A Japanese Monk Shares His Best Life Advice

[@takashiifromjapan]

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[@yoriokuda4792]

I have not returned to Japan after my wife passed away during Covid. I just returned from Tokyo in the fall first time in years. If I make it back to Japan next year, I would like to visit this temple and garden also meeting this young monk. I am 86 years old.

[@neetchang]

May your wife rest in peace.May you also find peace in your heart...

[@Thollis1987]

I pray for you to have safe travels and prayers to your late wife 🙏🏿🙏🏿🕊️

[@Nightbird.]

My sincere condolences on your loss. Take care of yourself.

[@hachikun2852]

The difference he talks about between faith and trust. Very meaningful.

[@freakyalien5449]

I agree!

[@GlassBunnyJ]

This was one of your best interviews ever, Takashii.

[@nihongoveronica-it4xi]

I encourage to continue interviewing about deep topics like philosophy, art and other aspects of Japanese life an culture. I really think that there is a need for less superficial content. Thank you for this video, it was special.

[@halophilicnc6473]

Nothing I've seen from takashii has been "superficial" - it's been real people talking about their lives and culture too. Just because they're not walking slowly through a garden doesn't mean they're not real.

[@nihongoveronica-it4xi]

@@halophilicnc6473I was not talking about Takashii’s videos specifically. I was just expressing a preference for variety, not dismissing other kinds of interviews. I agree with you about people being real people and just as interesting as showing a side of Japan, but I feel there is so much more. I live in Tokyo and the richness in people and mindsets and culture is just outstanding.

[@Insidoris14]

@@nihongoveronica-it4xi I agree

[@hachikun2852]

The monk would probably agree with you. I bet he’d be especially amused with the episode that Takashi did on cheating.

[@CodeDusq1]

The garden teaches us to enjoy things as they are and also take care of them when needed. It’s about finding balance and knowing when to let things be and when to help them grow.

[@PervyOldToadSage]

I was meditating in my garden the other day feeling it teaches me silently. I can't put in to words. You see balance unfold. You see creation and destruction. Beauty and ugliness. It teaches stillness, silence.

[@PervyOldToadSage]

@Ludeqrist1416 Sir this is a gardening thread

[@rhythmhalder8103]

@Ludeqrist1416 Why are you talking about Islam?

[@OfTheGaps]

@Ludeqrist1416 It's neither interesting nor a fact. It's merely incongruous proselytizing.

[@neetuh4850]

Mindfulness!

[@jeff__w]

15:17 “While observing is important, experiencing is even more valuable.” That seems like good advice for most things in life.

[@peinteumal22]

I'm a long time viewer and am always impressed at your ability to draw out stimulating topics and to model intelligent and kind listening. This may be your best yet...so relevant and educational. This man is a true example of enlightenment, and everything he relates resonated deeply with my own beliefs, especially in the face of the intense divisiveness of other religions. So educational...nicely done!

[@midwestchau]

Truly, an enlightening discussion. Thought-provoking episode.

[@CountDankula0]

Amazing he speaks English. I would never imagine. His point of view is so positive and really changes the way you think about daily life

[@stewartmcgill6401]

his japanese littered with english what an advertisement

[@nolisarmiento1719]

in my observation...the Japanese are getting better with English........20 years ago it's very hard to find a Japanese who can communicate in English even if you're in Tokyo.......now they've really improved

[@inthecorner2]

I love your videos, but I think this is my favorite. Beautiful setting; beautiful, deep, and respectful conversation. Thank you!

[@xPhyreflyx]

Thank you for asking questions that, not only came from a Western perspective, but also answered many things I've been trying to understand about Buddhism further. Thank you Ito Toryo (and the translater for subtitles written so well!) for putting things so eloquently that I feel inspired to dig deeper into my practice.

[@redwoods7370]

What a kind and insightful person this monk is. He has immense dignity yet is so gracious, friendly, and relatable. Amazing.

[@michaelhockus8208]

A temple episode of Cribs from Takashii was not what I was expecting today! What a lovely man, and a great guide. Even this brief interview was very insightful. I enjoyed watching his balanced hand gestures as well. This is amazing work, great photography, and your English is really good, Takashii! Thanks from NYC for another very interesting video!

[@TornadoSvensson]

I visited this temple last month and took part in a zazen session for beginners. It was my favorite part of my trip to Japan. Even though it was mostly in Japanese, it was easy to follow and I highly recommend it. Mr. Toryo Ito is radiating calmness and kindness and I am very grateful for this experience, which affected me more than I thought possible. Thank you.

[@Macronomecon]

Thanks!

[@skypinkk]

The life message at the end is very practical

[@Brianfilms]

My love for Japan started with Buddhaism and the way it is practice there..thank you for this video

[@johnbanach3875]

This humble, peaceful monk was very impressive in his wisdom.

[@FilipinaVegana]

philosophy: the love of wisdom, normally encapsulated within a formal academic discipline. Wisdom is the soundness of an action or decision with regard to the application of experience, knowledge, insight, and good judgment. Wisdom may also be described as the body of knowledge and principles that develops within a specified society or period. E.g. “The wisdom of the Tibetan lamas.” Unfortunately, in most cases in which this term is used, particularly outside India, it tacitly or implicitly refers to ideas and ideologies that are quite far-removed from genuine wisdom. For instance, the typical academic philosopher, especially in the Western tradition, is not a lover of actual wisdom, but a believer in, or at least a practitioner of, adharma, which is the ANTITHESIS of genuine wisdom. Many Western academic (so-called) “philosophers” are notorious for using laborious sophistry, abstruse semantics, gobbledygook, and pseudo-intellectual word-play, in an attempt to justify their blatantly-immoral ideologies and practices, and in many cases, fooling the ignorant layman into accepting the most horrendous crimes as not only normal and natural, but holy and righteous! An ideal philosopher, on the other hand, is one who is sufficiently intelligent to understand that morality is, of necessity, based on the law of non-violence (“ahiṃsā”, in Sanskrit), and sufficiently wise to live his or her life in such a harmless manner. Cf. “dharma”. One of the greatest misconceptions of modern times is the belief that philosophers (and psychologists, especially) are, effectively, the substitutes for the priesthood of old. It is perhaps understandable that this misconception has taken place, because the typical priest/monk/rabbi/mullah seems to be an uneducated buffoon compared with those highly-educated gentlemen who have attained doctorates in philosophy, psychology and psychiatry. However, as mentioned in more than a few places in this book, it is imperative to understand that only an infinitesimal percentage of all those who claim to be spiritual teachers are ACTUAL “brāhmaṇa” (as defined in Chapter 20). Therefore, the wisest philosophers of the present age are still those exceptionally rare members of the Holy Priesthood! At the very moment these words of mine are being typed on my laptop computer, there are probably hundreds of essay papers, as well as books and articles, being composed by professional philosophers and theologians, both within and without academia. None of these papers, and almost none of the papers written in the past, will have any noticeable impact on human society, at least not in the realm of morals and ethics, which is obviously the most vital component of civilization. And, as mentioned in a previous paragraph, since such “lovers-of-wisdom” are almost exclusively adharmic (irreligious and corrupt) it is indeed FORTUITOUS that this is the case. The only (so-called) philosophers who seem to have any perceptible influence in the public arena are “pop” or “armchair” philosophers, such as Mrs. Alisa “Alice” O’Connor (known more popularly by her pen name, Ayn Rand), almost definitely due to the fact that they have published well-liked books and/or promulgate their ideas in the mass media, especially on the World Wide Web.

[@NicholasLightTV]

love your videos bro. this was beautiful

[@seiran158]

ニコラスニキ！

[@Kreosky]

you are the last person I expected to see here 💀

[@RajviPriya]

Thank you for asking amazing questions during the interview. It was a wonderful experience listening to the monk speaking about Buddhism ❤

[@tomburns7544]

I am a longtime subscriber and always enjoy your interviews with both foreigners to Japan as well as native Japanese people but this video was extremely interesting. I love how you gave us all a peek into a lifestyle that many do not see and your guest was such a generous person. Thank you! TAKASHii!

[@Jmc401]

Exactly, same here

[@Gregory-p3e5c]

Takashii I would like to thank you for sharing this very valuable inside information. Secondly I was so very impressed with the open minded Monk Toryo Ito. I particularly enjoyed his disclosure at the end of finding the way to positive thinking versus looking at many things in a negative sense. We live in a world that has began to think so negatively that it is a chore not to follow that path. Years ago I was trained by a Japanese teacher (Sensei), who would use references of nature to instruct positive methods in my life. I once was upset with they way tings were going and how I had reacted to this particular situation. He basically told me not to continue to focus on the issue and move on as I could not erase the past, by stating," remember Long San once water has flowed beneath a bridge it returns no more." When people would become loud and obnoxious he would ask me "which made more noise an empty or full can?" Then he would instruct me not to concentrate on that which was empty, but with content. This Sensei has passed and I must admit I miss his wise statements. This monk reminded me of this wonderful person. Once again very sincere thanks for this interview with the monk Toryo Ito Sensei.

[@IoIocaust]

huge respect to the religion of Shintoism and how north east Asia practices Buddhism. Probably the two best religions in the world right now

[@MrShem123ist]

I love the peaceful theme of the video. Job well done again, Takashi san

[@DPBarua]

Thanks to Takashi and my best regard to hon' able monk of a Kyoto temple for the discussion on Buddhism.I'm a Bangladeshi Buddhist.

[@firsttenor76]

Thank you for this video --- the questions were amazing, the answers were extremeley thoughtful! I have come to the conclusion that, Buddism is the most pro-coexist and non-desctructive religion there is. This makes me so happy! It is why Buddism is my favorite religion. It promotes peace without being destructive and doesn't try to shove believes down your throat, it allows you to be human and to just help you be thoughtful about being a better person, if it is a little at a time... it is just so zen and peaceful - No wonder Japan is the greatest, cleanest, and most peaceful major country I can think of!

[@Frank_butnot_Sinatra]

Buddism is the religion practised in a way most close to philosphy, they encourage you to think, doubt, debate and even challenge what you are taught, which you never see with other religions. It's a religion of wisdom.

[@wongwong5866]

wow I couldnt imagine traditinal monk would speak such fluent English!! so impressive!!!

[@sympathy_for_strays]

When I was in entry training for the U.S. army, every Sunday soldiers-in-training were given the option to either attend a religious service or spend the morning landscaping around the barracks. I've never been religious, but I've always found religion fascinating. I always spent those mornings attending a different religious service around the base. The Catholic church was the least welcoming, and its service's attendees felt the most used by an agnostic young man dodging weed-whacking with a hand-shovel by sitting among their pews. On the opposite end of this spectrum was the Buddhist temple; the priest was entirely welcoming and just happy to teach someone interested in learning about their practices. Beautiful religion with lovely practitioners.

[@sarges25]

Respect for the Japanese Monk, would love to have regular chats with him, listening to him feels like negativity going away, and replaced by serenity.

[@gust5762]

🙏🏼❤️Thank you for the beautiful and insightful interview. The monk is wise and kind and the temple is calm and beautiful. Wishing you a great day!

[@iampracticingpiano]

Please, more content like this! This was delightful!

[@JapanWithCam]

Toryo Ito's simple message about being more aware is something I have been practicing myself. You don't need to meditate, but something as simple as walking daily in nature has made me more aware of and appreciate my surroundings. Thank you Takashi for sharing this video!!

[@gadeyeye6268]

Great video. I learned a lot about Shinto and Buddhism from his perspective.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾💪🏾🙏🏾👍🏾

[@devdammit40]

Very insightful and compelling. Perhaps you can do a Shinto shrine in this same manner?

[@stevegonzales527]

Sometimes slowing down in life to take a seat and a breather helps a ton and makes you appreciate everything around you from your mind being clouded by tech, social media and surprisingly not a lot of people will realize this but also a break from advertisements (EVERYWHERE YOU LOOK THERES ADVERTISEMENTS there’s no escape from it)

[@kevinjohnson4605]

Oh wow, what a nice place the monks live in. They are very nice people and have nice to stay in.

[@kevinjohnson4605]

Wish I could go visit them. Bring then a big bag of rice. Maybe 2 bags of rice.

[@baeber]

his words on trust were wise and beautiful I do say I appreciate them. I would like to hear out and learn more of shinto, looking forward to that.

[@ryuukakhadijah7766]

This video reminds me of a respected monk who died a couple of years ago. I forgot his name.. 😞 But I loved listening to his preach. There's once he talked about paper; about there's trees and sky and sunlight in the paper. The sunlight in the paper don't burn our hand. Basically he's telling how the paper originated from multiple elements of the nature. His voice was really calm. I love that preach ❤

[@setamelody6072]

"Don't overthink things too much". This message is really on-point for ppl in this information era. People being forced to think about so much things, even something that unrelatable and unnecessary things to them. Sometimes I got my self trapped in the circle of overthinking too. But, I'm very lucky that I have someone to talk. But, since I cant talk to my friend anytime, so sometimes I stop the overthinking by write them on my phone. It helps me organize every words, idea, what important and not important things that come to my mind.

[@Betelgue5e]

Great content as always!👍

[@syrwatch5760]

This is my favorite video! Great questions! Thank you so much, I hope you make more videos like this :)

[@lunalui]

I can hardly count the number of stunning temple gardens I visited in Kyoto and yet I keep discovering new, amazing ones. I'm definitely putting this one on my list of things to see next time I manage to be back there.

[@krick1090]

Arigatoogozaimashita, I really enjoyed this interview and to hear things from a monk's perspective. I will definitely be visiting this temple while in Kyoto.

[@tsutomu5991]

Very interesting and informative video. I hope you can interview a Shinto priest in the future. Thank you.

[@IoIocaust]

Shinto doesn't really have priests, nor any eartly representation of god, the closes is a Kannushi, which is a man who maintains the temple, basically a caretaker who can also instruct you on the correct way to approach a temple if you're uncertain.

[@dfiaa]

@@IoIocaust I agree with you on the Kannushi but just to make it clear, temple is a structure of Buddhism and shrine is a structure of Shintoism.

[@sebastienmailbox]

Thank you for such an informative and pleasant video!

[@SeanBradley1986]

Loving the editing on this video. It feels fresh and different from your other stuff 👍🏻

[@imaginethatttt]

I love this.....probably one of my favorite videos from you! It was very enlightening to hear him speak

[@ejinjapan]

Kenninji is my favorite temple in Kyoto. Thank you for the interview and the inisights into buddhism and buddhist thought. Keep up the good work : )

[@日本ジョリーン]

自分の瞑想の経験によって最近仏教に興味があって、この動画を撮影してくれてありがとうございます。本当に感動して、楽しかったです。😊

[@FilipinaVegana]

dhamma: the Pāli cognate of “dharma”. However, in this case, it invariably refers to the teachings of Gautama Buddha, rather than the eternal law (“sanātana dharma”, in Sanskrit). In this book, it is used in the former sense, that is, of “holy and righteous concepts and deeds”. Therefore, the term “Buddhist dhamma/dharma” is somewhat nonsensical, since dhamma/dharma is fundamentally non-sectarian. Despite being the most atheistic human being to have ever existed, I often PRAY that I am not in the process of consuming a meal whenever I hear a Buddhist monk or lay teacher referring to his or her lecture as being a “dhamma talk”. If you have carefully read the entirety of this Holy Scripture, “F.I.S.H”, and you have listened to many Buddhist sermons, you may have already guessed the reason for my fervent prayer. This is because the assertion that the overwhelming majority of Buddhist monks are teaching authentic dharma, is so excruciatingly cringe-worthy and laughable, I am genuinely fearful of choking on my food upon hearing such silly claims! First of all, the founder of Buddhism himself, Siddhārtha Gautama was hardly a paragon of virtue, having abandoned his family in order to become a mendicant monk, being an animal-abusing carnist, and encouraging females to become loose women (so-called “nuns”). In my half a century of life, I have only ever encountered one or two Buddhists who adhered to (actual) dharma, so in that sense, they were factually SUPERIOR to Gautama himself! For instance, the abbot of the largest Buddhist society in my homeland, Australia, believes that it is dharmic (legitimate) for men to insert their reproductive organs inside the faeces holes of other men, and of course, like his idol, Gautama, he is a murderer of poor, innocent, defenceless animals, and a filthy feminist. Furthermore, despite being an indigenous Englishman, and a graduate of one of the most prestigious universities on earth, University of Cambridge, he is entirely unable to coherently speak his native tongue! Should not a supposed “spiritual leader” be an exemplar in at least his own language? Of course, no human being (including so-called “Avatars”) who has ever lived was morally perfect, but those who claim to be spiritual masters ought to be beyond reproach in respect to their own ethical practices. In the aforementioned case, Gautama should have returned to his family as soon as he understood the immorality of his actions, just as I, when I began adhering to dharma, repaid two persons from whom I had stolen goods and cash. Furthermore, assuming that Gautama was really a carnist (and knowing the typical diet of Bhārata, it would be safe to assume that he was at LEAST a lacto-vegetarian, and therefore an animal-abusing criminal), he was certainly sufficiently intelligent to understand that it is unnatural for an adult human to suckle the teats of a cow or a goat, and that human beings are fully herbivorous. Otherwise, how could he possibly be considered a member of the priestly class of society (“brāhmaṇa”, in Sanskrit) if he was not able to even comprehend some of the most basic facts of life? Make no mistake, carnism (see that entry in this Glossary) is a truly abominable, horrendous, wicked, hateful, evil, immoral, sinful, demonic ideology, as is feminism and unlawful divorce (in the case of Prince Gautama, the abandonment of his wife and son would be considered an act of divorce). When a so-called Zen Buddhist priest asks another MALE so-called Zen Buddhist priest (as occurred in a video interview I just watched on the Internet), "Do you and your husband have any kids?”, one can be fully assured that the lowest point in the history of humanity has been reached. The fact that both the aforementioned so-called priests are American men, is not coincidental, since the most decadent religionists seem to be of Western/first-world origin. I don't believe I have come across a single Western Buddhist monastic who is not at least slightly left-leaning (“leftism” being a common term in the English-speaking world for “adharmic”). If even 0.00001% of all Buddhists who have ever lived, were strict adherents to the teachings of the so-called “Buddha”, this would establish serious doubts regarding the holiness of Gautama’s precepts, because truth be told, hardly a single soul in human history has adhered to proper dharma/dhamma. 😇 सत्यमेव जयते! 😇

[@myradiantstarrr1302]

Thank you Takashi! This is truly beautiful. I feel peaceful just watching and listening. I love that you’re exploring spirituality in Japan. Personally I feel that at the heart of all spiritual paths, the same Truth lives.

[@Insidoris14]

Because of this interview I subscribed… it’s very interesting just like you interviewed the grandma who was born 1922 I find it very interesting and fascinating…. My jaw dropped everytime I saw interviews with interesting people and the topic made me glued to the screen. More on this and older folks … greetings from Houston, Tx. 🇺🇸

[@geddon436]

Takashi, this is one of my favorite videos you have made.

[@aaaysegul]

Your best vlog ever🕊 I didn't want it to end.

[@JakubKyncl]

The most worthy video I have seen in a while, arigato gozaimasu! 🙏And what a wonderful person. Added to the “Kyoto 25 itinerary”, can’t wait to be back ❤

[@Lili-ws3tg]

I have a photo of this exact river in the same angle! How trippy

[@yingma9604]

So well formulated these Buddhist principles in very simple terms! Fantastic!

[@nancysmith3400]

🤗🙏Wow thank you for that visit to the Temple and the Q/A with the monk. That was very meaningful for us !!! 🧡

[@llama341]

One of your better videos! Thank you.

[@Szchandler]

good content Takashii, 上出来 keep up the good work and spiritual content

[@JamesCotter-be4se]

would be great if you did a Tea ceremony video

[@bluryeye1]

This was an excellent interview! Keep up the good work Tak. Thank you.

[@Jmc401]

This is exactly what I am interested in. Thank you!

[@moniquebaumann6847]

Thank you for the life message. It's just what I needed to hear today.

[@elizabethhafferty1200]

Thanks so much for the video. The temple grounds look so beautiful! You asked really great questions and were thorough. I appreciate your hard work.

[@quattrospezie7505]

Such a deep message in a simple way, arigato! Looking forward to a similar interview to Shinto priest

[@Lauren_1987]

Greetings from Chicago, Illinois. It is snowing here today and looks beautiful outside. Thank you for this very good video. I learned a lot of new things from the monk you interviewed. What surprised me about the monk is that they do NOT get very much sleep/rest. Appreciate, maintain, practice and enjoy the garden. Very beautiful garden. Sit up for 2 hours -- not much sleep or rest. I found the temples and shrines Buddhism and Shinto differences fascinating. I enjoyed this video very much. Thank you.

[@KevIn-tu4fv]

That life advice answer really resonate with me.

[@markjohnson543]

Excellent video. You asked great questions and really gave the monk a chance to explain himself fully on many topics, plus the wonderful tour of the temple! Thank you.

[@okanoshi941]

I really enjoyed this vid! I've visited numerous temples and shrines in Kyoto, so this was very enlightening. I wish it was a longer interview though

[@plushstrawberryfrog]

amazing video!! it’s great that you are doing a variety of things, whether it’s street interviews, international snack tests, or something like this.

[@Garrett122]

I've been getting into Japanese culture. This is very cool. Thank you.

[@zoeblue247]

This is wonderful! I am happy to see such a topic, with two Japanese people speaking English and Japanese. When I first came to Japan 28 years ago, it was difficult and unusual to find Japanese people who could communicate in English. This video is reflective of the change that has occurred over those years. I love the "serious" topic, at a quintessential Japanese place, in the midst of beauty.

[@WhileiBurn]

New subscriber, I've been enjoying the content; being from middle America I haven't experienced much of other cultures but your videos have shed some light into other people's way of life. Thanks very much and continue with the excellent content.

[@darkprince2490]

lol you don't get to experince other cultures... because americans killed of most of the true native cultures of americas

[@renatoalencar13]

Thank you Takashii and Toryo Ito! Loved the advice!

[@YyaramGoat9]

My favorite video, it is deep and full of insights.

[@Whiteruthenian]

I hope the monks at the monastery will sleep longer than they do now. Good sleep is healthy.

[@Anna-fv5dm]

Sleep time around 10pm-4am is much better than 12am-10am 😊

[@neetuh4850]

I love this kind of content and the world needs more of this and more mindfulness.

[@eelnedroj]

I've never been religious but if I had to identify with anything it'd be Buddhism. Attention to the simple, at one with nature, calm and focused vibe, suits me very well. Always read about people traveling to places like Japan or India for a year to meditate and immerse themselves in it as an important learning experience but never had the guts...always open to it tho if not leaning more into it the older I get.

[@marybiddle1248]

This was super interesting. I’d love to see more videos showing different aspects of Japanese culture.

[@DaMaxchi]

I enjoyed this episode immensely. I learned so much. Thank you.

[@lollipopwee1]

I love Japanese Culture

[@Deanriley]

The monk gives a very succinct explanation about the heart of Buddhist teaching.

[@santoshighalan3523]

🙏🏻 takashi ..I’m a regular viewer of your videos..this video is one of the best for me to know the deeper meaning of buddhism ☸️…as a buddhist it’s one of the best❤thankyou 🙏🏻so much .

[@anti.gravity.in.motion]

Thank you for this very insightful interview ❤ and I will try "...not to overthink too much..." 🥰

[@tpop3723]

Very thoughtful and practical advice, much appreciated.

[@TheGreaterU]

As a long time student of world religions, I find Buddhism supplements my Christian beliefs very well. I view it as a mind set, a way of being, that is very in alignment with Christianity. Be our best. Improve a bit each day. Live in the now. Help and serve others. Be kind. Protect life. Both belief systems have much in common.

[@igweogba6774]

What I like about Buddhism is that it doesn't just say don't do this or that, but it actually teaches you how not to do, explains the consequences in detail, and provides an alternative

[@JGAstaiza]

5:28 «And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him» Salve María.

[@aliasname5518]

fantastic interview, thank you very much!

[@brianahodgson3279]

It would be interesting to have a video that a person could play as they visit a temple to point them into embracing all the temple offers and give pointers such as where to enter first, what rooms to view, and respectful behavior. His voice was nice and calming

[@sniperhawk6969]

I hope I can visit the temple some day!

[@if2069]

Thank you for the interview. This is one video I will re-watch!

[@292Artemis]

What a wise monk! Thank you Mr. Ito for sharing your insights. 🙏

[@dresk7958]

Wonderful video--thank you so much. I'm very interested in Buddhism and am hoping to visit Japan for the 3rd time this summer

[@robinmertz6002]

That was a great video. I learned a lot facts I didn’t know about Buddhism. Thank you for sharing.

[@teakara]

This is the best interview here. I’ll watch it many times

[@Simku]

That was fantastic! Thank you Takashii! An interview on shinto would also be very appreciated! 😀🙏

[@jode378]

I love this, Takashi! Great questions and great answers. Thank you to both of you!

[@gula_rata]

☸️"The religion of the future will be a cosmic religion. It should transcend a personal 'god' and avoid dogmas and theology. Buddhism answers this description." (ALBERT EINSTEIN)

[@FilipinaVegana]

Well, Slave, we all have our own particular BELIEFS, but ultimately, there exists objective truth, which is not subject to our misconceptions and misunderstandings. One who has transcended mundane, relative truth, is said to be an ENLIGHTENED soul. 😇