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Tharpa

Ordinary worldling (putthujana) Buddhist student, meditator and practitioner for ~40 years. I think that an intelligent understanding of the First Precept (Not Killing) leads inevitably to a vegetarian diet.

"My" Teacher: Ven. Ampitiye Sri Rahula

Occupation: Software Engineer.
Favorite Collection of Books: The Tipitika

Email: v8vqwtedmh@snkmail.com

May all beings, in or out of the womb, be well, happy and peaceful.

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