✝️ Listen to The Hidden Teachings of Jesus Christ Audio Course - ONLY on Next Level Soul TV! 👉 https://nextlevelsoul.com/true-jesus Continue your journey with FREE Next Level Soul Masterclasses exploring near-death experiences, channeling, consciousness, healing, manifestation, meditation, and more. Start here: https://nextlevelsoul.com/free-courses --------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- --------------- All links to today's guest's books and official site - click below: 👉 http://www.nextlevelsoul.com/445 Books by Robert Thurman 👉 https://amzn.to/3K7dSoJ --------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- --------------- In the luminous tapestry of today's conversation, we welcome the venerable Robert Thurman, a scholar, author, and advocate of Tibetan Buddhism. Robert Thurman, renowned for his dedication to the teachings of the Buddha and his efforts to bridge Eastern wisdom with Western understanding, graced us with profound insights and enlightening anecdotes. The dialogue began with Thurman's evocative recollection of ancient India, a land brimming with spiritual richness, transcending time and geography. He posited that Jesus might have journeyed to India, absorbing the profound spiritual sciences there. This blend of historical musings and spiritual traditions set the tone for a discussion that seamlessly wove past and present, highlighting the timeless relevance of spiritual exploration. Thurman’s journey into Tibetan Buddhism, a path not tread lightly, was marked by his initial attraction to Indian Buddhism. Upon his arrival in India in 1962, he discovered the Tibetans as the true custodians of Buddhist wisdom, owing to the transformative historical upheavals that India had undergone. His narrative was imbued with both humor and deep reverence as he recounted how the Tibetans, having preserved their monastic traditions, became his spiritual guides. This realization propelled him into the heart of Tibetan Buddhism, leading to a lifelong commitment to compassion and enlightenment. One of the most captivating segments of our dialogue was Thurman’s exploration of the fierce Buddhas. Often misunderstood, these fierce deities embody a protective and transformative energy, akin to a mother’s ferocious love in shielding her child from danger. Thurman emphasized that these fierce Buddhas help practitioners confront and conquer the darker aspects of their subconscious, leading to profound spiritual liberation. "The purpose of deep spiritual psychotherapy," he explained, "is to conquer those negative things in the unconscious, so they don't drag you in a bad way when you're reborn." Please enjoy my conversation with Robert Thurman. Timecodes: 0:00 - Episode Teaser 0:42 - Robert's interest to Tibetan Buddhism 6:03 - What are some fears in Buddhism? 7:44 - What is the origin of Buddhism? 15:18 - The impact of Buddhism on Tibetan culture and politics. 20:58 - Buddha's Journey 36:30 - What was Teenage Jesus like? 43:56 - How can the enlightened ones make miracles? 55:15 - How a Dalai Lama gets chosen? 1:07:42 - "All lives happening all at once" 1:14:44 - Living a fulfilled life 1:16:38 - Advice to young Bob 1:18:50 - Definition of God or Source 1:20:58 - What is love? 1:32:12 - Robert's work --------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- --------------- Subscribe to NLS Podcast: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@NextLevelSoul Subscribe to NLS Clip: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/ @NextLevelSoulClips Next Level Soul is Now Available in Spanish, German, French, & Many More! Click Here and Choose Your Language 👉 https://nextlevelsoul.com/world Join the movement to elevate consciousness and share these profound teachings globally: 👉 https://www.nextlevelsoul.tv --------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- --------------- Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Next Level Soul, its subsidiaries, or any entities they represent. --------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- --------------- 🌟 Listen to the podcast: Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://nextlevelsoul.com/apple Spotify ➡️ https://nextlevelsoul.com/spotify 🚫 Re-uploads or ANY use of our content is prohibited. #nextlevelsoul #spirituality #jesus #dalailama #buddha #story #tibetan