if needed) in a silk glove.... an indomitable will, wisdom and a heart of gold, these are also needed to deal with that which would corrupt or destroy the goodness mentioned by Brahma Viharas

true, and if we can't do the so called little things right then we we wont do big things well either...

I'd say the extreme reactionary denial or nixing of politics at this site is more or less baloney... the problem is not politics although how such is discussed can become so. There are aspects of "politics" in various forms in everything, including the air we breathe and the water we drink. (via environmental issues or through politics related to same carried out by mankind) There are politics of various forms in all religions and spiritual ways since mankind is involved. Religions and spiritual ways are not divorced from politics, their leaders and students need the ability to exist safely in this world which is not possible in a vacuum of non-politics among human beings. So I'd say its time to get real on the subject which is really covered/protected by the already existing site guidelines for interactions among members...thus the knee-jerking should stop if someone dares to bring up things that affect all of us...and which may be uncomfortable to some.

good point but I'm talking more about all of us and not just a few of us,