The first Noble Truth of Buddhism is frequently translated into English as, "Life is suffering." The highest level that can be achieved in Buddhist practice is called Nirvana -- often perceived as a state of new-age bliss or paradisiacal transcendence; literally, however, the word means something like "emptiness" or "extinguishment" or "nothing." You can see…
Stereogum — The first Noble Truth of Buddhism is frequently translated into English as, "Life is suffering." The highest level that can be achieved in Buddhist practice is called Nir... more info