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256 - Do Your Own Practice: Spiritual Translation Versus Transformation
Episode 256

256 - Do Your Own Practice: Spiritual Translation Versus Transformation

The Zen Studies Podcast

December 17, 202331m 18s

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Show Notes

One way to frame our practice is to say it has a "translation" aspect and a "transformation" aspect. Translation means to apply Buddhist teachings and practice to our life to free self and other from suffering, and live with greater wisdom and compassion. Transformation means to seek transcendence of the self and all of its limited views through a relentless process of inquiry, for the sake of an even more profound and stable liberation. I discuss how each aspect is valuable, how they differ, and clarifying what you want out of your own spiritual path.