Hello everybody,
I am a beginner buddhist, so to speak. I was raised Catholic, but it wasn't working out - so I studied many different philosophies and religions. Currently I would describe myself as part Agnostic Humanist, part Theravada Buddhist. I would really love to learn more about Buddhism to bring peace and happiness into my life. I joined this forum because I need some socialization with people that think like myself. In my community almost everyone has a capitalistic, selfish attitude towards life, and I feel like I can't relate with anyone. I can no longer enjoy the company of my old friends because they all are focused on: pleasure, un-noble actions, wasting time playing video games and watching TV, and I just can't stand it. I hope that I can find like-minded friends on these forums, and learn a lot!
Thanks,
Paxamo
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Greetings from NY, USA
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Greetings from NY, USA
by paxamo » Sat Nov 14, 2009 9:54 pm
"To know what is right and not to do it is the worst cowardice" - Confucius
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Re: Greetings from NY, USA
by Ben » Sat Nov 14, 2009 9:59 pm
Hi Paxamo
Welcome to Dhamma Wheel.
If you haven't already discovered it, you might like to bookmark the following site: http://www.accesstoinsight.org which is a valuable resource for readings on Theravada Buddhism.
Like you, many of our members practice on their own and surrounded by communities who are focused on materialistic fulfilment. You're among friends here!
Kind regards
Ben
Welcome to Dhamma Wheel.
If you haven't already discovered it, you might like to bookmark the following site: http://www.accesstoinsight.org which is a valuable resource for readings on Theravada Buddhism.
Like you, many of our members practice on their own and surrounded by communities who are focused on materialistic fulfilment. You're among friends here!
Kind regards
Ben
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Re: Greetings from NY, USA
by retrofuturist » Sat Nov 14, 2009 10:06 pm
Greetings Paxamo,
Welcome to Dhamma Wheel.
Metta,
Retro.
Welcome to Dhamma Wheel.
Metta,
Retro.
If you have asked me of the origination of unease, then I shall explain it to you in accordance with my understanding:
Whatever various forms of unease there are in the world, They originate founded in encumbering accumulation. (Pārāyanavagga)
'We should not congratulate someone on the success of their misdeeds, but on the contrary should endeavour to advise him or her to lead a more skilful and wholesome life. If such advice is ignored then we can only give up and let go' - Phra Panyapatipo
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Whatever various forms of unease there are in the world, They originate founded in encumbering accumulation. (Pārāyanavagga)
'We should not congratulate someone on the success of their misdeeds, but on the contrary should endeavour to advise him or her to lead a more skilful and wholesome life. If such advice is ignored then we can only give up and let go' - Phra Panyapatipo
Dharma Wheel (Mahayana / Vajrayana forum)
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Re: Greetings from NY, USA
by paxamo » Sun Nov 15, 2009 6:13 am
Thanks a lot guys! Thank you Ben especially, for the great website! I am sure that it will be quite useful!
"To know what is right and not to do it is the worst cowardice" - Confucius
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