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Originally Posted by Gem
Lets start with the primary tenets of the 4 noble truths (4NT). These are: 1) there is suffering; 2) suffering is caused; 3) suffering can end and; 4) there is a way to end suffering.
"Birth is suffering, old age is suffering, (sickness is suffering), death is suffering, sorrow, lamentation, pain, grief and distress are suffering, the association with something that one does not like is suffering, the disassociation with something that one does like is suffering, not to get what one desires is suffering"
Discuss.
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Suffering is a state of mind. Love is the healer which we are all blessed with no matter what species we are Love gives life meaning and one a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Only love can end suffering. Love for self and others. Amen