Bob Thurman Podcast: Buddhas Have More Fun! Understanding Karma & Causality in Vajrayana: Buddhism 101 – Ep. 313
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Dec 7, 2022 Dive into the depth of karma and causality in Tibetan Buddhism. Discover the philosophical intricacies of existence, perception, and consciousness. Explore selflessness and extreme generosity in the contrasts between Buddhism and Hinduism. Uncover the genuine pursuit of happiness amidst worldly dissatisfaction and the importance of self-compassion. Highlight the interconnection between individual and collective liberation, advocating for personal enlightenment as the key to universal freedom.
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Karma and Control
- In Tibetan Buddhism, no one has complete control nor are they fully subordinate.
- Karma, or the causality of actions, determines one's current and future state.
Idolatry
- Idolatry is mistaking a constructed image for ultimate reality.
- True idolatry is using rituals to justify bad behavior, not the images themselves.
The Illusion of Here and Now
- There's no such thing as "here" and "now" in absolute terms.
- The present moment exists only when we don't actively search for it.