(11-01-2012, 09:56 PM)zenmaster Wrote: I had dreams where I died and reviewed my life, but that prob don't count.
So what religion's eschatology is the closest to Ra's version of the harvest?
There is definitely an aspect of cargo cult idealism or participation mystique at work in the idea of one's role in "preparing for the harvest". So much so that it begs the question if such ritualistic thinking is actually honestly thought of as means to increase polarity (i.e. by attempting to replace impure thoughts with some idea of "loving" thoughts). It's as if the idealized abstraction of polarity or compassion substitutes for the actual thing which seems like an act of desperation. And due to the vague intuition at work, I'm not sure the confusion is eventually seen for what it is because it can and will be displaced to another future sign when satisfaction/expectation is not forthcoming.
I think it just opens up another avenue of learnings. By 'going through the motions' and not necessarily receiving the teach/learn aspects required for progress, we are then challenged with how to respond to the frustration and difficulty we have had to go through. Do we blame those around us? Do we become depressed? Or do we continue to look for chances to bring that vague intention to the table in hopes that someone or something responds with a reciprocal mindset or action?
I think you are assuming that it is easy for one to be loved by another. In many cases, it is not easy. The burden of love is too great for many to bear. They would rather walk away than bask in it, and due to such, I think there are many instances in your example where the 'desperation' is not from those living in some positive bubble, but rather is their response to desperation in others. Again, I think you're right in your observation, but definitely not all of the time. There are many facets of this world that stand end to end from each other but all hold validity. Gotta love duality.