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Buddhist Geeks

The Vimalakīrti Sūtra with Kenneth Folk

Aug 22, 2023
01:00:40
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Pragmatic Dharma teacher Kenneth Folk shares his understanding of the Vimalakīrti Sūtra, a Mahayana Buddhist text exploring enlightenment. Topics include the concept of the ten directions, qualities of profoundly developed individuals, the Bodhisattva's wisdom and compassionate healing, exploring transcendental powers, mythical beings and perception of purity, and attaining enlightenment through perceiving problems.
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  • The Vimalakirti Sutra is described as a 'magical spell' that evokes different perspectives and understandings.
  • The goddess in the Vimalakirti Sutra challenges fixed concepts and emphasizes the importance of attaining a mind free from discrimination.

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Immersive trainings led by Buddhist Geeks teachers

Buddhist Geeks offers immersive trainings on pragmatic Dharma and the realization process. The pragmatic Dharma training, led by Vince Horn and Kenneth Folk, focuses on developing contemplative excellence. The realization process training, guided by Ryan Olke, explores an embodied non-dual approach to awakening. Both trainings meet regularly and provide guided practice sessions.

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