Salvijus

I've explained already why spirituality that doesn't sharpen awareness and discernment can't lead to genuine insight into no self. That is the reason why I distinguish the two ways in the way that I do.

Oh okay. Yea, that's true. They shouldn't be confused. The difference between them is one of legit and false afterall.

I've addressed it by saying Rupert spira's nonduality is the true way and radical nonduality is a fake spirituality.

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Enlightened means one who speaks the truth. How did you conclude I speak bullshit before examining my words?

There still is correct reasoning and incorrect reasoning. Like 2+2=4 and not 3. I ask you again, how did you conclude I'm wrong about everything before examining the reasoning I gave?

How did you conclude I know nothing if you haven't examined if my reasoning is correct or not?

It's probably more complex then that but yea.

You're jumping to unbased conclusions about me. Instead allow the validity of my reasoning determine whether it was written by a blind person or not.

Yes that would be the first enlightenment in Rupert Spira's map.

I also say 2+2=4. Are you going to dismiss me here too based on what I've said before?

@PurpleTree Good reasoning is enough validity onto itself.

There are instructions to build muscle There are instructions to increase fat There are instructions to sharpen the awareness and discernment. Unless the awareness is sharpened to the point where it can discern the eternal from transient, there is no enlightenment, there is no genuine insight, there is only nondual self gaslighting.

The only way to have an insight into no self is if awareness penetrates all transient existence. That's why following instructions that rise awareness is essential. Without that you just have a nondual nothingburger.

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You just have to become really really delusional somehow.

What is thought provoking is that there are many examples of enlightenment people being religious. Perhaps an epistemologically perfect person would still perceive religion as valid? I personally would argue that yes, that is indeed the case.

So you're saying there are people who are not perfectly enlightened among religious groups. Okay, I'll give you that.

Well you don't know that. Therein is your epistemological error.

If I understood you correctly, you say religious people are epistemologically blind. Which is itself an epistemological error from your side. If you meant something else than sorry.

Assuming all religious people have no epistemology is an epistemological error itself.

There's wisdom in opening your heart to form a connection with the grace of the founders of religion. That would be of huge support in your spiritual development. Tho scriptures have distortions and corruption in it, it's still a viable way to establish a relationship which serves your highest best. If you don't have a sheikh, devil is your sheikh. If you're not under the influence of grace, you're under the influence of darkness. There's no neutral ground. Therein is the wisdom of religion even if the texts have been distorted somewhat. Besides in this new age the pure undistorted teachings becoming more public aswell which is nice. That will make religion even greater in days to come.

When we become honest about our "dark" feelings without denying them, the heart always transforms it into something wholesome and healthy. Every expression of the heart is a blessing in the end to everyone involved because expressions of the heart are no different than expressions of God's light. Although being a perfect channel for this energy to flow all the time it's not as easy as it sounds.

Just pay attention to what you're feeling inside and let that find expression in words, if and when you feel inspired to let it out. That way you'll be a milion times more genuine and attractive. It's not about technique, it's about listening to your heart and surrendering to its natural flow. Therein you will find a dance. A true connection. True intimacy. A relationship you've always longed for.