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Part 1: Navigating Nirvana: An Overview Of Classical & Zen Buddhism

Jan 25, 2022
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ANECDOTE

Marica's Buddhist Journey

  • Marica Montenegro spent over 20 years in the New Age, engaging deeply with astrology and Eastern religions.
  • She practiced Tibetan and Zen Buddhism, integrating meditation and Buddhist thinking into her worldview.
INSIGHT

Buddha's Historical Uncertainty

  • Historical evidence for Buddha's existence is limited and largely based on oral traditions.
  • Stories about Buddha may be mythological, and Buddhism arose as a reform movement within Hinduism.
INSIGHT

Subjective Knowledge in Eastern Religions

  • Eastern religions prioritize subjective knowledge passed from teacher to teacher rather than objective documentation.
  • This explains the oral tradition focus and diverse teachings within Eastern faiths.
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