[jhfsdhf]

It doesn't matter either way if what each individual has to teach is of value.

That's true, but not my main concern.

I'm trying to develop a better understanding of the nature of enlightenment. Is enlightenment possible? Are there degrees of enlightenment? How do we identify enlightened people? If I were enlightened (fat chance!) how would I know it? When people claim to be enlightened, apparently in good faith, when they are not, what has gone wrong?

I know some people who meditate assiduously because they believe that they can achieve enlightenment in this lifetime. I also know people who meditate regularly, though they think the whole idea of enlightenment is silly. At the moment, I don't have an opinion one way or the other.

I know what the scriptures say. I'm interested to know what the subscribers say.

Cheers,

Bopshibobshibop