Keith108 Posted May 11 On 5/10/2025 at 5:28 PM, Cadcam said: I think there is a particular something within each of us that is uniquely you. It's the combination of parts and pieces that results in a voice that emanates from the mind. It's made up of our voice, our experiences, our impulses and choices. Sure seems that way! The Buddha taught the 5 aggregates of clinging (skandhas) are: form, feelings, perceptions, impulses, and consciousness. The Heart Sutra says: No form, feeling, perception, impulses, or consciousness. Which one is correct? If the voice is lost, then what? If we both look at the moon, are we experiencing the same thing? What is this “mind”, from which these things emanate? Not knowing is most intimate. Jizo asked Hogen, “Where are you going, senior monk?” Hogen said, “I am on pilgrimage, wandering with the wind.” Jizo said, “What are you on pilgrimage for?” Hogen said, “I don’t know.” Jizo said, “Non-knowing is most intimate.” Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stirling Posted May 12 2 hours ago, Lairg said: At the risk of offending: - How is it that the spiritual practices commonly used do not unveil the cosmic layers of what humans call Self? All layers, levels, attainments, etc. only exist in the thinking mind. If you TRULY realize based on Wisdom/prajnaparamita that all distinctions are mental constructs, you are liberated. Quote There is one Dharma, not many; distinctions arise from the clinging needs of the ignorant. To seek Mind with discriminating mind is the greatest of all mistakes. - Seng T'san, Hsin Hsing Ming 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
