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0552 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, LII (Nalaka Sutta)
October 19, 2020 02:57Episode 0552 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, LII (Nalaka Sutta)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Reading & commentary on Nalaka Sutta, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Cosmic praise at Siddhartha Gautama's birth, and his later teaching to Nalaka, nephew of Atisa. Essentials of the recluse life, the 'highest-gradient' path to complete release, and 4 modes of patipada. Additional
0551 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXIX (Voice of the Self, p.22-26)
October 19, 2020 02:550551 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXIX (Voice of the Self, p.22-26)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.)Reading Chidakash Gita from Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri -- based on Voice of the Self, translated by M.P. Pandit, published by R. Gopinath Pai (Madras, 1962). Commentary on verses from pages 22-26. Clarifications from Pali Canon Theravadan Buddhism, the Ra Material (
0550 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, LI (Kokālika Sutta, II)
October 19, 2020 02:52Episode 0550 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, LI (Kokālika Sutta, II)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Completion of the reading & commentary on Kokālika Sutta, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Gautama's teaching to Kokālika, follower of Devadatta, regarding conduct that leads to the hell realms (Niraya), and conditions of experience therein. Additional perspectives from Hindu Yoga &
0549 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXVIII (Voice of the Self, p.19-22)
October 05, 2020 04:06Episode 0549 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXVIII (Voice of the Self, p.19-22)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio) Reading Chidakash Gita from Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri -- based on Voice of the Self, translated by M.P. Pandit, published by R. Gopinath Pai (Madras, 1962). Commentary on verses from pages 19-22. Clarifications from Pali Canon Theravadan Buddhism, the Ra
0548 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, L (Kokālika Sutta)
October 05, 2020 04:04Episode 0548 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, L (Kokālika Sutta)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.)Reading & commentary on the Kokālika Sutta, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Gautama's teaching to Kokālika, follower of Devadatta, regarding conduct that leads to the hell realms (Niraya), and conditions of experience therein. Additional perspectives from Hindu Yoga & Vedanta, the
0547 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXVII (Voice of the Self, p.17-19)
October 05, 2020 04:02Episode 0547 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXVII (Voice of the Self, p.17-19)(Click on the link above, or here, for audio) Reading Chidakash Gita from Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri -- based on Voice of the Self, translated by M.P. Pandit, published by R. Gopinath Pai (Madras, 1962). Commentary on verses from pages 17-19. Clarifications from alternate translations: Capt. M.U. Hatengi (Nitya
0546 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XLIX (Vāseṭṭha Sutta)
October 05, 2020 04:00Episode 0546 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XLIX (Vāseṭṭha Sutta)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.)Reading & commentary on the Vāseṭṭha Sutta (to Vāseṭṭha, the Brahmin), translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Gautama's teaching on what constitutes a true Brahmin, proper classification of human being, and various qualities of awakened mind & path-completion. Additional perspectives
0545 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXVI (Voice of the Self, p.15-17)
October 05, 2020 03:58Episode 0545 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXVI (Voice of the Self, p.15-17)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Reading Chidakash Gita from Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri -- based on Voice of the Self, translated by M.P. Pandit, published by R. Gopinath Pai (Madras, 1962). Commentary on verses from pages 15-17. Clarifications from alternate translations: Capt. M.U. Hatengi
0544 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XLVIII (Salla Sutta)
October 05, 2020 03:55Episode 0544 - Sutta Nipata, XLVIII (Salla Sutta)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.)Reading & commentary on the Salla Sutta ("the Arrow"), translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Gautama's teaching on the inevitability of death, and counsel for those grieving the loss of loved ones. Additional perspectives from Vedantic Brahminism, and the Law of One (L/L Ra Material) -- with various
0543 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXV (Voice of the Self, p.12-15)
September 07, 2020 04:09Episode 0543 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXV (Voice of the Self, p.12-15)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.)Reading Chidakash Gita from Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri -- based on Voice of the Self, translated by M.P. Pandit, published by R. Gopinath Pai (Madras, 1962). Commentary on verses from pages 12-15. Clarifications from alternate translations: Capt. M.U. Hatengi (
0542 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XLVII (Sela Sutta)
September 07, 2020 04:07Episode 0542 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XLVII (Sela Sutta)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.)Reading & commentary on the Sela Sutta ("to the Brahmin Sela"), translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Kaniya's sacrifice to and Sela's praise of Gautama, to determine the authenticity of his "Awakening." Additional perspectives from Vedantic Brahminism, and the Law of One (L/L Ra Material)
0541 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XLVI (Sabhiya Sutta #3)
September 07, 2020 04:05Episode 0541 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XLVI (Sabhiya Sutta #3)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.)Part 3 of reading & commentary on the Sabhiya Sutta ("to the Brahmin Sabhiya"), translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. 20 questions to Gautama on the nature of one perfectly spiritually attained. Qualities of final awakening and the goal of the Buddhist path. Additional perspectives
0540 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXIV (Voice of the Self, p.10-12)
September 07, 2020 04:03Episode 0540 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXIV (Voice of the Self, p.10-12)Z(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.)Reading Chidakash Gita from Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuribased on Voice of the Self, translated by M.P. Pandit, published by R. Gopinath Pai (Madras, 1962). Commentary on verses from pages 10-12. Carifications from alternate translations: Capt. M.U. Hatengi (Nitya
0539 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XLV (Sabhiya Sutta #2)
September 07, 2020 04:01Episode 0539 - Sutta Nipata, XLV (Sabhiya Sutta #2)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.)Part 2 of reading & commentary on the Sabhiya Sutta ("to the Brahmin Sabhiya"), translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. 20 questions to Gautama on the nature of one perfectly spiritually attained. Qualities of final awakening and the goal of the Buddhist path. Additional perspectives from Vedantic
0538 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXIII (Voice of Self, p.7-10)
August 24, 2020 23:09Episode 0538 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXIII (Voice of Self, p.7-10)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.)Reading the Chidakash Gita from Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri -- primarily based on Voice of the Self, translated by M.P. Pandit, published by R. Gopinath Pai (Madras, 1962). Etymology & analysis of the term, "Great Tribulation," and commentary on verses from pages 7-10.
0537 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XLIV (Sabhiya Sutta #1)
August 24, 2020 23:03Episode 0537 - Sutta Nipata, XLIV (Sabhiya Sutta #1)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.)Part 1 of reading & commentary on the Sabhiya Sutta (to the Brahmin Sabhiya), translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. 20 questions to Gautama on the nature of one perfectly spiritually attained. Qualities of final awakening and the goal of the Buddhist path.Additional perspectives from Vedantic
0536 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXII (Voice of Self, p.3-7)
August 24, 2020 22:58Episode 0536 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXII (Voice of Self, p.3-7)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.)Reading the Chidakash Gita from Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri -- primarily based on Voice of the Self, translated by M.P. Pandit, published R. Gopinath Pai (Madras,1962). Commentary on verses from pages 3-7.Carifications from alternate translations: Capt. M.U. Hatengi (The
0535 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XLIII (Māḷa Sutta)
August 24, 2020 22:55Episode 0535 - Sutta Nipata, XLIII (Māḷa Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Reading & commentary on the Mala Sutta (to the Brahmin Magha), translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. The nature & power of righteous giving (dana), signposts and indications of attainment and transformation, and Pali Canon views regarding the nature of spiritual path.Additional perspectives
0534 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXI (Voice of Self, p.1-12)
August 02, 2020 23:42Episode 0534 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, XXI (Voice of Self, p.1-12)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.)Reading and commentary on Chidakash Gita from Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri -- primarily based on Voice of the Self, translated by M.P. Pandit, published R. Gopinath Pai (Madras, 1962). Verses from pages 1-12. Carifications from alternate translations: Capt. M.U. Hatengi (
0533 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XLII (Sundarika Bhāradvāja Sutta, V)
August 02, 2020 23:40Episode 0533 - Sutta Nipata, XLII (Sundarika Bhāradvāja Sutta, V)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.)Part V and conclusion of extended commentary on the Sundarika Bharadvaja Sutta, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu -- with comparison between Theravadan Pali Buddha-Dhamma and Vedantic-Upanishadic principles of theory, practice & the goal of spiritual-path transformation. Pali
0532 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XX (Voice of the Self)
August 02, 2020 23:37Episode 0532 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, XX (Voice of the Self)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.)Reading and commentary on Chidakash Gita from Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri -- based on translations of Capt. M.U. Hatengi (The Nitya Sutras) and Sri M. P. Pandit (Voice of the Self). Comparisons of the two versions, with additional material from Pali Canon Buddhism and The Ra Material
0531- TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXXXI (Sundarika Bhāradvāja Sutta, IV)
August 02, 2020 23:34Episode 0531- TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXXXI (Sundarika Bhāradvāja Sutta, IV)(Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Part IV of extended commentary on the Sundarika Bharadvaja Sutta, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu -- with comparison between Theravadan Pali Buddha-Dhamma and Vedantic-Upanishadic principles of theory, practice & the goal of spiritual path transformation. Pali Canon
0530 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XIX (Chidakash Gita, 1-16)
August 02, 2020 23:31Episode 0530 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, XIX (Chidakash Gita, 1-16) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Reading and commentary on the complete Chidakash Gita verses of Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri, based on the translation & standard ordering of Capt. M.U. Hatengi. A brief introduction to the work, and verses 1-16. Doctrinal differences and the relativity of
0529 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXXX (Sundarika Bhāradvāja Sutta, III)
July 17, 2020 23:36Episode 0529 - Sutta Nipata, XXXX (Sundarika Bhāradvāja Sutta, III) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Part III of extended commentary on the Sundarika Bharadvaja Sutta, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu -- with comparison between Theravadan Pali Buddha-Dhamma and some Brahman principles of theory & practice. NOTE: "SnA" (as a basis for sutta commentary) was mistakenly
0528 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XVIII (Sky of the Heart, IV)
July 17, 2020 23:26Episode 0528 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, XVIII (Sky of the Heart, IV) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) The Life of Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri, based on the complete text of "Sky of The Heart: Jewels of Wisdom From Nityananda" compiled by M.U. Hatengi & Swami Chetanananda (Rudra Press). Completing the reading of the chapter-section: "The Process of Liberation."
0527 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXXIX (Sundarika Bhāradvāja Sutta, II)
July 17, 2020 23:24Episode 0527 - Sutta Nipata, XXXIX (Sundarika Bhāradvāja Sutta, II) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Part II of extended commentary on the Sundarika Bharadvaja Sutta, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu -- with comparison between Theravadan Pali Buddha-Dhamma and some Brahman principles of theory & practice. NOTE: "SnA" (as a basis for sutta commentary) was mistakenly
0526 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XVII (Sky of the Heart, III)
July 06, 2020 23:03Episode 0526 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, XVII (Sky of the Heart, III) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) The Life of Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri, based on the complete text of "Sky of The Heart: Jewels of Wisdom From Nityananda" compiled by M.U. Hatengi & Swami Chetanananda (Rudra Press). Reading URL/page section: "The Process of Liberation." Theory and practice of
0525 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXXVIII (Sundarika Bharadvaja Sutta, I)
July 06, 2020 23:02Episode 0525 - Sutta Nipata, XXXVIII (Sundarika Bharadvaja Sutta, I) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Part I of an extended commentary on the Sundarika Bharadvaja Sutta, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu -- with comparison between Theravadan Pali Buddha-Dhamma and some Brahman principles of theory & practice. NOTE: "SnA" (as a basis for sutta commentary) is
0524 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XVI (Sky of the Heart, II)
July 06, 2020 23:00Episode 0524 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, XVI (Sky of the Heart, II) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) The Life of Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri, based on the complete text of "Sky of The Heart: Jewels of Wisdom From Nityananda" compiled by M.U. Hatengi & Swami Chetanananda (Rudra Press). Reading URL/page section: "The Nature of the Individual." Vedantic Yoga
0523 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXXVII (Subhasita Sutta)
July 06, 2020 22:58Episode 0523 - Sutta Nipata, XXXVII (Subhasita Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Final review of the Five Faculties (Panca Indriya) & their use in returning to mind-balance from bipolar conditions. Commentary on the Subhasita Sutta ("Well-Spoken," translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu), with remarks on the theory & practice of Right Speech. Kamma and levels of
0522 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XV (Sky of the Heart, I)
July 06, 2020 22:56Episode 0522 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, XV (Sky of the Heart, I) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) The Life of Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri, based on the complete text of "Sky of The Heart: Jewels of Wisdom From Nityananda" compiled by M.U. Hatengi & Swami Chetanananda (Rudra Press). Reading URL/page section: "The Nature of the Absolute." Vedantic cosmology,
0521 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXXVI (Padhana Sutta, IV)
July 06, 2020 22:52Episode 0521 - Sutta Nipata, XXXVI (Padhana Sutta, IV) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Part IV commentary and final remarks on the Padhana Sutta, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Mara approaches Gautama to prevent his efforts toward complete and perfectenlightenment. 4 forms of Right Effort (exertion) and use of the 7 Factors of Enlightenment for excess/deficiency
0520 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XIV (Remembering Master, II)
July 06, 2020 22:51Episode 0520 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, XIV (Remembering Master, II) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) The Life of Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri, based on the complete text of "Nityananda: In Divine Presence" compiled by M.U. Hatengi & Swami Chetanananda (Rudra Press). Reading chapter 20: Remembering the Master, II. Serving devotees, revealing universal principles,
0519 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXXV (Padhana Sutta, III)
July 06, 2020 22:49Episode 0519 - Sutta Nipata, XXXV (Padhana Sutta, III) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Part III commentary on the Padhana Sutta, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Mara approaches Gautama to prevent his efforts toward complete and perfect enlightenment. 4 forms of Right Effort (exertion), and the means of working through mental-emotional 'bipolarity' (excess &
0518 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XIII (Remembering Master, I)
July 06, 2020 03:04Episode 0518 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, XIII (Remembering Master, I) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) The Life of Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri, based on the complete text of "Nityananda: In Divine Presence" compiled by M.U. Hatengi & Swami Chetanananda (Rudra Press). Reading chapter 19: Remembering the Master, I. Serving devotees, revealing universal principles,
0517 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXXIV (Padhana Sutta, II)
June 08, 2020 02:57Episode 0517 - Sutta Nipata, XXXIV (Padhana Sutta, II) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Part II commentary on the Padhana Sutta, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Mara approaches Gautama to prevent his efforts toward complete and perfect enlightenment. Right effort & the means of working through personal desires toward single-minded spiritualseeking. Backstory to
0516 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XII
June 08, 2020 02:56Episode 0516 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, XII (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) The Life of Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri, based on the complete text of "Nityananda: In Divine Presence" compiled by M.U. Hatengi & Swami Chetanananda (Rudra Press). Reading chapter 18: Afterword. Serving devotees, revealing universal principles, and core path teaching by direct action &
0515 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXXIII (Padhana Sutta)
June 08, 2020 02:54Episode 0515 - Sutta Nipata, XXXIII (Padhana Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Commentary on Padhana Sutta, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Mara approaches Gautama to prevent his efforts toward complete and perfect enlightenment. Right effort & the means of working through personal desires toward single-minded spiritual seeking. Backstory to the sutta, and
0514 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, XI (August 8, 1961)
May 25, 2020 04:06Episode 0514 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, XI (August 8, 1961) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) The Life of Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri, based on the complete text of "Nityananda: In Divine Presence" compiled by M.U. Hatengi & Swami Chetanananda (Rudra Press). Reading chapter 17: Nityananda's Passing, II (August 8, 1961). Serving devotees, revealing universal
0513 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata XXXII (Pabbajja Sutta)
May 25, 2020 04:04Episode 0513 - Sutta Nipata XXXII (Pabbajja Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Commentary on Pabbajja Sutta, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. King Bimbisara meets Gautama before his enlightenment, and recognizes his many special qualities. * Sutta Nipata (Overview): https://www.accesstoinsight.org/tipitaka/kn/snp/index.html * Pabbajja Sutta (historical-academic
0512 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, X (August 8, 1961)
May 25, 2020 04:02Episode 0512 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, X (August 8, 1961) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) The Life of Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri, based on the complete text of "Nityananda: In Divine Presence" compiled by M.U. Hatengi & Swami Chetanananda (Rudra Press). Reading chapter 16: Nityananda's Passing (August 8, 1961). Serving devotees, revealing universal
0511 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXXI (Dhammika Sutta)
May 25, 2020 03:59Episode 0511 - Sutta Nipata, XXXI (Dhammika Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Commentary on Dhammika Sutta, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu and John Ireland. Buddhist "9 Precepts" from Great Chronicle of the Buddhas (Ven. Mingun Sayadaw), and the work of directional metta cultivation. Observance of 5, 8 & 10 precepts vs. cultivation of metta and the Four
0510 - INTERVIEW: With Christine Yole...
May 25, 2020 03:55Episode 0510 - INTERVIEW: With Christine Yole (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) A short interview with Christine Yole -- discussing current events, world service,collective/personal process & planetary evolution. The current time of great change, upheavaland personal dismay -- and some of the essentials of love/wisdom balance in self-care &helping others. *
0509 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXX (Samma Paribbajaniya Sutta, II)
May 08, 2020 20:40Episode 0509 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXX (Samma Paribbajaniya Sutta, II) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Part II of commentary on Samma Paribbajaniya Sutta, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. The Mahasamaya sutta backstory from Great Chronicle of the Buddhas (Ven. Mingun Sayadaw),with additional overview from Ven. Mahasi Sayadaw. Core elements and teachings of the Buddhist
0508 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, IX (1950-1961, #2)
May 08, 2020 20:38Episode 0508 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, IX (1950-1961, #2) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) The Life of Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri, based on the complete text of "Nityananda: In Divine Presence" compiled by M.U. Hatengi & Swami Chetanananda (Rudra Press). Reading chapter 15: The New Ashram At Kailas (1950-1961). Serving devotees, revealing universal principles,
0507 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXIX (Samma Paribbajaniya Sutta, I)
May 08, 2020 20:36Episode 0507 - Sutta Nipata, XXIX (Samma Paribbajaniya Sutta, I) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Part I of commentary on the Samma Paribbajaniya Sutta, with translation by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. The Mahasamaya backstory to the sutta from Great Chronicle of the Buddhas (Ven. Mingun Sayadaw) with added commentary from Ven. Mahasi Sayadaw. Buddhist cosmology &
0506 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, VIII (1950-1961)
May 08, 2020 20:33Episode 0506 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, VIII (1950-1961) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) The Life of Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri, based on the complete text of "Nityananda: In Divine Presence" compiled by M.U. Hatengi and Swami Chetanananda (Rudra Press). Reading through chapters 13 and 14: The Old Ashram: Part II, 1950-1956; and The New Ashram at Kailas, 1956-1961.
0505 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXVIII (Vangisa Sutta)
May 08, 2020 20:31Episode 0505 - Sutta Nipata, XXVIII (Vangisa Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended comments on the Vangisa Sutta, with translation by Thanissaro Bhikkhu -- including a backstory to the lifetimes, learning & songs of Vangisa. The use of magical powers (siddhi) for fame & fortune, and the inevitable loss of relationships as we progress along the spiritual
0504 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, VII (1936-1956)
May 08, 2020 20:28Episode 0504 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, VII (1936-1956) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) The Life of Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri, based on the complete text of "Nityananda: In Divine Presence" compiled by M.U. Hatengi and Swami Chetanananda (Rudra Press). Reading through chapters 11 and 12: The Old Ashram: Part III, 1936-1950; The Old Ashram, 1950-1956. Serving devotees,
0503 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXVII (Rahula Sutta, II)
May 08, 2020 20:23Episode 0503 - Sutta Nipata, XXVII (Rahula Sutta, II) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Final comments on the Rahula Sutta, with translation by Thanissaro Bhikkhu -- including key Buddha-Dhamma principles from the two additional suttas given to Rahula (Ambalatthika-Rahulovada & Maha Rahulovada Suttas). Meticulous Buddhist self-training: seeing the danger of lies &