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#1

Hello Dear Members _/_

I Have been a student of Buddhism since 2000, I have a Tibetan Lama as my teacher…I do not practice yoga asanas…but I would like to join a yoga center in my area some day. I came here specifically to ask a question:

I have faith that real yogis can be Immortal…and I have faith that they can and do have Powers (such as the ability to walk on water,speed walk, fly, walk through walls, etc) Many people that I try to discuss these things with think I am gullible to believe such things. I have read the autobiographies of the Mahasiddhas, Milarepa, Padmasembhava & Lady of the Lotus Born…I never doubted that what I read was TRUE.

The Question:

What can I say to people that think these things are impossible ?
I already know what your gonna say ! (“Nothing” ! )

LOL

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#2

You can say whatever you want.

And welcome to the forum :slight_smile:

#3

I have to agree with David.
Glad to have you here, welcome!

#4

Hello Sandy,

Your post has several facets.
So I’ll try to divide a bit so that I can respond to what is contained.

First, I presume your statement of being a Buddhist is merely flavor for the post as it would have nothing to do with the content that follows. It simply tells us something about you as an introduction, which is very welcome. All to often the community is subjected to “drive-by”.

Second is the issue of powers relative to Yoga. And I can speak to this only from the perspective of my studies. While powers are very much possible and they (“powers”) would vary perhaps even covering the specific things you mention - it is merely another distraction on the path of evolution. Setting immortality aside, those powers do not particularly lend themselves to the evolution of spirit in the person doing them. Floating does not necessarily manifest more light in the cells. It does not necessarily allow for divinity to descend into matter. In this way it is much the same as mistaking words for prayer. It is the actual feeling behind, not the words of, which facilitate the depth of communication.

Having said that, I personally would not be struggling with what I tell others and whether they believe it or not. Often our looking for reassurance or validation from others is merely a window into our own insecurities -of which I certainly have several. When we are at ease and comfortable with who we are, with what we believe, it matters not what the neighbor thinks or what our peers do. This, in fact, is the path of Yoga - knowing the self deeply.

#5

[QUOTE=sandylotus;39960]The Question:

What can I say to people that think these things are impossible ?
I already know what your gonna say ! (“Nothing” ! )[/QUOTE]

Your answer to your own question is true. Nothing you say will convince those who think these things are impossible otherwise.

But, welcome to the forum.

#6

Thank you all for the welcome…and for your thoughtful responses _/_

#7

Welcome to the forum!

Often times the truth scares people. As long as you know and believe, there is no need to explain or justify. Just enjoy!

#8

haha Nothing.

#9

I have no doubt in what you are saying …none whatsoever
welcome