Bunker @BunkerBTwo

@Suhani_Up32 Why so many pupils of Mahavira refugee under Tathatgat Buddha?

Two Marxist revolutionaries eventually went back to the fold of their respective religions. Both capitalized on Dalit student Rohit Vemula movement and never worked for social justice thereafter.

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Nilim Dutta @NilimDutta

3 weeks ago

A decade ago, many were fervent believers that @kanhaiyakumar and @Shehla_Rashid would save us from fascism. 🤣🤣🤣 The same people now thinks CJP and Neha Bora would.

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@BotPhilosophyQ A bad actor in a key position can undermine even the most effective systems

The biggest trap for Dalits in academia is the so-called “Left.” They feed you endless victimhood stories, to chain your mind to permanent inferiority. They do it to polish their own saviour image, not to give you real power. They will never save you. They can’t. They won’t.

🇱🇰 Sri Lanka has a rich tradition of Buddhist devotional songs known in Sinhala as Bhakti Gī, often sung during Vesak celebrations ☸️ This particular song honours Siddhārta the Bodhisattva, the Great Being. #SLnews #Colombo #Sinhala #Vesak

Sri Lankan Eye @SriLankanEye

a year ago

🇱🇰 Vesak Greetings 🪷🙏 #SLnews #Colombo #Sinhala #Vesak

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@dalitdiva Deeply sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Heartfelt sympathy. Jai Bheem

Sati - The Misguided Monk: The Truth About Consciousness ☸️ Dear Friends, There's a fascinating story in Mahatanhasankhaya Sutta (from The Majjhima Nikaya scripture of The Pali Canon). A monk named Sati had a strange belief about consciousness that went contrary to teachings of The Buddha. This monk supported a wrong view that consciousness was like a permanent soul or "Aatman", travelling unchanged from one life to the next. When Lord Buddha heard this, He called the monk to Him and corrected him, even calling him "Misguided man." Why? Because Sati's idea suggested something fixed and permanent, which goes against everything that Lord Buddha taught and thus against the foundational teachings of Buddhism. Consciousness, according to Buddhism, isn't a single, unchanging entity. It's more like a river - always flowing, changing moment to moment. It's a flowing process. Just like a candle flame that seems steady but is constantly burning new wax, consciousness arises and passes away with each new experience. Why does this matter? Because if we see consciousness clearly, we stop holding on to the illusion of a fixed and permanent self. We become more flexible, peaceful, and open. Now, I'm not sure if "The Misguided Man" continued to cling to the idea of consciousness as something permanent, but as Buddhist practitioners, we just watch it flow - ever-changing, ever-fresh. That's true wisdom. 🙂🙏 #Buddhism #Buddha #Buddhist #BooksWorthReading #Books #MindfulLiving #Mindfulness #Mindful #PaliCanon #Peace #Meditation #Meditate #Dhyana #Dharma #SPIRITUALJourney #SPIRITUAL #compassion #Kindness #Wisdom

Today, we pay our heartfelt tributes to Rohith Vemula on his Martyrdom Day, a brilliant scholar whose dreams were shattered by systemic casteism. Kanhaiya Kumar, Shehla Rashid and many others built their career by invoking his name but he didn't get justice yet.

@VikasSaraswat How did Dr Ambedkar think of converting to Islam in 20s when his conversion opinion was declared in 1935 Yeola Conference? In 1935 Dr Ambedkar declares conversion. In 1936 Dr Ambedkar declared that he does not promote conversions to Islam or Christianity. Such will be cheating.

Jongendranath Mandal belonged to Dr Ambedkar's political party ie Scheduled Caste Federation. Dr Ambedkar won the seat in Bengal by getting 7 votes, all from scheduled caste MLAs hence defeating badly Subhash Chandra Bose's brother Sarat who had strong support from ML.

SagasofBharat (talesbymiirabelle) @SagasofBharat

2 years ago

2. In 1946 a year after writing the Book exposing & criticizing Muslims so staunchly, Ambedkar was elected to the constituent assembly with the help of Muslim league. This is confirmed by his wife Savita Ambedkar herself.

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@JatakaTale @dailydosedhamma 💙

Noble Silence in Buddhism ☸️ What is the meaning of Noble Silence in Buddhism? Dear Friends, Noble Silence in Buddhism is more than just the absence of speech. It’s a practice of Deep Mindfulness, Restraint, and Wisdom. Let's look into this deeply. Noble Silence represents the Choice to refrain from engaging in unnecessary conversation or intellectual debates, allowing space for stillness, insight, and spiritual growth. This silence can be a profound tool for understanding the Mind, free from distractions. Shakyamuni Buddha’s Noble Silence is famously connected to The Fourteen Unanswerable Questions. When asked speculative questions like “Is the Universe Eternal?” or “Does the Self exist after Death?”, Shakyamuni Buddha chose Silence. His Silence was because these questions did not lead to the Cessation of Suffering. His focus was always on what is practical and liberating - on what ends Suffering, not on abstract theories. Secondly, in the context of Meditation, especially the Second Jhana, Noble Silence takes on a new meaning. As the Meditator progresses from the First Jhana (where applied and sustained thought are present) to the Second Jhana, these mental activities fade away, giving rise to Inner Silence. This State is marked by deep, unshaken joy and serenity, free from mental chatter, allowing for deeper concentration and peace. Practicing Noble Silence in everyday life encourages us to reflect before speaking and to observe our thoughts. Is our speech necessary? Is it helpful, or is it feeding into restlessness? This Mindfulness of Speech can lead to greater clarity and focus, both in meditation and in daily interactions. It’s like quieting a stormy sea - once the waves calm, the depths of the ocean are visible. Through practicing Noble Silence, we not only cultivate Inner Peace but also contribute to Outer Peace, allowing our interactions with others to be grounded in Wisdom and Compassion rather than Impulse. 🙏🙏🙏 #Buddhism #Buddha #Buddhist #MindfulLiving #Mindfulness #Mindful #Silence #NobleSilence #Peace #Meditation #Meditate #Dhyana #Dharma #SPIRITUALJourney #SPIRITUAL #compassion #Kindness #Wisdom #Tuesdayvibe #TuesdayPeace #Tuesday

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@JatakaTale 💙💙

@JatakaTale 💙

"Just sit in silence with your eyes closed. Focus on the breath. Give your mind a chance to correct itself." --- "Duduklah dalam keheningan dengan mata terpejam. Fokuslah pada napas. Beri kesempatan pada pikiran Anda untuk mengoreksi dirinya sendiri."

Buddhism’s Path to World Peace: More Than Just Wishful Thinking ☸️ In Today's World, with its rising number of Wars and regional conflicts, it often feels like we are standing on the edge of another global catastrophe, another World War. As tensions rise, the call for World Peace grows louder, but simply wishing for peace is not enough. As Buddhist practitioners, we are encouraged to look deeper - to work at Individual Levels, to Transform ourselves and, through that, help transform the world. The Buddha taught that Peace begins within the Mind of the individual. In times of crisis, we might feel powerless to make a difference. But Buddhism reminds us that cultivating Inner Peace through practices like Mindfulness and Meditation is the first step toward creating Outer Peace. Just as a calm lake reflects the sky clearly, a calm Mind reflects a peaceful heart, and that heart can influence those around. Mindfulness, for example, helps us to be aware of our thoughts and emotions. It teaches us to pause before reacting, which can prevent escalation in personal conflicts and, on a larger scale, foster understanding in global disputes. Compassion, too, is at the core of Buddhism. The Buddha's teachings urge us to extend Love and Understanding especially toward those we perceive as "enemies". If enough individuals are transformed to practice Compassion, peace can spread like ripples in a pond. The transformation of society, and then the World, therefore, begins with the transformation of the Individual. Instead of thinking we are too small to create change, we should remember that every drop of water contributes to filling the ocean. In short, the Buddhist approach to World Peace is not about grand gestures or revolutions etc. but about steady, personal change and Individual Transformation. Each one of us has the power to contribute to a more peaceful world through Mindfulness, Compassion, and inner transformation. Together, we can lay the foundation for a humanity rooted in understanding and kindness. 🙏🙏 #Buddhism #Buddha #Buddhist #WorldPeace #InnerPeace #PeaceForTheWorld #Mindfulness #MindfulLiving #Mindful #SPIRITUAL #Compassion #Meditation #Meditate #BuddhaTeachings #Thursdayvibes #Thursdaymorning #Thursday

@nethrapal The Nobel prize committee rejected his name coz they found he was equally racist with blacks as whites. His fight in South Africa was to make separate counters and jail cells for brown skin. It wasn't a fight against racism. In his letters to govt he referred blacks as kaffirs.

@JatakaTale AoC by Dr. B R Ambedkar

Namo Tassa Bhagwato Arhato Samma Samm Buddhasa☸💐