Talks With Scott Mandelker Podcast
855 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsSpiritual Teaching from Scott Mandelker, PhD
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0502 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, VI (1936-1950)
April 13, 2020 20:25Episode 0502 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, VI (1936-1950) (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 9 and 10: The Old Ashram: Part I, 1936-1950; The Old Ashram: Part II, 1936-1950. Serving
0501 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, XXVI (Rahula Sutta, I)
April 13, 2020 20:18Episode 0501 - Sutta Nipata, XXVI (Rahula Sutta, I) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Review & commentary on Rahula Sutta with translation by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. The story of Gautama & his son, and the ways of service to family and loved-ones. Rahula's character and karmic basis, and the essentials of graded teaching. The nature and consequences of spiritual
0500 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityanada, V (1925-1936)
April 13, 2020 04:08Episode 0500 - On Bhagawan Nityanada, V (1925-1936) (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 7 and 8: Kanhangad's Rock Ashram, 1925-1936; Ganeshpuri--The Beginning, 1936. Establishing
0499 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 25 (Utthana Sutta)
April 13, 2020 04:03Episode 0499 - Sutta Nipata, part 25 (Utthana Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Review & commentary on Utthana Sutta with translations by John D. Ireland and Thanissaro Bhikkhu. The importance of attentiveness, vigilance & initiative on the spiritual path -- heedfulness, balanced activity, and effort. From right view & understanding to a personal scale
0498 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, IV (1900-1936)
April 13, 2020 03:58Episode 0498 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, IV (1900-1936) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) S.Mandelker PhD: On Bhagawan Nityananda, IV (1918-1933) 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 III, IV & V: Discovery in
0497 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, III (1900-1936)
March 22, 2020 03:21Episode 0497 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, III (1900-1936) (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 I & II: the Early Years, 1900-1915; and South Kanara, 1915-1936. From birth to
0496 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 24 (Kimsila Sutta)
March 22, 2020 03:19Episode 0496 - Sutta Nipata, part 24 (Kimsila Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Review & commentary on Kimsila Sutta with translation by John D. Ireland and Thanissaro Bhikkhu. A suitable mindset in approaching the teacher or teaching seeking to learn & avoiding the obstructions to receptivity From the receptivity to learning & understanding, from
0495 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, II (Introductions)
March 22, 2020 03:17Episode 0495 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, II (Introductions) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Introduction to the Life of Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri, based on a biographies from "Nityananda: In Divine Presence" & "The Sky of The Heart: Jewels of Wisdom From Nityananda." Initial comments on Nityananda's life and presence from Swami Chetanananda & Captain M.U.
0494 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 23 (Nava Sutta)
March 22, 2020 03:15Episode 0494 - Sutta Nipata, part 23 (Nava Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Review & commentary on Nava Sutta with translation by John D. Ireland and Thanissaro Bhikkhu. The learned virtuous teacher & teaching on essential Dhamma as a sturdy boat to cross the waters. Discerning the core principles of self, path, universe, and goal. Body/mind/spirit
0493 - TALKS: On Bhagawan Nityananda, I (Life Overview)
March 22, 2020 03:13Episode 0493 - On Bhagawan Nityananda, I (Life Overview) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Introduction to the lifetime of Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri, based on a biography from CosmicHarmony.com. From mysterious birth to a fully conscious departure, the example of One who has completed the Path. Some principles of soul evolution as shown by his life: selfless
0492 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 22 (Brāhmaṇadhammika Sutta, II)
March 22, 2020 03:12Episode 0492 - Sutta Nipata, part 22 (Brāhmaṇadhammika Sutta, II) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Part II of review & commentary on Brāhmaṇadhammika Sutta with translation by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Comparison with Matthew 6 (NIV) & Yeshua's teachings on right conduct, motivation, and the true basis of spiritual "reward." The psychology & metaphysics of
0491 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 21 (Brāhmaṇadhammika Sutta, I)
March 22, 2020 03:10Episode 0491 - Sutta Nipata, part 21 (Brāhmaṇadhammika Sutta, I) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Part I of an extended review & commentary on Brāhmaṇadhammika Sutta with translation by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Sutta introduction and summary from "Suttanipata: An Ancient Collection of the Buddha's Discourses" by Bhikkhu Bodhi. Gautama's survey of the history of Brahmanism
0490 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 20 (Dhammacariya/Kapila Sutta)
March 22, 2020 03:07Episode 0490 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 20 (Dhammacariya/Kapila Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Part I of an extended review & commentary on Brahma?adhammika Sutta with translation by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Sutta introduction and summary from "Suttanipata: An Ancient Collection of the Buddha's Discourses" by Bhikkhu Bodhi. Gautama's survey of the history of
0489 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 19 (Suciloma Sutta)
February 17, 2020 03:57Episode 0489 - Sutta Nipata, part 19 (Suciloma Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended review & commentary on the Amagandha Sutta using the translation of Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Yogic views of Vegan-asfceticism diet as necessary for self-purification, vs. a Buddhist understanding that immorality is the true "rotting flesh stench" (amagandha). * Sutta Nipata (
0488 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapter 81; I,IV,V (Final)
February 17, 2020 03:54Episode 0488 - Tao Te Ching, Chapter 81; I,IV,V (Final) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Tao Te Ching reading chapters 81 & 1, 4, 5 (Waley & Lau) -- review of key principles of Tao Te Ching. Core elements of the Sagely Way in harmony with Tao Te, Heaven & Earth. Linkage between text-ending chapter 81 with text-start of chapters 1, 4 and 5. Taoist
0487 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 18 (Maha-Mangala Sutta 2)
February 17, 2020 03:00Episode 0487 - Sutta Nipata, part 18 (Maha-Mangala Sutta 2) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended review & commentary on the Maha-Mangala Sutta with translations by Narada Thera & Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Association of the term "mangala" with 'long term welfare and benefit.' Extended review of Bhikkhu Bodhi's PDF synopsis: the true nature of 'blessings:' the
0486 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapters 79-81
February 17, 2020 02:57Episode 0486 - Tao Te Ching, Chapters 79-81 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Tao Te Ching reading Chapters 69-71 (Waley & Lau) -- key principles of achieving balance amidst cycles of continual change & polarity, maintaining social order & seeking unity & freedom by harmony with the Way (akin to Heraclitus' Logos). Taoist philosophy in light of the Ra
0485 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 17 (Maha Mangala Sutta 1)
February 17, 2020 02:55Episode 0485 - Sutta Nipata, part 17 (Maha Mangala Sutta 1) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended review & commentary on the Maha-Mangala Sutta with translations by Narada Thera & Thanissaro Bhikkhu. The backstory to the sutta, meanings of the term "mangala," and review of the Theravadan "Paritta" (protective) suttas. Bhikkhu Bodhi's PDF synopsis: the true nature
0484 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapters 75-78
February 17, 2020 02:37Episode 0484 - Tao Te Ching, Chapters 75-78 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Tao Te Ching reading Chapters 75-78 (Waley & Lau) -- key principles of achieving balance amidst cycles of continual change & polarity, maintaining social order, seeking unity & freedom by harmony with the Way (akin to Heraclitus' Logos). Taoist philosophy in light of the Ra
0483 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapters 72-74
January 27, 2020 01:20Episode 0483 - Tao Te Ching, Chapters 72-74 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) S.Mandelker PhD: Tao Te Ching - Chapters LXXII, LXIII, LXIV Tao Te Ching reading Chapters 72-74 (Waley & Lau) -- key principles of achieving balance amidst cycles of continual change & polarity, maintaining social order & seeking unity & freedom by harmony with the Way (akin
0482 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 16 (Hiri Sutta)
January 27, 2020 01:18Episode 0482 - Sutta Nipata, part 16 (Hiri Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended review & commentary on the Hiri Sutta with translation by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Various definitions of the Pali terms "hiri" and "ottappa," and the basis of true friendship by wise restraint. Moral shame and dread, 'healthy guilt and shame,' and avoidance of what causes shame,
0481 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapters 69-71
January 27, 2020 01:15Episode 0481 - Tao Te Ching, Chapters 69-71 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Tao Te Ching reading Chapters 69-71 (Waley & Lau) -- key principles of achieving balance amidst cycles of continual change & polarity, maintaining social order & seeking unity & freedom by harmony with the Way (akin to Heraclitus' Logos). Taoist philosophy in light of the Ra
0480 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 15 (Amagandha Sutta)
January 27, 2020 01:13Episode 0480 - Sutta Nipata, part 15 (Amagandha Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended review & commentary on the Amagandha Sutta using the translation of Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Yogic views of Vegan-asceticism diet as necessary for self-purification, vs. a Buddhist understanding that immorality is the true "rotting flesh stench" (amagandha). * Sutta Nipata (
0479 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapters 66-68
January 13, 2020 06:22Episode 0479 - Tao Te Ching, Chapters 66-68 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Tao Te Ching reading Chapters 66-68 (Waley & Lau) -- key principles of achieving balance amidst cycles of continual change & polarity, maintaining social order & seeking unity & freedom by harmony with the Way (akin to Heraclitus' Logos). Taoist philosophy in light of the Ra
0478 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 14 (Ratana Sutta II)
January 13, 2020 04:03Episode 0478 - Sutta Nipata, part 14 (Ratana Sutta II) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended review & commentary on the Ratana (Treasures, Jewel) Sutta by translations by Piyadassi Thera & Thanissaro Bhikkhu. The story of Vesali, Gautama's response, and the essential supreme values of Buddha, Dhamma, Sangha (Tri - Ratana) for humans & devas in cosmic plan.
0477 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapters 63-65
December 30, 2019 03:56Episode 0477 - Tao Te Ching, Chapters 63-65 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Tao Te Ching reading Chapters 63-65 (Waley & Lau) -- key principles of achieving balance amidst cycles of continual change & polarity, maintaining social order & seeking unity & freedom by harmony with the Way (akin to Heraclitus' Logos). Taoist philosophy in light of the Ra Material,
0476 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 13 (Ratana Sutta)
December 30, 2019 03:54Episode 0476 - Sutta Nipata, part 13 (Ratana Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended review & commentary on the Ratana (Treasures, Jewel) Sutta by translations by Piyadassi Thera & Thanissaro Bhikkhu. The story of Vesali, Gautama's response, and the essential supreme value of Buddha, Dhamma, Sangha (Tri - Ratana) for humans & devas in our true
0475 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapters 60-62
December 30, 2019 03:52Episode 0475 - Tao Te Ching, Chapters 60-62 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Tao Te Ching reading Chapters 60-62 (Waley & Lau) -- key principles of achieving balance amidst cycles of continual change & polarity, maintaining social order & seeking unity & freedom by harmony with the Way (akin to Heraclitus' Logos). Taoist philosophy in light of the Ra Material
0474 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 12 (Muni Sutta)
December 30, 2019 03:02Episode 0474 - Sutta Nipata, part 12 (Muni Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended review & commentary on the Muni (The Sage) Sutta from translation by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Qualities of mind, spiritual achievements, and aspects of lifestyle of the fully perfected sage. * Sutta Nipata (Overview): https://www.accesstoinsight.org/tipitaka/kn/snp/index.html * Muni
0473 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 11 (Vijaya Sutta)
December 30, 2019 02:58Episode 0473 - Sutta Nipata, part 11 (Vijaya Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended review & commentary on the Karaniya Metta Sutta (Sutta on Loving-Kindness/Goodwill) based on translations of Piyadassi Thera & Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Selected comparisons with various teachings from the Ra Material, Taoism, Advaita Vedanta & Western Theosophy. Gautama's
0472 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapters 57-59
December 02, 2019 00:16Episode 0472 - Tao Te Ching, Chapters 57-59 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Tao Te Ching reading Chapters 57-59 (Waley & Lau) -- key principles of achieving balance amidst cycles of continual change & polarity, maintaining social order, and seeking unity & freedom through harmony with the Way (akin to Heraclitus' Logos). Taoist philosophy in light of the Ra
0471 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 10 (Alavaka Sutta)
December 02, 2019 00:12Episode 0471 - Sutta Nipata, part 10 (Alavaka Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended review & commentary on the Alavaka Sutta from two translations (Thanissaro Bhikkhu & Piyadassi Thera). Background information on the yakkha Alavaka and circumstances of the sutta. Gautama's teaching to Alavaka regarding proper conduct & mind purification
0470 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapters 54-56
November 22, 2019 03:42Episode 0470 - Tao Te Ching, Chapters 54-56 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Tao Te Ching reading Chapters 54-56 (Waley & Lau) -- key principles of achieving balance amidst cycles of continual change & polarity, maintaining social order, and seeking unity & freedom through harmony with the Way (akin to Heraclitus' Logos). Taoist philosophy in light of the Ra
0469 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 9 (Hemavata Sutta)
November 22, 2019 03:40Episode 0469 - Sutta Nipata, part 9 (Hemavata Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended review & commentary on Thanissaro Bhikkhu's translation of Hemavata Sutta, with discussion of the spirit-class of Yakkha (Sanskrit: Yaksha) beings by comparative cosmology. The ways of conduct in speech & behavior, and completed mind purification required for "crossing the
0468 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 7 (Vasala Sutta)
November 22, 2019 03:33Episode 0468 - Sutta Nipata, part 7 (Vasala Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended review & commentary on the Vasala Sutta (On Outcastes) based on translations of Piyadassi Thera & Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Gautama's moral reformuation of the basis of what constitutes a social outcaste -- a listing of the ethical faults of one who is an "outcaste." Rebirth based on moral
0468 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 8a (Karaniya Sutta - Goodwill)
November 22, 2019 03:33Episode 0468 - Sutta Nipata, part 8a (Karaniya Sutta - Goodwill) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended review & commentary on Thanissaro Bhikkhu's translation of the Pali word "Metta" as Goodwill. Review of the Karaniya Metta Sutta, with association to the Ra Material and 7-chakra theory. The nature of green-ray (4th chakra) love, personal usage of the term "
0467 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapters 51-53
November 22, 2019 03:31Episode 0467 - Tao Te Ching, Chapters 51-53 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Tao Te Ching reading Chapters 51-53 (Waley & Lau) -- key principles of achieving balance amidst cycles of continual change & polarity, maintaining social order, and seeking unity & freedom through harmony with the Way (akin to Heraclitus' Logos). Taoist philosophy in light of the Ra
0466 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapters 48-50
November 22, 2019 03:29Episode 0466 - Tao Te Ching, Chapters 48-50 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Tao Te Ching reading Chapters 48-50 (Waley & Lau) -- key principles of achieving balance amidst cycles of continual change & polarity, maintaining social order, and seeking unity & freedom through harmony with the Way (akin to Heraclitus' Logos). Taoist philosophy in light of the Ra
0465 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 8 (Karaniya Sutta - Goodwill)
November 22, 2019 03:26Episode 0465 - Sutta Nipata, part 8 (Karaniya Sutta - Goodwill) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended review & commentary on the Karaniya Metta Sutta (Sutta on Loving-Kindness/Goodwill) based on translations of Piyadassi Thera & Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Selected comparisons with various teachings from the Ra Material, Taoism, Advaita Vedanta & Western Theosophy.
0464 - TALKS: On "Good Thoughs" & James Allen
November 04, 2019 02:48Episode 0464 - On "Good Thoughs" & James Allen (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended commentary on the Parliament-Funkadelic song, "Good Thoughts, Bad Thoughts" (1974) in relation to teachings from the book, "As a Man Thinketh" (1903). The power of mind & thought in personal life-creation, the interplay with past-lives' karmic carry-through, deep mind self-image, core beliefs
0464 - TALKS: On "Good Thoughts" & James Allen
November 04, 2019 02:48Episode 0464 - On "Good Thoughts" & James Allen (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended commentary on the Parliament-Funkadelic song, "Good Thoughts, Bad Thoughts" (1974) in relation to teachings from the book, "As a Man Thinketh" (1903). The power of mind & thought in personal life-creation, the interplay with past-lives' karmic carry-through, deep mind self-image,
0463 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 7 (Vasala Sutta)
November 04, 2019 02:47Episode 0463 - Sutta Nipata, part 7 (Vasala Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended review & commentary on the Vasala Sutta (On Outcastes) based on translations of Piyadassi Thera & Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Gautama's moral reformuation of the basis of what constitutes a social outcaste -- a listing of the ethical faults of one who is an "outcaste." Rebirth
0462 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapters 45-47
November 04, 2019 02:44Episode 0462 - Tao Te Ching, Chapters 45-47 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Original YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CK8cHtW_rJA Tao Te Ching reading Chapters 45-47 (Waley & Lau) -- key principles of achieving balance amidst cycles of continual change & polarity, maintaining social order, and seeking unity & freedom through harmony with the
0461 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 6 (Parabhava Sutta)
November 04, 2019 02:42Episode 0461 - Sutta Nipata, part 6 (Parabhava Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Extended review & commentary on the Parabhava Sutta (On Decline or Downfall) based on translations of Piyadassi Thera & Thanissaro Bhikkhu. 12 major causal complexes leading to evolutionary downfall, suffering, and potential rebirth in lower realms. * Sutta Nipata (Overview):
0460 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapters 42-44
November 04, 2019 02:40Episode 0460 - Tao Te Ching, Chapters 42-44 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Tao Te Ching reading Chapters 42-44 (Waley & Lau) -- key principles of achieving balance amidst cycles of continual change & polarity, maintaining social order, and seeking unity & freedom through harmony with the Way (akin to Heraclitus' Logos). Taoist philosophy in light of the Ra
0459 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 5 (Cunda Sutta)
November 04, 2019 02:37Episode 0459 - Sutta Nipata, part 5 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Original Youtube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9whZKM3Mv4 Extended review & commentary on the Cunda Sutta ("To Cunda, the Smith") based on the translation of Thanissaro Bhikkhu. The 4 types of Buddhist contemplatives (aka spiritual seekers & Wanderers). Extended discussion and
0458 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapters 39-41
October 14, 2019 02:45Episode 0458 - Tao Te Ching, Chapters 39-41 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Original YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENAQNxsAs7c Tao Te Ching reading Chapters 39-41 (Waley & Lau) -- key principles of achieving balance amidst cycles of continual change & polarity, maintaining social order, and seeking unity & freedom through harmony with the Way (
0457 - TALKS: Sutta Nipata, part 4 (Kasi Bharadvaja Sutta)
October 14, 2019 02:43Episode 0457 - Sutta Nipata, part 4 (Kasi Bharadvaja Sutta) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Original YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMXvpG1eJeo Extended review & commentary on the Kasi Bharadvaja Sutta (Discourse to Bharadvaja the Farmer) based on the translations of Piyadassi Thera & Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Comparison with the New Testament Gospels' "
0456 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapters 36-38
October 14, 2019 02:41Episode 0456 - Tao Te Ching, Chapters 36-38 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Original YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMuW0d7I9-Q Tao Te Ching reading Chapters 36-38 (Waley & Lau) -- key principles of achieving balance amidst cycles of continual change & polarity, maintaining social order, and seeking unity & freedom through harmony with the Way (
0455 - TALKS: Tao Te Ching, Chapters 33-35
October 14, 2019 02:40Episode 0455 - Tao Te Ching, chapters 33-35 (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Original YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzWKLe4nnHc Tao Te Ching reading Chapters 33-35 (Waley & Lau) -- key principles of achieving balance amidst cycles of continual change & polarity, maintaining social order, and seeking unity & freedom through harmony with the Way (