Self State Transcendence

by Peter Carlson | Oct 23, 2014 | Listen to Dharma Talks

During this talk, Peter reviewed the Four Noble Truths, emphasizing the ultimate development of the Noble Eightfold Path, Right Knowledge and Right Release, the transformation of Right Understanding and Right Intention from concept to direct realization.  This practice moves from “self state conflict” (the five hindrances) through “self state integration” toward awakening as the seven awakening factors mature through mindfulness practices.   He emphasized that awakening is a process, not an identifiable “state” of being.  He quoted extensively from an article posted by Gil Fronsdal on the “Tenfold Path” to illustrate the process.

Here are the notes from the evening’s discussion:  SELF STATE TRANSCENDENCE

Next week’s discussion will focus on the process of awakening, reviewing various traditional descriptions of awakening, with an emphasis on what are called “the progressions of insight”.

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