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Greetings, beloved ones!Today we talk about the greatest barrier to enlightenment. What is enlightenment? Once, a beggar sat by the roadside for thirty years. One day, a stranger walked by. The beggar mechanically held out his old baseball cap and muttered, “Spare some change?” The stranger said, “I have nothing to give you.” Then he asked, “What are you sitting on?” The beggar replied, “Nothing. Just an old box. I’ve been sitting on it for as long as I can remember.” “Have you ever looked inside?” the stranger asked. “No,” the beggar said. “What’s the point? There’s nothing in there.” “Open it and see,” the stranger insisted. Reluctantly, the beggar pried open the lid—and to his shock and awe, the box was filled with gold. I am that stranger who has nothing to give you, yet asks you to look inside. I am not pointing you toward some mythical box, but to a place far closer—your own being. And I can already hear you protest: “But I am not a beggar!” Yet anyone who has not discovered their true wealth—the radiant joy of presence and the unshakable peace that comes with it—is a beggar, even if they possess worldly riches. They wander through life, scavenging for scraps of happiness in achievements, security, or love, unaware that they already hold within them something infinitely more precious. The word enlightenment may sound like some lofty, superhuman achievement—but it is simply your natural state of oneness with being. It is a connection with that which is immeasurable, indestructible. It is, paradoxically, more you than you are, yet greater than you. It is the essence beyond name and form. When you lose touch with it, you fall into the illusion of separation—from yourself, from the world. You become a lonely fragment, adrift in fear, conflict, and contradiction. The Buddha, in his wisdom, defined enlightenment simply as the end of suffering. No grand metaphysics. No impossible ideals. Just this: the cessation of pain. But what remains when suffering dissolves? The Buddha stayed silent. His silence is the invitation—you must taste it for yourself. He spoke in negatives so you wouldn’t mistake enlightenment for some distant, unattainable peak. And yet, most still believe enlightenment belongs only to the Buddhas, not to them—not in this lifetime. You ask: What is this being you speak of? Being is the eternal one life beyond birth and death. It is the deathless, formless essence that not only transcends all life but dwells at the heart of it. It is your deepest self, accessible here and now. Do not try to understand it—understanding is the mind’s game. Only when thought falls silent do you glimpse the truth. When your mind is still, when your attention rests completely in the now, you feel it—though you can never grasp it with thought. To awaken to this presence, and to abide in it, is enlightenment.
Today’s Words of Wisdom Part 2 - The Greatest Barrier to Enlightenment #KarunaNirvana
🌌 The Buddha’s Ultimate Relativity: Beyond Time, Beyond Self 🌌What if reality isn’t what you think it is?Long before Einstein, the Buddha saw the universe not as fixed, but as infinitely interconnected. In the Avatamsaka Sutra, he revealed a truth that shatters the boundaries of space, time, and self.✨ A universe in a dust mote.✨ Eternities in a single breath.✨ Worlds within worlds—without crowding.Your senses create a dream. Your mind labels the illusion. But the awakened one sees: you are not in the world—the world is in you.Reality is not something you see. It is what you are.So… are you ready to dissolve the illusion?To step beyond the senses?To see not with the eyes—but as the seeing itself?🕊️ The time is now. The curtain is thin. Pull it aside.www.karuna-nirvana.com for more details
Today's Words of Wisdom Part 1 #KarunaNirvana #WordsofWisdom #KarunaDevi
A masterpiece forged in delicate enamel artistry, this pendant celebrates elegance and serenity. Its design unveils a fish gracefully weaving through the embrace of lotus blossoms—a harmonious tale of nature's beauty. Open its heart to cradle a perfume cotton ball or a fragrant bead, and carry with you the essence of a soul adorned in whispers of fragrance. Bonus: A complimentary fragrant bead accompanies the pendant, its scent chosen as a delightful surprise, adding a layer of enchantment to this cherished keepsake.
925 Silver Pendant - A Dance of Fish Among Lotus Scented Sachet #KarunaNirvana #handmadecraft
In this video, I share the process of creating a handmade Chinese rosary crafted from natural aromatic materials — a piece rooted in spiritual mindfulness and healing. These beads aren’t just beautiful; they are infused with subtle scents that help: Calm the nervous system Enhance qi (chi) flow Support meditation and energy balance Whether you use it for mantra recitation, mindfulness, or as a healing talisman, this rosary is a tool for both inner stillness and physical well-being. 🌿 Subscribe to KarunaNirvana for more videos on Buddhist wisdom, spiritual crafts, and sacred living. #karunadevi #ChineseRosary #NaturalHealing #QiEnergy #AromaticBeads #BuddhistTools #MindfulCraft
Handmade Chinese Rosary with Aromatic Beads | Qi, Calm, and Connection
In this video, I share the process of creating a handmade Chinese rosary crafted from natural aromatic materials — a piece rooted in spiritual mindfulness and healing.These beads aren’t just beautiful; they are infused with subtle scents that help:Calm the nervous systemEnhance qi (chi) flowSupport meditation and energy balanceWhether you use it for mantra recitation, mindfulness, or as a healing talisman, this rosary is a tool for both inner stillness and physical well-being.🌿 Subscribe to Karuna Devi for more videos on Buddhist wisdom, spiritual crafts, and sacred living.#KarunaDevi #ChineseRosary #NaturalHealing #QiEnergy #AromaticBeads #BuddhistTools #MindfulCraft
Handmade Chinese Rosary with Aromatic Beads | Qi, Calm, and Connection
In this video, I share the sacred process of making traditional Tibetan incense by hand — using natural herbs, woods, and resins aligned with centuries of spiritual wisdom.Each step is carried out with care, mindfulness, and purpose — to create incense that’s not just aromatic, but spiritually meaningful.Incense in Tibetan culture is used for:Cleansing energyMeditation and offeringsCreating a sacred atmosphereLet this video be a small window into the heart of tradition, where simplicity and intention become a sacred act.Subscribe to Karuna Devi to explore more Buddhist teachings, sacred crafts, and life-guiding wisdom.#KarunaDevi #TibetanIncense #BuddhistRituals #SpiritualCrafts #MindfulLiving
How Tibetan Handmade Incense Is Made | Karuna Devi
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