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59 - "Escape Into Discomfort" - A discussion with Shinzen Young

Secular Buddhism

CHAPTER

The Second Noble Truth: Understanding the Cause of Suffering

In this chapter, the speaker addresses a question from a listener regarding the second noble truth in Buddhism. They discuss the concept of craving as the cause of suffering, the importance of understanding original terms in Buddhism, and the recommendation to study the Pali Canon for a deeper understanding of the four noble truths.

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