From Limited Mind and Body to Our True (No) Self

Abstract: Our previous article sheds some light on to the nature of our human consciousness, the subtle meditative states one can attain and the final termination layer of our human mind. All these states, are witnessed through meditation as deep mental absorptions/samadhis. The nature of this termination layer really depends on the spiritual trajectory of the individual and their level of realization. Most of the time, the advanced practitioners from the Buddhist path go through this matrix/mirror-like state where our mind or awareness finally arrives to its own projection, that creates its own narratives, or rather illusions. Practitioners from other trajectories may have similar stories to share. However, at this mirror-like state, one starts to question everything he/she had witnessed so far; all the meditative experiences, signs, symbols and even the so-called past-life information. Whether they are based on our accumulated data supporting our belief system or whether is it absolu...

Abstract: Many of us are familiar with the movie called 'The Matrix,' which was released in 1999. Directed by the Wachowskis, it is a groundbreaking science fiction film that feels remarkably relevant to our current reality. The story follows Thomas Anderson, a computer hacker who discovers that the reality he perceives is a simulated construct created by sentient machines to subjugate humanity. Surprisingly if you are a spiritual practitioner on the bodhisattva path, you may find yourself navigating a similarly strange and unfamiliar territory at a certain stage of your spiritual evolution. Many ascended masters throughout history have faced challenges during this phase of their journey, but Gautham Buddha stands out as he was the only master to completely transcend the Matrix control system in its entirety. One could say this is the real evil of this world. All Buddhist masters who followed the footsteps of Gautham Buddha are enemies to this control system and this post speak...

Abstract: In many occasions we see that, Mahayanists are liberal towards other faiths, spiritual traditions and religious beliefs. This may be seen as a "weakness" by some other Buddhist traditions and extreme views. Had it not been for Mahayana philosophy, Buddhism would not have really flourished in the West. The reasons for the survival of Buddhism include its philosophical depth, creativity, compassion, wisdom and the life long dedication of old masters. Where do these qualities such as liberty, innocence and creativity come from ?  Fig. 1: HH Dalai Lama enjoying the visit at  St Stephen’s Cathedral   Many westerners who practice Buddhism, especially the Tibetan version, may try to cultivate the qualities of impartiality just because HH Dalai Lama demonstrates it. Or because their root guru or lineage masters recommend it. Is this mere a display of act to win favor of people and politicians ? Should we do the same following their footsteps ? Or is there a partic...

Abstract: The general belief is that there is no space for Intellectuals, Philosophers or Radicals to express themselves, their revolutionary ideas in a religious arena. However certain religious traditions welcome such people. i.e. Buddhism has produced such extraordinary philosophers in the past. And they represent themselves as free thinkers within this tradition. The freedom and the depth they held attracted both wise as well as enemies. Even today, Hinayana Buddhists do not accept the teachings of great philosophers such as Nagarjuna, Vasubandhu and Asanga. This story is about the greatest non-dualist who ever appeared on the earth, Nagarjunapada.     Fig. 1: Nagarjuna and Aryadeva Working on Madhyamaka Philosophy Studies Mahayanists (and the practitioners of this lineage) consider Nagarjunapada as the second Buddha whose wisdom and intellect is more or less comparable to Gautham Buddha's. In my opinion, Gautham Buddha cannot be understood without studying all...

Abstract:  There are different religious and non-religious ideas on the creation of the universe. When did it occur? Science is yet unable to trace back the origin of creation. Time to time, science unravels mysteries of earth with physical evidence. i.e. Dinosaur Fossils. After each revelation, the definition of the ages and pre-historical periods change repeatedly. Any attempt to discover the beginning and the end of the creation has only been futile. Then how should we look at the creation ? This article brings you wisdom on that. Indian traditions present an explanation for the creation of this universe, quite in a similar manner to the Abrahamic religious beliefs. According to Buddhist cosmology, the dawn was full of darkness, and there was just one mass of water. The Earth (referred to as savory Earth) then expanded over the waters, and the mixture of earth and water turned into an edible substance that tasted like pure wild honey, of the color of fine ghee, and smelled like ...

Abstract: Our spiritual lineage originated from the incarnated, enlightened master D. A. Jayasuriya, from Sri Lanka. The "divine incarnation" is the spiritual attainment one can reach and embody the highest truth in physical reality at the same time. This page walks you through his life story, his unique enlightenment experience, the establishment of this crystal pure lineage, meditation practices, and its relation to other spiritual traditions. D. A. Jayasuriya ( Sinhala : ඩී. ඒ. ජයසූරිය ; born 12 March 1919 - 19 January 1990), known by the honorific titles Jayasuriya Uthumano, Bhava Guru, Suriya Budhun (Sun Buddha), Guru of All Gurus, was a Sri Lankan enlightened master, Guru, a divine incarnation and a proponent of  spirituality . Upon attaining the final stage of enlightenment in 1973, he began teaching  meditation  in Sri Lanka from 1975 and established the  Universal Mind Training Centre  near  Kodapalu Hill ,  Alawwa  in 1976 to further car...