/lit/ - Literature

I used to be really into Buddhism, hardcore theravada, but I just could not get past the metaphysics, such as the whole rebirth/karma beliefs, the sex negativity (really fucked up my sexual development).

That being said I enjoyed the meditation techniques and some of the philosophical views such as anatman still make a lot of sense to me. All in all, it's a mixed bag, like all religions or philosophical systems. Take what's useful for you and find your own way is my advice. For what's it's worth, look into Tantra (Buddhist or Hindu), it's a lot more life affirming and still has a lot of what makes Buddhism cool. Pic related, it's what I'm reading at the moment.

Also here's a book on Buddhist tantra by Lama Yeshe:
http://promienie.files.wordpress.com/2013/12/l_yeshe-intro2tantra.pdf

and read this dude's blog if you're interested in tantra and a tantric critique of Modern Buddhism:

http://meaningness.wordpress.com/

>>4960780
I actually read Garfield's translation, its not a very fun read I'll tell you that. It's highly technical and a lot of time is spent on solving ancient Indian philosophical issues. Emptiness is cool though.