Tag Archives: Core Teaching of the Buddha

On Becoming

“You are not a living being — you are a living becoming.” This is a catchy New Agey kind of a thing to say. When people hear this saying they usually smile and get all excited. They are unaware that this … Continue reading

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How to Herd a Better Ox

The Buddha on Herding Oxen From the Dhammapada Stories Commentary This instruction was given by the Teacher while he was in residence at Alavi with reference to a certain lay disciple. For one day, as the Teacher seated in the … Continue reading

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