How Free is Our Will? The Buddhist teaching on Non-Self
During a Dhamma conversation led by Piotr Planeta, Ajahn Brahmali and Venerable Karunika discussed the complex connection between free will and the Buddhist principle of anatta, which refers to the absence of a permanent self.
Ajahn Brahmali, esteemed for his expertise in Pali language and early Buddhist texts, and Ven. Karuna, a senior monastic with a background in microbiology, delve into various perspectives on free will, including hard determinism, conditioning, and indeterminism.
They explore how conditioning influences human behavior and debate the extent of personal agency within Buddhist philosophy.
Emphasizing the importance of mindfulness and associating with wise teachers, they underscore the ongoing journey of spiritual practice.
Their insightful dialogue offers profound insights into the nature of consciousness, volition, and the illusion of self, inviting viewers to contemplate these profound teachings and their implications for daily life and spiritual growth.
