Declaration by Delson

[@JaiminPurohit-y1r]

Well said. Grateful to have your teachings!

[@guitarsfromhell77]

For additional clarity: Verified on X 11/17 in a tweet, Delson is NOT renouncing his claim to attain Nirodha Samapatti for 24+ plus hour durations as he has stated he is able on Guru Viking Episode 102 @1:25:02. He claims the anecdote about being moved from one location to another via friends carrying him while in Nirodha is true. Upon further questioning he mentioned that he is not, at this time, willing to be observed doing a Nirodha session of 24+ duration in front of expert witnesses. He said "I don't feel like it right now". He also said he would be unwilling to sit for 8 hours in duration in any state on a timestamped livestream.

[@garad123456]

Wrong ep number

[@user-fg3fv9hl3b]

That's odd to me. Why would he not do it? He can really shut up people like me who want to believe him but don't.

[@martinratcliffe5987]

I was disappointed to see some person taking shots at you on KZbin. I still count your teachings as among the most clear and practical out there. Truly, they are akaliko ehipassiko opanayiko paccatam vetitabhu vinhuti.

[@delson999]

Thank you, my friend 🙏

[@LoriCurry42310]

Long time coming, hard earned wisdom. All the best on this less cluttered path. Sticking to what’s important. The teachings and your crystal clear way of imparting them to each person in the room. Sadhu achariya.

[@ModernKriya]

Thanks for your very humble and clear declaration. 🙏

[@yixuezhao]

So well said my friend! 😄❤ Let the new era begin. 😎☸️

[@tomtillman]

Thanks for this clarification. I am looking forward to seeing you at the July 2025 retreat at Dhamma Sukha cheers, Tom🙏

[@LotusPoet]

Thank you for your honesty, transparency, and directness, Delson. I have found practical benefit in the TWIM practice and did a helpful 10-day retreat with Bhante Vimalaramsi at Dhamma Sukha eight years ago, but I do not adopt anything as dogma and I combine the TWIM practice with deeper explorations into subtle aspects of nonduality, which best matches my direct experience. The idea of worshipping a teacher or being a follower makes no sense to me and runs counter to what seems to be true, so far. I may have more to ask after I watch your latest interview in which you likely go into more depth. In the meantime, respect and lovingkindness to you, and appreciation for your sincere efforts to assist others and to find the truth yourself. 🙂

[@evertjk532]

Interested in what you will be presenting. I can definitely see how it can be frustrating to the teaching process if people approach you as if you were a saint instead of a human. Wishing you the best

[@sun-ship]

My respect for you really went up after listening to the guru viking podcast. As much as I love TWIM, I always felt much static with it and the attitudes of those purveying it. Part of me felt that you did too, eg were presenting yourself to be more dogmatic that you actually were. Delson unleashed is really a breath of fresh air. -- Lila (I did 2 retreats with you, one at dhamma sukha and one online retreat.)

[@dardanbastiaan]

I support you, Delson ❤🙏

[@ArekStryjski]

Hi Delson, You mentioned that you "renounce any claim to specific attainments." Unfortunately, I find this statement a bit confusing, as it doesn’t explicitly address what many would consider your most significant attainment. For me, and likely for others, the only attainment that truly matters isn’t a title or recognition from any Buddhist school or tradition. What stands out is your claim to intentionally access nirodha samapatti, which, to my knowledge, has been validated through scientific study. If I’m not mistaken, I also recall that you’ve taught this practice in the past. Your renunciation raises a few important questions: 1. Are you still able to intentionally access nirodha samapatti? 2. Does your statement in any way invalidate parts of Dr. Laukkonen’s study? 3. Do you currently view nirodha samapatti as necessary or helpful on the path to awakening, or has your perspective shifted, seeing it now as a distraction? I apologize for raising this publicly, but I feel these are far more significant questions than any sectarian politics or misunderstandings that may have arisen. I’m sorry to hear about the trouble you’ve faced, and I understand it was unintended. With love and respect, Arek

[@delson999]

@@ArekStryjski appreciate the questions. Suffice it to say when I mean specific attainments I mean I don’t subscribe to sectarian ideas of specific models like arahant or jivanmukta, etc. I am not renouncing nor denying my meditative capabilities.

[@anitanandedkar5279]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💐

[@RelaxedPanda2698]

Sadhu delson🙏

[@laurentiusogor1572]

🙏🏼

[@chefbob67]

Does this align with all of the teaching you have already given?

[@delson999]

@@chefbob67 that’s up to students to decide. I have come to the realization that teachings evolve as well. Going forward, I will not be teaching dogma. Only what is my experience.

[@chefbob67]

@@delson999 Okay. Now open up the retreat center. I'll help you design the kitchen and dining area for free.

[@JainitPurohit]

Well said! 👏

[@johnandrewmunroe]

Well said, Delson!

[@tylerrussell794]

Yeehaw brother