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10-01-2018, 03:02 AM
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Are WORDS basically dualistic?
To me, describing nonduality with words is like unintentionally cloaking it with duality on some level (if not all levels).
Is discussion regarding nonduality akin to discussion on the complexities of a wardrobe?
Speaking of cloaks, one wears a cloak, one is not a cloak. Or as Philippe said in the movie The Man in the Iron Mask, "I wear the mask, it does not wear me."
So as a writer I recognize the irony of posting this but for some reason I find value in it.
It goes without saying that I welcome all other takes on this.
Btw, that is a nice shirt you're wearing!
Side Bar: It is as if words convey that nonduality is nonexistent/ unreal and yet it is all that exists.
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10-01-2018, 04:03 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by swampgrl
To me, describing nonduality with words is like unintentionally cloaking it with duality on some level (if not all levels).
Is discussion regarding nonduality akin to discussion on the complexities of a wardrobe?
Speaking of cloaks, one wears a cloak, one is not a cloak. Or as Philippe said in the movie The Man in the Iron Mask, "I wear the mask, it does not wear me."
So as a writer I recognize the irony of posting this but for some reason I find value in it.
It goes without saying that I welcome all other takes on this.
Btw, that is a nice shirt you're wearing!
Side Bar: It is as if words convey that nonduality is nonexistent/ unreal and yet it is all that exists.
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It seems that we use words to express thoughts and feelings. With good will it goes back and forth in the attempt to understand each other.
It happens here in duality but that is not a reason to regard the attempt as invalid......is it?
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10-01-2018, 04:58 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Iamit
It seems that we use words to express thoughts and feelings. With good will it goes back and forth in the attempt to understand each other.
It happens here in duality but that is not a reason to regard the attempt as invalid......is it?
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As a writer on the subject I have to say no, it is not invalid. But is there a position where it is?
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Originally Posted by blossomingtree
Of course it is ironic, but as this is a forum, words are mostly what we have to use in this medium
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I am reminded of that many times, blossomingtree, as I put mind to thought, pen to paper.
If nonduality were two, its language would be heart-to-heart and beyond all logic.
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10-01-2018, 05:09 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by swampgrl
I am reminded of that many times, blossomingtree, as I put mind to thought, pen to paper.
If nonduality were two, its language would be heart-to-heart and beyond all logic.
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Indeed, swampgrl. In a little stroke of synchronicity, this exact theme crossed my mind today as well - the irony of words in the non-duality forum, so thanks for posting.
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10-01-2018, 06:26 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by swampgrl
As a writer on the subject I have to say no, it is not invalid. But is there a position where it is?
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If the intention is simply to invalidate the other point of view then the attempt to understand each other is not the objective so in that sense can be said to be invalid.
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14-01-2018, 12:49 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Iamit
If the intention is simply to invalidate the other point of view then the attempt to understand each other is not the objective so in that sense can be said to be invalid.
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whether you call it invalid based on that criterion depends on your point of view, e.g. on what you value. I'm given to understand that some people quite like a good fight and might find this very validating...
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14-01-2018, 01:46 AM
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Originally Posted by FallingLeaves
whether you call it invalid based on that criterion depends on your point of view, e.g. on what you value. I'm given to understand that some people quite like a good fight and might find this very validating...
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Yes that seems to be so. By invalid I simply mean in terms of not being interested in mutual undertanding which I value.
How would you describe your purpose when engaging in discussion?
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10-01-2018, 04:44 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by swampgrl
To me, describing nonduality with words is like unintentionally cloaking it with duality on some level (if not all levels).
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Of course it is ironic, but as this is a forum, words are mostly what we have to use in this medium
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12-01-2018, 03:42 AM
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No matter how elegant the words, duality can only hint at ________.
It cannot say or be.
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12-01-2018, 06:07 AM
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All named things (i.e. ‘nonduality’) take on the appearance of things which is the realm of duality.
Just pointing out the trickery of mind/ words. Obviously ‘nonduality’ is a placeholder.
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