Temple of the Immovable (Dampa Zangpo)

Atheists will re-emerge as pretas once they hit the Bardo

Small breakdown of Vajrapani and the concept of Niō Zen.

Sticking to the Vajrapani and Greco-Buddhism theme. https://youtu.be/WwYIFjzQsOg?si=z7bw73yhNV3zHWEB

Less of a bell curve, more of a progression chart.

Though I don't align with any modern political paradigm. This sums up my approach and understanding rather well. Should be a stance more learn about and adopt. https://youtu.be/jb7QSY89y1A?si=XBw5C-Fc8K4pOut8

This is one of the best videos out there regarding deeper Buddhist cosmology and metaphysics but summarized in a way that even a novice, especially those of a Western understanding or spiritual background, can comprehend. While it may take more than one viewing I think this is a very important message for Buddhists and those who really want to learn a core aspect of Mahayana and Vajrayana. While some may say that this information or approach is too complicated for general understanding, I feel that in this Era / Yuga etc, we need to implement skillful means and sometimes that means being the most direct with certain information, especially if it dispels improper understanding or illusion. I think Vajrayana is the best vehicle for this age and the best to accomplish that. And I think understanding the Trikāya as well is an important aspect of that. https://youtu.be/uwTwO2f3igw?si=X0ycedEWDkJFsZnx

"[...] the god Indra, who was an emanation of a bodhisattva, appeared in front of the buddha and offered him a white conch shell with its spiral going clockwise as an offering to encourage the Buddha to teach." ~ Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche, Medicine Buddha Teachings

Some Inspiring Vedic-themed Artwork.

Not really down for the Islamic part of the ZenSunni or Budhalla concept from Frank Herbert's Dune. However, I have on good authority (word of mouth, reading his works, divine providence) that Frank was more Buddhist leading than not. Either way, these go hard AF!

Personal Buddhism Guide So, I had a follower ask me about Vajrayana and the general path in it. At least in my experience and methods. I wanted to provide good guidance on how I see and have approached Vajrayana Buddhism. (I understand this isn’t for everyone or the path everyone is recommended to take) I'm going to start by saying that I am a Vajrayana Buddhist of the Japanese flavor and traditions but only recently have been initiated into Tibetan and starting down that route as well. I'm going to assume those reading this know the basics of Indo-European-based Paganism, Dharmic faiths, and Buddhism itself. I will suggest books, though I know they cost some money. I suggest reading the following. THE GOD-CONCEPTION OF BUDDHISM https://sacred-texts.com/bud/zfa/zfa04.htm Most Japanese Vajrayana and Shingon of based on the works and teachings of Kukai. Kukai Major works. https://a.co/d/iHeqQji Then read Shugendo: Pilgrimage and Ritual in a Japanese Folk Religion https://a.co/d/8clpVzi Next Read Introduction to Tantra: A Vision of Totality https://a.co/d/gGcTXTN Lastly read Onmyodo: Spiritual Traditions Across Asia https://a.co/d/11mZGGp Yes, two of these books are my wife's and mine. Afterwards use these sites as resources https://www.onmarkproductions.com/html/buddhism.shtml https://lotsawahouse.org I know other Buddhists and other Vajrayana practitioners might not suggest these exact books or understanding. However, this is the path I have outlined after practicing Buddhism for 22 years, being initiated into two paths, studying Shaivism, traveling across Asia, and having embraced my own European Folk religion as well for over 10 years. Of course, there is practice that is needed. Proper meditation, understanding, and Sadhana. Some are detailed in my writings; others are things that will need to seek out. For Shugendo one should follow. https://www.shugeninternational.org/ I will also highly suggest works of Lama Jhampa Shaneman and Lama Glenn Mullin.