What is Abhidharma? Buddhism Explained by Robert AF Thurman

[@JustinStoneDiaz]

Great break down of Vizualizing Mandalas! Thank YOU!

[@shunlaiei5981]

Yeah Abhidhamma contains 7 books Mind, Mental factors, (mind +mental factors), aggregates, abodes, Purification of mind, History etc.

[@TheSunnickey]

Thank you

[@pureone26]

It seems to be a particular problem in USA that 'emotions' are valued and aspired to. In fact the Buddha said 'Emotions are pain' I gather.

[@SrValeriolete]

But the tantric buddhism does emphasize emotions. It's very different from original and Theravada buddhism.

[@Buddhist_Philosopher]

​@@SrValeriolete Emphazised in order to be transmuted into their wisdom aspect