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Old 03-31-2008, 03:46 AM   #172 (permalink)
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What is this Truth you speak of? I don't really see, based on your definition of 'deluded", how a person can not be to some level.
I am speaking of Absolute Truth about the fundamental nature of reality. They are logical Truths, as opposed to empirical "truths". Why do you think a person must be deluded about this to some extent?

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OK so who is the truth? and how do you know he is timeless and still and can we not learn something from this person?
It can be anyone who is enlightened about the true nature of Ultimate Reality, and lives in accord with it. He is timeless in that he realizes his own infinite nature and still in that his mind is solid as a rock whereas everyone else's mind is torn by desire and emotion. There is much we can learn from this person, but the greatest teacher of all is The Infinite from which all things came.

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OK I understand perfection is not attainable. How does one reconcile the practicalities of real life with enlightenment? I also understand that simply asking this question I am failing miserably when it comes to attaining enlightenment. edit thought about it; an answer would be "I have to follow my own path"?
We're always following our own path whether we want to or not. It's just a matter of choosing the path we take wisely. Why do you think perfection is not attainable, and why would it be difficult to reconcile the practicalities of life with enlightenment?
We are human with so many emotions and temptations but I think if we just try a little bit each day to be less and less selfish just trying everyday is a positive energy that benefits all. (LOL I never thought I would be saying that).
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