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In this episode of Philosophy Babble - The Great Minds Series
We bridge the worlds of science, philosophy, and spirituality with three extraordinary guests. Professor Bernard Carr, a visionary in cosmology, explores the universe's mysteries alongside philosopher Bernardo Kastrup, known for his deep dives into consciousness and critiques of materialism. They're joined by Lelung Rinpoche, a Tibetan Buddhist master, offering insights into rebirth and meditative states. Together, they'll tackle profound topics, from the nature of consciousness to the cycle of life and death, promising a journey full of enlightenment and discovery. Join us for a dialogue that transcends boundaries and delves into the essence of our existence.

Details:
Bernard Carr's essay https://www.essentiafoundation.org/ho...
@bernardokastrup 's essay https://www.essentiafoundation.org/ho... @essentiafoundation
Bernardo Kastrup's website: https://www.bernardokastrup.com
Lelung Rinpoche: https://www.lelung.org
Lelung Documentary: https://shorturl.at/qAPST
Lelung Youtube:    / @lelungtulku2929  

Summary
This dialogue delves into the profound intersections of matter, mind, and spirit, exploring key concepts such as Pratītyasamutpāda or dependent origination, which underscores the interconnectedness of all phenomena. It challenges the conventional notion of duality, suggesting that understanding consciousness requires transcending this dichotomy. The journey includes personal insights from Bernardo Kastrup on reaching his philosophical viewpoints, alongside an exploration of consciousness, highlighting the limitations posed by our existing vocabulary to fully encapsulate its essence.

The discussion ventures further into the nature of consciousness, Tukdam (a distinctive meditative state in Tibetan Buddhism experienced at death), and the profound implications of death and rebirth. Through Lelung Rinpoche's narratives on reincarnation and the intricate process of dying and rebirth as understood in Tibetan Buddhism, the dialogue expands into ethical considerations surrounding euthanasia, the importance of following Buddha's teachings, and the practice of Powa, or consciousness transference at death.

Emphasizing the core values of love and compassion, the conversation also touches upon out-of-body experiences and the Buddhist concept of Anatta, or no-self, challenging the distinction between conventional and ultimate realities. The significance of verbs in grasping the true nature of reality leads to a broader discussion on bridging the realms of matter, mind, and spirit, offering a holistic view of our existence and the universe.

Timecodes

00:00 - Introduction
03:12 - Exploring Matter, Mind, and Spirit
11:45 - Understanding Pratītyasamutpāda: Dependent Origination and the Chain of Causation
19:00 - The Concept of a Mind Beyond Duality
24:58 - Gaining Spiritual Insights into Philosophical Truths
33:16 - Bernardo's Journey to His Conclusions
38:04 - An Exploration of Consciousness
50:55 - The Challenge of Insufficient Vocabulary
01:01:12 - Delving into the Nature of Consciousness
01:08:07 - Tukdam: A Unique Meditative State at Death in Tibetan Buddhism
01:16:09 - A Deeper Look at Death
01:22:00 - Multilevel Dissociation? The Cycle of Rebirth and the Metaphor of the Painted Rice Cake
01:37:04 - Lelung Rinpoche's Narratives on Reincarnation
01:53:10 - Tukdam: Understanding the Process of Dying, Rebirth, and Dependent Origination
02:03:29 - The Ethics of Euthanasia
02:05:00 - Lelung Rinpoche's Reflection on Buddha's Teachings: Following the Path and the Flow of Time
02:10:04 - Powa: The Practice of Consciousness Transference at Death
02:13:56 - The Essence of Love and Compassion
02:20:14 - Insights into Out-of-Body Experiences
02:26:00 - Anatta: Exploring the Notion of No-Self and the Dichotomy of Conventional vs. Ultimate Reality
02:30:37 - The Significance of Verbs in Understanding Reality
02:33:33 - Bridging the Realms of Matter, Mind, and Spirit

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