ILN EP 165: Nagarjuna, Part I
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Pat was feeling empty so Ben goes hard in the paint explaining the liberating Buddhist philosophy of Nagarjuna. Considered one of the most influential philosophers in Asian history and a pioneer in early Buddhist thought, Nagarjuna extrapolated the twin pillars of Buddhist philosophy: Emptiness and dependent arising. Wrap your mind around these non-concepts, putos! (Part One) Also: patreon.com/ILearnedNothing. Give us money for bonus episodes!
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