Under the nose of a king

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Tony Bristow-Stagg said:
A good example was played out in the Australian parliament while the King was here in Australia. The respect was lost during the colonisation process.

Not so clear, as a King may not be agreeable to past actions that brought disdain to a monarchy, but peoles feelings carry over to the new King/Queen.

Their best foundation is that of being humbled in God's Law and the wisdom to impart God's Love and Justice to humanity.

Regards Tony
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But can a king be an atheist?
 
spiritualbee said:
But can a king be an atheist?
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It's the idea of being sovereign leader and creator, the position of a King, so certain nonsensical, even if unaware and believing himself to be almighty. So no, a King can't be a marxist. My person isn't aware of any King who wouldn't have swear in by religions, in the name of certain God or teacher.
So such as Kingdoms and living religions are very related to each other. Neither Kings, nor holy life, nor paths to heavens or beyong in a deluded marxist "all are equal", common demo-crazy sphere.
 
Aupmanyav said:
I do not think the Thai king needs a God if he is a true Buddhist.
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Neither the Sublime Buddha, nor Kings of the present or past deny Gods, and good householder can be assured that there is no Asian King, not foremost devoted to Devas and Gods and seeking their assistance. Of cause the King of Thailand isn't very much devoted to practice the Dhamma, yet nevertheless a high regarded supporter of the Gems.
It's even impossible to gain the status of a King, if not related to more sublime existances, and former practice leading to such states. Kings are usually Brahmans (like most "buddhists" are), yet sometimes there are those who gain firm faith in the Juwels.

And all Noble disciples actually dwell in the sphere of the Brahmas. So it's really nonsensical to deny higher existences and powers yet telling to be a disciple... One who never entered the sphere of the Brahma is even incapable to listen to the Buddhas Dhamma. It's a basic requirment to leave sensual realms behind, yet don't go astray into the arupe-realms, since no Dhamna can be heard there, no wisdom gained.
 
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'Not deny' is not getting into 'Acinteyyas' (Imponderables). Buddha had a different goal, to remove sorrow.
 
Dhammañāṇa Bhikkhu said:
Then may good householder speak more clear. Not accepting Gods as governance for one, doesn't mean that their aren't Gods (beings in refined realms and with currently more merits in the pocket). Likewise would be to denying Kings.
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Kesamutti Sutta again. What evidence can you give me to make me believe in Gods and other realms? Unless you give me evidence, why should I believe in them? ;)

I term my Buddhism as 'Hinayana', a long forgotten word. Many consider it an abuse, I consider it as a jewel. I am a minimalist (Do with the least possible and discard the unnecessary). That is my philosophy in computers and so also in religion. I have trimmed Hinduism and Buddhism in my way, and that has removed all my doubts and made me perfectly happy.
 
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Trimmed Hinduism and Buddhism of all fat. I engage in certain actions because they are 'dhamma' and refrain of certain actions because they are against 'dhamma', and not because it will allow me to be born in a higher realm or in better situations. Only 'dhamma' remains and nothing else.
 
Aupmanyav said:
Trimmed Hinduism and Buddhism of all fat. I engage in certain actions because they are 'dhamma' and refrain of certain actions because they are against 'dhamma', and not because it will allow me to be born in a higher realm or in better situations. Only 'dhamma' remains and nothing else.
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I do not belief in never to need to reincarnate theory what is selfish.
 
cherish said:
I do not belief in never to need to reincarnate theory what is selfish.
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I agree to that. Reincarnation, heaven, hell, judgment, everlasting life after death, or 72 houris for martyrs, etc. are faith based and have no evidence.
 
Aupmanyav said:
'Not deny' is not getting into 'Acinteyyas' (Imponderables). Buddha had a different goal, to remove sorrow.
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while the cessation of suffering is a significant aspect of Buddha’s teachings, his goals extend far beyond that to include the attainment of enlightenment, the cultivation of wisdom and compassion, and the realization of ethical living. Buddha aimed to provide a comprehensive path that fosters individual growth, promotes compassion, and nurtures a deeper understanding of existence, benefiting not just individuals but all sentient beings.
 
Faithfulservant said:
So trying to understand i googled nose of a king and found this

The King's Nose: An Ecological Fairytale: A book about a king who plots to kill bees and other flying creatures after being stung on his nose by a bee. The king ignores the warning of Alexander, the smallest man at arms, who tries to explain the connection between pollination and flying creatures. The king's actions lead to famine in the kingdom.

I thought it was interesting as her name is spiritualbee
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Good thought looking it up, thanks.
 
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