An introduction to my use of the word transcendence to encapsulate a path forwards for us, a higher consciousness chained to an evolutionary being.
Thoughts on truth and being
A large part of our world is created by our collective meaning. Meaning therefore is a discussion that, while difficult, is too important to ignore. While this may not be as coherent as I would like, if one line resonates with somebody, then that probably justifies the effort in writing it.
As one of the most influential books in our culture, and as part of my general interest in religion, I read the New Testament. Here are my thoughts.
Words sometimes contain worlds. Compassion is such a word, and it is one of great necessity and consequence to our species. This is a discussion of my journey with the word, and the complexities of realising it in life.
My thoughts on the concept of god
I wrote some musings about this force which is so deeply consequential in our society, and against my better judgement put it up here
The sun will set without thy assistance
— The Talmud
Sogyal Rinpoche
I didn't want to read this book. My sister asked me what I wanted for my birthday and I said "The Tibetan Book of the Dead", but also told her if it was the Tibetan Book of Living and Dying don't bother because that is a modern book. Something got lost in translation and thus I was presented with a copy of this book for my birthday. This was probably for the best. The main theme of this book is compassion. The first time I read it, I liked it, but it wasn't until the second time that I read...