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Neti-Neti Meditation
Neti-Neti is one of the oldest meditation techniques in the world. Through this process of intense introspection, we discover that we are not limited to our bodies, emotions, or minds, for our true nature is actually boundless and numinous. Historically, these two simple words, Neti-Neti, have pointed the way for generations of seekers and contemplatives to free themselves from the constriction of the ego and suffering. Fortunately, you no longer have to be an expert meditator to practice or even benefit from the wisdom of Neti-Neti. It is now available for anyone seeking freedom in the knowledge of their true nature. Drawing upon his experiences as a Buddhist monk, Zen teacher, and meditation instructor, Andre Doshim Halaw has developed Neti-Neti into a full meditation practice specifically designed to address the human condition in the 21st century. Neti-Neti Meditation is a form of self-inquiry that eliminates who we think we are as a limited, separate person, and reveals our true nature as the formless, unconditioned Absolute itself, free of all imperfections and suffering. This book walks you step-by-step through the Neti-Neti process.
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54 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 10, 2013
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August 24, 2016
Continuing on the process of understanding emptiness of things and having heard about Neti-Neti (Not This, Not That) a while ago, I've decided to dive deep into reading and practicing more of this milenar approach of meditation.
It's interesting though that by negating what you perceive to be yourself can actually bring you about to awaken to what you truly are...Neti-Neti trains us to look beyond our minds, bodies, gender, culture, relationship, roles - in short, everything we normally take ourselves to be - and recognise that none of this is us. To get to the point that everything comes and returns to Nothingness is one big leap however not an easy "task" to "achieve".
Nicely put that this book (or any other for that matter) will bring about the awaken state described by practicing Neti-Neti but it makes you enquire about our personal identity which is the most complicated and compelling fictional characters ever. They are so convincing that we believe they are real.
The author has truly condensed in a magnificent way the core of Neti-Neti and that condensation leaves you with room for more questioning and investigation but making it clear that the Absolute resides within every and each one of us.
Reading is so far one of the best ways of having access to this milenar approach of meditation however nothing can substitute the practice of Neti-Neti or any other form of meditation which transcends duality and unify "you"with the inseparable Absolute.
Worth reading if you'd like to learn another type of meditation.
It's interesting though that by negating what you perceive to be yourself can actually bring you about to awaken to what you truly are...Neti-Neti trains us to look beyond our minds, bodies, gender, culture, relationship, roles - in short, everything we normally take ourselves to be - and recognise that none of this is us. To get to the point that everything comes and returns to Nothingness is one big leap however not an easy "task" to "achieve".
Nicely put that this book (or any other for that matter) will bring about the awaken state described by practicing Neti-Neti but it makes you enquire about our personal identity which is the most complicated and compelling fictional characters ever. They are so convincing that we believe they are real.
The author has truly condensed in a magnificent way the core of Neti-Neti and that condensation leaves you with room for more questioning and investigation but making it clear that the Absolute resides within every and each one of us.
Reading is so far one of the best ways of having access to this milenar approach of meditation however nothing can substitute the practice of Neti-Neti or any other form of meditation which transcends duality and unify "you"with the inseparable Absolute.
Worth reading if you'd like to learn another type of meditation.
July 1, 2019
Relatively short but enlightening read on the nature of Reality. The author describes in eloquent language what we all really are. We are "Not this, not that". If we slow down and meditate on our true nature, we will recognize that we are not who we think we are.
The book describes practical steps on how to find out true nature. We are not the I, we are not even the non-dual expression of the I, but we are the Absolute which cannot be spoken or described.
We are NOT the body.
We are NOT our senses.
We are NOT our emotions.
We are NOT our social roles.
We are NOT our thoughts and the story we create.
Whatever we think we are, we are NOT IT. And we can only arrive there by negation and deconstruction of our construction.
The steps for deconstructions are:
1. Identify the object.
2. Experience it.
3. Discern the labels.
4. Delabel it.
5. Empty it.
6. Transcend duality.
7. Negatate what remains.
The book describes practical steps on how to find out true nature. We are not the I, we are not even the non-dual expression of the I, but we are the Absolute which cannot be spoken or described.
We are NOT the body.
We are NOT our senses.
We are NOT our emotions.
We are NOT our social roles.
We are NOT our thoughts and the story we create.
Whatever we think we are, we are NOT IT. And we can only arrive there by negation and deconstruction of our construction.
The steps for deconstructions are:
1. Identify the object.
2. Experience it.
3. Discern the labels.
4. Delabel it.
5. Empty it.
6. Transcend duality.
7. Negatate what remains.
July 14, 2021
Nothing to IT
Ultimately there is nothing to be said about the content of this book, but I encourage everyone who reads this review to read the book. It can take you beyond all concepts and ideas of even your own existence. There are no words to describe this because there is no destination and no arrival. As Thich Nhat Hanh put it, "Nothing to do. nowhere to go. noone to be."
Ultimately there is nothing to be said about the content of this book, but I encourage everyone who reads this review to read the book. It can take you beyond all concepts and ideas of even your own existence. There are no words to describe this because there is no destination and no arrival. As Thich Nhat Hanh put it, "Nothing to do. nowhere to go. noone to be."
November 6, 2021
Este pequeno livro é um poderoso método destilado de autoinvestigação. Nele, você basicamente aprende como negar sistematicamente cada imagem ou ideia que tem de si mesmo, até que o Nada - sua verdadeira natureza - seja tudo o que resta. Esta técnica feita repetidamente pode te levar à iluminação.
Este livro explica o processo de meditação Neti-Neti, que tem sido fundamental na minha busca pela iluminação e é um processo de negar lentamente tudo em sua experiência ao questionar: "Eu sou isso? Não. Sou aquilo? Não. Sou isso? Não. Sou aquilo? Não." É basicamente apontar para objetos no mundo e se perguntar "sou eu?" com o objetivo final de descobrir quem e o que você é.
Você apontará para o seu corpo, seus pensamentos, suas emoções, suas memórias e, por meio desse processo muito prático, perceberá que nenhuma dessas coisas é realmente VOCÊ. Então a questão é o que você é? Bem, esse é o ponto desta meditação - você não chegará a uma resposta lógica e sim numa experimental e a resposta final (e inicial) é a iluminação - então se você está buscando a iluminação o método Neti-Neti também pode ser muito eficaz para você.
Neste livro Andre Halaw nos ensina como fazer e como aplicar esse método que, por mais simples que pareça, tem nuances. Ele nos mostra como aplicar o método a cada pedacinho de sua experiência nessa vida de modo que possa conscientemente negar tudo e não negligenciar nada e, então, finalmente chegar à sua verdadeira natureza. Se você já está fazendo uma autoinvestigação esta é uma leitura obrigatória para você.
Este livro explica o processo de meditação Neti-Neti, que tem sido fundamental na minha busca pela iluminação e é um processo de negar lentamente tudo em sua experiência ao questionar: "Eu sou isso? Não. Sou aquilo? Não. Sou isso? Não. Sou aquilo? Não." É basicamente apontar para objetos no mundo e se perguntar "sou eu?" com o objetivo final de descobrir quem e o que você é.
Você apontará para o seu corpo, seus pensamentos, suas emoções, suas memórias e, por meio desse processo muito prático, perceberá que nenhuma dessas coisas é realmente VOCÊ. Então a questão é o que você é? Bem, esse é o ponto desta meditação - você não chegará a uma resposta lógica e sim numa experimental e a resposta final (e inicial) é a iluminação - então se você está buscando a iluminação o método Neti-Neti também pode ser muito eficaz para você.
Neste livro Andre Halaw nos ensina como fazer e como aplicar esse método que, por mais simples que pareça, tem nuances. Ele nos mostra como aplicar o método a cada pedacinho de sua experiência nessa vida de modo que possa conscientemente negar tudo e não negligenciar nada e, então, finalmente chegar à sua verdadeira natureza. Se você já está fazendo uma autoinvestigação esta é uma leitura obrigatória para você.
January 4, 2021
The basic theme of "Neti Neti" is that we are the vast, empty and without attributes which are commonly referred to as the "Absolute". We are not what we think of ourselves as personality, our body and sensations or what we identity ourselves as a particular gender or role such as parent, child or sibling. The author discusses three levels of reality, the first one is called the manifest realm of matter and observable phenomena. The second is the manifest level beyond perceptions and conceptualizations and lastly the "Absolute" or the "Unmanifest". The author describes the "Absolute" as beyond all form, senses and awareness yet the author still maintains that the "Absolute" can be known. The analysis of the three levels of reality and the basis of all reality, ie. the "Absolute", seems very perplexing and difficult to grasp
May 14, 2020
I was told about this by my divorce attorney of all people and I adore her so much more for that. I’m under an immense amount of stress, and this book has allowed me to have calm in me again. So thankful. Changes how you look at life for the better.
May 27, 2021
Beautifully written and liberating
Another masterpiece by Andre Halaw. This book will open our eyes to who we truly are by negating all that can perceived or conceived of as the highest principle that pervades the manifest universe. Highly recommended.
Another masterpiece by Andre Halaw. This book will open our eyes to who we truly are by negating all that can perceived or conceived of as the highest principle that pervades the manifest universe. Highly recommended.
July 16, 2021
Not this not that
Great read. Easy to follow. A good guide for those who are looking to put Neti Neti into practice. And then to realise that even this practice will go and be forgotten.
Great read. Easy to follow. A good guide for those who are looking to put Neti Neti into practice. And then to realise that even this practice will go and be forgotten.
August 11, 2020
Nice
Very good book, a small but it has exactly what you are looking for, speaks directly and lives you without questions.
Very good book, a small but it has exactly what you are looking for, speaks directly and lives you without questions.
April 9, 2021
Not this, not that. Simple
September 13, 2021
Good process
Because the book deserves it.
I would recommend to like minded people and new seekers. This is a process you rinse and repeat.
Because the book deserves it.
I would recommend to like minded people and new seekers. This is a process you rinse and repeat.
February 25, 2024
The entire process is completely laid out. You just have to do it. I’ve read this book 2x so far.
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