The Naturalistic Teachings of the Buddha: Study, practice, and discussion of the Discourse on the Simile of the Cloth

This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2026.08.20 at the Sati Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* One of the most remarkable and original teachings of the Buddha is found in 7th discourse in the Middle Length Discourses. Couched in a short, fun story, this text describes insight and the unfolding of the path in naturalistic terms that are as relevant today as in the time of the Buddha. We will…