In this story Venerable Malunkyaputta did not asked the Buddha about the existence of the flying spaghetti monster but I think he would had responded the same way to the question. :-)

from the Culamalunkya Sutta, found in the Majjhima Nikaya
(this version translated by Bhikku Bodhi)


The Arrow of Birth, Aging, and Death

1.Thus have I heard. On one occasion the Blessed One was living at Savatthi in Jeta’s Grove, Anathapindika’s Park.

2.Then, while the Venerable Malunkyaputta was alone in medi… Continue

Please check out all six parts of this scientific documentary. I would be very interested to hear your views, especially those of you who are scientifically inclined. Click on the link, scroll down to the video player to view video. Thanks in advance.

/\/\/\ Jai


http://krishnascience.com/files/Darwin_defeated.html

Recently as I watched baby Lance he became quite cranky. His tummy was full and diaper dry so I deduced he was sleepy. I took his little hand out of his mouth, gently place my hands on his arms, looked softly into his eyes and began the Aum mantra. To my delight he enjoyed very much and was fast asleep in just a few minutes.

:)

There didn't seem to be an Introductions forum per se, so I thought I'd post my general intro stuff here. People have already made efforts to welcome me, which I really appreciate!

As you probably noticed, my name is Danielle Gaither, although a look around this site makes me wonder if I have to take a Chinese name at some point. ;) I'm currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science from the University of North Texas. I found CPB through naturalism.org and like what I've read so far.

I… Continue

The radiating lines of the lotus leaf bring to mind the Dharma Wheel.

The holes, the yellowing, and the browning are reminders of impermanence.

The stalk raised the flower above muddy waters to remind us that we can do the same with our bodymind.

The tight petals of the bud reflect the gathering of the S… Continue