A collection of philosophic and practical teachings given by Christopher Murphy

Public Lectures

The importance of cultivating an unwavering desire for the truth. (Part of a lecture given on January 30, 2022)

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An Overwhelming Desire For The Truth

In this talk, Christopher talks about the value of engaging in consistent spiritual practice and effort. (An excerpt from a lecture given on July 14th, 2024). 

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The Importance of Spiritual Practice

In this recording, Christopher Murphy delves into the nuanced differences between gnosis and sambodhi. He explains that while sambodhi represents a state of complete enlightenment or liberation, gnosis refers to a transformative shift in everyday consciousness—a deep reorientation of self and perception through meditation and direct insight. He illustrates how these states alter the day-to-day experience of being, paving the way for a profound spiritual awakening. (Part of a Q&A session given on February 25, 2024.)

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Gnosis and Sambodhi

In this lecture, Christopher explains that the key distinction between a novice and a master spiritual practitioner lies in the intensity, sincerity, and sense of urgency with which they apply themselves.

Sense of Urgency on the Spiritual Path

Christopher Murphy answers the question by a student "Can you speak about delusions and how to prevent the mind from morphing reality into something negative?" 

The mind is a shape-shifter, constantly forming identities, narratives, and perceptions. Spiritual practice often helps it take on more positive forms. Ultimately, all forms are delusions. True liberation means going beyond all shapes, identities, and desires into a formless, desireless awareness.

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Delusions and the Shape-Shifting Mind

A lecture on the 3 Awakenings of Deity, Energy and Awareness.

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3 Awakenings

Philosophy is the pathless path; our inborn search for Truth. It is the hope of Christopher Murphy that through his teaching endeavors he can remind others of this innate search for Truth and empower them to see the Eternal with their own eyes.

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Gnosis and Sambodhi

Three Awakenings