Kenneth Leong·Nov 13, 2024Buddhism and the Criterion of FallibilityIn a recent exchange, a philosopher friend commented about the relationship between Buddhism and science: “The first criterion of…
Kenneth Leong·Nov 9, 2024The Kalama Sutta: A Balanced InterpretationThe Kalama Sutta, a revered discourse attributed to the Buddha, is often viewed as a foundational text advocating for free inquiry and…
Kenneth Leong·Oct 22, 2024Free Inquiry, Tradition, and ModernityIn response to a recent inquiry about the Kalama Sutta, someone posed a thought-provoking question: “If free inquiry contradicts scriptures…
Kenneth Leong·Oct 21, 2024Buddha’s Rebellion: The Roots of Free Inquiry in the Sramana MovementIn a recent discussion on the authenticity of the Pali Canon, a commenter suggested that I rely too heavily on the Kalama Sutta to advocate…
Kenneth Leong·Oct 15, 2024Did Buddha limit the charter of free inquiry to only a certain group of people?The Kalama Sutta is often regarded as the Buddha’s charter of free inquiry, emphasizing the importance of questioning and critical thinking…
