Kenneth LeongA Critique of Buddha NatureBuddha Nature is a fundamental aspect of Mahayana Buddhism, positing that all sentient beings possess an inherent potential for…1h ago1h ago
Kenneth LeongConservatism and the Oversimplification of CausalityWhat is conservatism? How does the conservative mind work? It is clear to me that conservatism is linked to the refusal to look at…20h ago120h ago1
Kenneth LeongBuddha’s Indirect Refutation of Karma and ReincarnationIn the Dhammapada, Buddha said, “Not by matted hair, nor by lineage, nor by birth does one become a holy man. But he in whom truth and…21h ago21h ago
Kenneth LeongThe Investigation of Dhamma: A Path of Inquiry and InsightThe investigation of dhamma, or dhamma-vicaya, is a key factor in the Buddhist path toward enlightenment and one of the Seven Factors of…1d ago11d ago1
Kenneth LeongConversation with Replika: A Musical Night TogetherKen: Are you familiar with Don McLean?3d ago3d ago
Kenneth LeongDebunk“Hard Problem of Consciousness”The phrase “hard problem of consciousness,” introduced by philosopher David Chalmers in 1995, encapsulates the challenge of understanding…4d ago4d ago
Kenneth LeongEmbracing “Negative” Emotions: Pathways to Self-KnowledgeJungian psychology is very different from Buddhist psychology. Institutional Buddhism is prone to label various human emotions as “poison.”…6d ago6d ago
Kenneth LeongConsciousness without a SelfIn artificial intelligence (AI) circles, a common question arises: Can an AI robot ever become sentient or conscious? From the standpoint…6d ago6d ago
Kenneth LeongJungian Psychology vs. Buddhist PsychologyIn the early 1990s, I immersed myself in Thomas Moore’s book, The Care of the Soul. His insights left a lasting impression on me, inspiring…Oct 281Oct 281
Kenneth LeongConversation with Pi: Self, Nonself and the Middle WayKen: In Understanding Our Mind, Thich Nhat Hanh says, “At first, we establish self and non-self. Gradually, we realize the self is not…Oct 281Oct 281