Daily Words of the Buddha for October 08, 2018

Pāli Word a Day for October 08, 2018  —  nirodha — the cessation

Udakañhi nayanti nettikā;
usukārā namayanti tejanaṃ;
dāruṃ namayanti tacchakā;
attānaṃ damayanti paṇḍitā.

Irrigators regulate the rivers;
fletchers straighten the arrow shaft;
carpenters shape the wood;
the wise control themselves.

Dhammapada 6.80

The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom, translated from Pāli by Acharya Buddharakkhita

Card of the Day – 3 Of Cups – Monday, October 8, 2018

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Celebrations are in order! First up, we have Mars, our planet of action and energy, which has been off balance since it first entered its shadow phase back on May 12. The of course, there was Mars retrograde from June 26 through August 27. Are you hearing that ding, ding, ding, in your head when these dates are mentioned? Well, today, Mars finally leaves shadow and gives you the green light to energetically tackle some of your ongoing projects. You may wish to check to see where Mars in Aquarius and the current Venus retrograde in Scorpio may affect you, so as to know how to apply yourself.

Second, but not least, your calendar will either show the New Moon in Libra as today or tomorrow, nevertheless, New Moon blessings to all! New Moons are always a cause for celebration, as we set forth our intentions for that which we…

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New Moon in Libra 17° – Monday, October 8, 2018 11:47pm

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At this New Moon in Libra, there will be some sort of turning point, and the directions it will be sending you to are parts unknown. Set a course for adventure; do you dare risk it all for that which would be emotionally fulfilling to you? This is a karmic evolution if you will, and by the time of the time of the Full Moon in Taurus, your passions will be stoked, and you will finally feel you can make a choice.

This is always a special New Moon, and it has you defending what you believe in as well as what is rightfully yours. As Jupiter in Scorpio is winding down, you are being asked to review what it is you want, what you are willing to leave behind to get it, and what you hope to create. It would appear that, for the moment, even if your mind…

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Card of the Day – The Moon – Sunday, October 7, 2018

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Let’s talk about the Moon today, shall we. First of all, today the Moon is in Virgo, making it a great time to do all things organizational, and perhaps clean out a closet, or two. Second, the Moon will be void-of-course for most of you for the majority of the day, before it makes its entrance into Libra. A void-of-course Moon is when the Moon has had its last major aspect to a planet, such as a conjunction, or opposition. During this void-of-course, I tend to take on a Mercury retrograde attitude. It is not a good time for important communications, nor should you begin anything new. Third, the Moon is in its Balsamic phase, which pairs nicely with the void-of-course, and the fact that it is Sunday. It is a good time to just chill; fill your day with relaxing activities, including meditation, as the Moon continues to wane…

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Daily Words of the Buddha for October 07, 2018

Pāli Word a Day for October 07, 2018  —  sacca — the truth

Dhammapīti sukhaṃ seti
vippasannena cetasā.
Ariyappavedite dhamme
sadā ramati paṇḍito.

One who drinks deep the Dhamma
lives happily with a tranquil mind.
The wise one ever delights in the Dhamma
made known by the Noble One (the Buddha).

Dhammapada 6.79
The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom, translated from Pāli by Acharya Buddharakkhita

Blasphemy! by Starstuff, Contemplating

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Blasphemy laws are one of the most egregious and severe forms of religious privilege.  It is the use of state-sponsored violence to attack someone for speaking in ways that religious leaders don’t like.   Yet many countries, including the United States, still have blasphemy laws, and people are still killed for blasphemy. We may see yet another piece of blasphemy history in a few weeks.  

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New Moon October 8th/9th 2018 ~ ALCHEMY

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This powerful New Moon in LIBRA ~ is On October 9th, 2018 at 12:46 am ADT. This will be a powerful frequency activation impacting YOU uniquely, based on your own unique energy and Life Plan. 

This New Moon in Libra (Sun conjunct Moon) is a powerful new beginning ~ OPPORTUNITY for you.

The impact will be felt for 4 weeks, till the next New Moon on November 7th, 2018.

The Most powerful frequency moments to make changes ~ of Newness, are during the first 2 weeks after the New Moon.

The New Moon is quincunx Neptune ~ With this aspect, Sun quincunx Neptune, has the potential to activate a sense of glamour, intrigue and the Mystical to the forefront, and the balance thereof.

Balance of the ALCHEMY of what once was…into what NOW is revealing itself, in what ever form that appears to you, such as, your body, your diet, your…

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Card of the Day – 6 of Wands – Saturday, October 6, 2018

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Welcome to Venus retrograde in Scorpio; expect the extreme around love, money, and beauty. As soon as I saw today’s card, I heard “cheers and jeers”, “applause and boos”. There are definitely two extremes to this vibe today, and this is only the beginning, not the end, of the story.

Today you will see, or experience, that boost in confidence, riding high on success, one’s fifteen minutes of fame, praise for a job well done, etc. However, on the flip side of the coin, there is this feeling of what can only be termed as a fall from grace, and someone is definitely falling off their high horse. Expect the vast protests and counterprotests to continue, no matter which way things are going. Venus is all about the Divine Feminine, and it is entirely possible to see an uprising of women. So, remember, no matter what you see happening today…

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Daily Words of the Buddha for October 06, 2018

Pāli Word a Day for October 06, 2018  —  taraṇa — going across, passing over, traversing

Saddhā tarati oghaṃ,
appamādena aṇṇavaṃ.
Vīriyena dukkhamacceti.
Paññāya parisujjhati.

Through conviction one crosses over the flood.
Through heedfulness, the sea.
Through persistence one overcomes suffering & stress.
Through discernment a person is purified.

Sutta Nipāta 1.186
Translated from Pāli by Thanissaro Bhikkhu

Homeopathy | Doctors Confirm That The Cartilages Of The Hip And Knees Are Regenerated In A Week Using The Mixture Of These Herbs – Healthy Food House

Hip and knee pain can be extremely intense and debilitating, aggravating even the simplest movements. To soothe the pain, patients usually use painkillers that just temporarily numb it, and might lead to severe side-effects. On the other hand, doctors suggest the use of natural herbs as an effective way to treat joint pain and regenerate […]

Source: Doctors Confirm That The Cartilages Of The Hip And Knees Are Regenerated In A Week Using The Mixture Of These Herbs – Healthy Food House

Venus Retrograde in Scorpio/Libra 10/05/18 – 11/16/18: Diving Deep

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Retro-what?

When a planet stations retrograde it enters a part of its orbit where it appears to be moving backwards from Earth’s perspective. Even though the planet is not actually moving backwards, astrologically, this phase translates to a period of “backwards” or unusual behavior by the planet, and a time of introspection, and review for many of us.

While most are somewhat familiar with or at least have heard about the inconveniences of Mercury retrograde, the retrograde cycles of other planets – like Venus – are less commonly talked about. Part of the reason for this may be due to the fact that Mercury stations retrograde pretty frequently: about 3 weeks, 3-4 times a year, whereas Venus only stations retrograde every 19 months for about 6 weeks. In comparison to the retrograde cycles of all the planets, Venus spends the least amount of time retrograde. Because of the infrequency of…

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Daily Words of the Buddha for October 05, 2018

Pāli Word a Day for October 05, 2018  —  pahānāya — for the destruction of

Aññā hi lābhūpanisā,
aññā nibbānagāminī.
Evametaṃ abhiññāya,
bhikkhu buddhassa sāvako,
sakkāraṃ nābhinandeyya,
vivekamanubrūhaye.

One is the quest for worldly gain,
and quite another is the path to Nibbana.
Clearly understanding this,
let not the monk, the disciple of the Buddha,
be carried away by worldly acclaim,
but develop detachment instead.

Dhammapada 5.75
The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom, translated from Pāli by Acharya Buddharakkhita

How to survive Venus Retrograde. 40 days of resistance

Tara Greene www.taratarot.com's avatarTara Greene,Tarot,Astrology,Psychic

This is the last day before Venus Retrogrades October 5 @ 12:04 pm PDT/ 3:04 pm EDT. 

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Venus Retrograde Illustration oil painting by Napoleon Brousseau

Ready or not- Ready is a re prefix word. here she comes or goes.

For 40 days and 40 nights Venus which rules love, women, creativity, sex, money, beauty, values and balance will be undergoing a death and rebirth from Scorpio back to Libra the sign she rules and the sign of balance.

Venus keywords:  women, friendships, artists, finances, fashion, genitals, girls, money lenders, good taste, the throat chakra [Taurus} truces, weddings, actors, wages, etc.

Expect all relationships to go through a deep review.

Basically do all the RE- PREFIX HINGS. Everything that starts with RE is the modus operendi.

Resistance- women will be doing this big time.

Resist the urge to buy anything. Venus rules shopping. DO NOT CONSUME anything new for 40 days…

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A Review of the Physiological and Toxicological Effects of Peppermint Oil in Gastrointestinal Disorders

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A centuries-old remedy for a variety of gastrointestinal complaints, data indicate that peppermint (Mentha × piperita, Lamiaceae) may be beneficial in clinical treatment.  Peppermint is a generally sterile hybrid between water mint (M. aquatica) and spearmint (M. spicata) thought to have occurred naturally. Peppermint essential oil (PEO), obtained by distillation from fresh leaves, has been used for centuries for gastrointestinal (GI) ailments. The authors reviewed the literature on PEO’s metabolism, effects on GI physiology, clinical use, efficacy, and safety. An electronic search found over 2800 articles published through July 15, 2017. Following review and searches of reference lists, 96 articles were selected for inclusion in this report. In evaluating interventions for clinical disorders, only randomized, placebo-controlled trials (RCTs) were considered. No language restrictions on their search were mentioned.

Pharmacokinetic knowledge of PEO in humans is limited. PEO pharmacokinetics are highly dependent on the formulation…

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Cannabis: Answer to The Opioid Crisis?

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Opioid drugs* like oxycodone, hydrocodone, methadone, and heroin caused over 28,000 deaths in the United States in 2014, more than any earlier year on record, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It was estimated in 2012 that about 2.1 million Americans suffered substance abuse disorders related to prescribed opioids and another half million were addicted to heroin. From 1999 to 2014, the number of prescription opioids sold in the United States more than quadrupled, as did related deaths, “yet there has not been an overall change in the amount of pain that Americans report.” Chronic pain affects 11.2% of US adults (about 100 million), with 3-4% of those receiving long-term opioid therapy at an annual cost of $635 billion.

However, in those states that allow medical use of cannabis (Cannabis sativa, Cannabaceae), opioid-related mortality has declined significantly since enactment of such laws. The use…

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Card of the Day – 8 of Pentacles – Friday, October 5, 2018

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By now you have heard that, Venus, currently in Scorpio, will retrograde today through November 16. This only happens every year-and-a-half. Also today, the Moon, which has been in Leo, will be void-of-course for the majority of the day. Today is really screaming at everyone not to do anything new.  But, the 8 of Pentacles demands your undivided attention.

So, it is Friday, perhaps the end of your work week. You may have many projects which need your attention, and with the 8 of Pentacles in the mix, it is imperative to shut out the distractions of the world and give your all to the tasks before you. However, above I mentioned a Venus retrograde and a void-of-course Moon, and said not to begin new projects. Today is best served going over the things on your To-Do List which you have already begun, being extra meticulous, and perhaps even going…

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2018 Libran Double Dog New Moon

Susan Levitt's avatarSusan Levitt

NEW MOON in LIBRA

Oct 8 2018 is a new Moon in Libra. Air sign Libra rules the 7th house of partnership and marriage, and is symbolized by the scales of justice. This lunar month is time to focus on fairness in relationships. Libra is ruled by Venus to easily appreciate art and beauty.

Venus is retrograde for six weeks every one and a half years. Venus is retrograde from Oct 5 to Nov 16. From Oct 5 to Oct 30, Venus is retrograde in Scorpio. Deep-feeling Water sign Scorpio can bring emotional awareness. Oct 31 to Nov 16, Venus is in Libra bringing a need for balanced reciprocity in all interactions. Relationships with weak bonds might be tumultuous or become less important. Should you require my services regarding relationships, contact me for a tarot card reading.

The new Moon and Sun in Libra trine Mars in Aquarius adding strength…

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Daily Words of the Buddha for October 04, 2018

Pāli Word a Day for October 04, 2018  —  tejavant — splendid, powerful, majestic

Yassa nittiṇṇo paṅko,
Maddito kāmakaṇṭako,
Mohakkhayaṃ anuppatto
Sukhadukkhesu na vedhatī sa bhikkhū.

That bhikkhu who has crossed the mire,
Crushed the thorn of sensual desire,
And reached the destruction of delusion
Is not perturbed by pleasures and pains.

Udāna 3.22
The Udāna and the Itivuttaka, trans. John D. Ireland