Diggin' the Dharma Miracles, Mindfulness and What the Buddha Said
Dec 10, 2023
Delving into the concept of miracles and their connection to mindfulness in Buddhism, discussing examples of miraculous occurrences in early texts, exploring the transformative power of mindfulness, highlighting the importance of recognizing the miracles in everyday life, expressing gratitude to listeners and discussing the importance of generosity.
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Miracles Versus Practice
- Doug and John distinguish secular practice from literal supernatural miracles while acknowledging traditional Buddhist miracle claims.
- The hosts note early texts include extraordinary powers but these are not central to the Dharma's purpose.
The Buddha’s Real Miracle
- The Buddha reportedly had supernatural abilities but refused to use magic to attract followers and emphasized teaching the Dharma.
- He reframed the real miracle as the transformative power of the Dharma itself.
Try The Dharma For Yourself
- Try the teachings for yourself and evaluate their effect instead of chasing spectacular signs.
- If a method doesn’t work for you, let it go and continue practicing what does.