2023.06.07 11:48 SpecialistNo1435 1/- Naked mole rats and there extreme uniqueness genuinely you might wanna take a peak. I talk about their division of labor, cooperative care, communication, aspects of biology. I’m only talking about the most interesting ones to me.
Naked mole rats have a eusocial colony like ants and bees with very efficient work schedules
- Division of labor:
2023.06.07 11:47 rockus r/Kerala will join the blackout from June 12-14 in protest of Reddit's API changes that will kill 3rd Party Apps
2023.06.07 11:47 kathmandu_ Struggling with value
![]() | I didn’t strictly adhere to the cylinder’s proportions (though I probably should have), and instead tried focusing on value. I’ll add that the cast shadow is way off. submitted by kathmandu_ to learntodraw [link] [comments] That aside, value eludes me, it has always been a struggle for me. I understand that it will take time at first, but I feel that my approach is way off. I see people mention seeing light and dark as shapes, and I kind of get what that means (if someone could elaborate on that, that would surely help), but I often find myself struggling to figure out how to draw the small changes in value. I feel one of the problems is how I start these studies. The little cylinder at the top left shows how I usually start these studies (but on a larger scale), with the plane facing the light left empty, and the receding side and cast shadow filled in. Should I try different mediums and shading techniques (like crosshatching) at this stage? Anyone got kick ass rendering videos and/or courses to suggest for a beginner? Any tips appreciated. Thanks |
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2023.06.07 11:43 kathmandu_ Struggling with value
![]() | I didn’t strictly adhere to the cylinder’s proportions (though I probably should have), and instead tried focusing on value. I’ll add that the cast shadow is way off. submitted by kathmandu_ to learnart [link] [comments] That aside, value eludes me, it has always been a struggle for me. I understand that it will take time at first, but I feel that my approach is way off. I see people mention seeing light and dark as shapes, and I kind of get what that means (if someone could elaborate on that, that would surely help), but I often find myself struggling to figure out how to draw the small changes in value. I feel one of the problems is how I start these studies. The little cylinder at the top left shows how I usually start these studies (but on a larger scale), with the plane facing the light left empty, and the receding side and cast shadow filled in. Should I try different mediums and shading techniques (like crosshatching) at this stage? Anyone got kick ass rendering videos and/or courses to suggest for a beginner? Thanks |
2023.06.07 11:43 habertusba Experience the Thrilling Adventure of Resident Evil: Death Island – Release Date, Cast, Plot, and Trailer Revealed!
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2023.06.07 11:41 EducationalSky8620 The Universal Way of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva- A Public Domain Translation of Chapter 25 of the Lotus Sutra
![]() | submitted by EducationalSky8620 to Buddhism [link] [comments] https://preview.redd.it/zvzzb14mgk4b1.png?width=602&format=png&auto=webp&s=78d3b2e3cabaf81554fe7ca27b7e8e50729713aa The Universal Way of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva The Bodhisattva of Boundless Will arose from his seat, bared his right shoulder, turned towards the Buddha with joined palms and asked: “World Honored One, we yearn to know why the Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara, He Who Hears and Heeds the Sounds of the World, is titled thus?” The Buddha replied to Boundless Will: “Virtuous Son! If a multitude of distressed sentient beings, ensnared in myriad sorrows, cry out with one heart the name of Avalokitesvara, the Bodhisattva will heed their cries and release them from suffering. If those who uphold Avalokitesvara’s name were thrown into a raging inferno, they would, by the astonishing power of the Bodhisattva, be immune from the flames. And if swept away by turbulent tides, they would reach the shallows. Likewise, whenever the many who cross the oceans in search of a fortune in gold, silver, red coral, pearls and precious stones find baneful winds forcing them into perilous or haunted waters, then the whole vessel may be steered to safety if just one among them chants the name of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva. For these reasons, he is honored as He Who Hears and Heeds the Sounds of the World.” “Furthermore, if soon to be victims of violence cry for Avalokitesvara, the attacking blades shall break and leave them uninjured. Should a mighty host of Yakshas and Rakshasas —vast enough to cover the universe— march forth to torment others, then these fearsome ghosts, upon encountering someone who holds the name of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva, would be unable to even gaze at them with evil eyes, let alone do any harm. And all who are chained and fettered, whether guilty or not, will be freed and their restraints shattered upon invoking the name of Avalokitesvara. Moreover, say a merchant caravan laden with wealth and goods is about to pass through a perilous path surrounded by hoards of marauders—men with hearts hardened by hatred and grievances. If at that time one of the merchants addressed his peers: ‘My good fellows, be not afraid, for let us all chant with one heart the name of Avalokitesvara, the one who bestows fearlessness, and be thus freed from these marauders,’ then the merchants, upon chanting ‘Homage to Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva,’ will be released from all danger and be able to see their goods to safety.” “Boundless Will, the divine powers of Avalokitesvara Mahabodhisattva are ever so glorious. If beings stricken with lust or malice or ignorance often recall the Bodhisattva and cherish his name, they will see their vices recede. Boundless Will, Avalokitesvara possesses such bountiful and penetrating spiritual powers, thus, all beings must keep his name close to their hearts. If a woman wishing for a son prays and makes offerings to Avalokitesvara, she will have a son replete with fortune and wisdom. If she prays for a daughter, she will be blessed with a virtuous daughter of graceful countenance, honored by all. Boundless Will! Avalokitesvara has such awe inspiring powers, sentient beings who reverently pray to him will have not done so in vain, and shall receive endless good fortune. This is why all must receive and keep the name of Avalokitesvara.” “Boundless Will, say someone faithfully upholds the names of Bodhisattvas as numerous as sand grains in sixty two hundred million Ganges Rivers, and offered bed linens, robes, alms food and medicines to each and every one of them for a lifetime, would not the merit of such a virtuous man or woman be great?” “Certainly, World Honored One,” was the reply from Boundless Will. The Buddha continued: “On the other hand, if someone else who holds only the name of Avalokitesvara bows and makes offerings but once to him, the merit and blessings attained will be equal to that of the previous person, and shall last for all time. Boundless Will! The blessings reaped from keeping the name of Avalokitesvara are unlimited and unending.” The Bodhisattva of Boundless Will then asked the Buddha: “World Honored One, how does Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva tour the Saha world and minister to the masses? What is his way of preaching?” The Buddha replied: “Virtuous Son, if the inhabitants of a land must meet a Buddha to be liberated, Avalokitesvara will appear in the form of a Buddha and minister to them. He will manifest as a Paccekabuddha to those who have such affinities, and as an Arhat to those who seek one. If people are to be liberated by the Great Brahma King, he will appear as one and preach the Dharma, and if an audience requires the form of the Heavenly Father, he will appear as the Heavenly Father. If beings need to be ministered to by a deva from the Heaven of the Unburdened, he will appear as one, and likewise manifest as a deva from the Greater Heaven of the Unburdened when required. If the need to appear as a Celestial Marshal arises, he will do so and preach in that form. If the form of the Celestial King Kubera is sought for, he will oblige. The same is true for the forms of princes, elders, householders, magistrates, brahmins, monks, nuns, lay devotees, consorts, matrons, youthful sons or pure maidens. He will furthermore appear as any god, dragon, yaksha, gandharva, asura, garuda, kinnara, mahoraga, human or nonhuman. And for those destined to be liberated by a Vajra God, he will manifest accordingly and preach the Dharma to them as a Vajra God.” “Boundless Will! These are the meritorious deeds of Avalokitesvara, he graces all the lands in myriad different bodies and liberates all. So fail not to single-mindedly make offerings to Avalokitesvara, for it is this Mahabodhisattva who bestows fearlessness in moments of peril. He is known across the Saha world as the one who dispels all dangers and disasters.” The Bodhisattva of Boundless Will declared: “ World Honored One, I shall now make an offering to Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva.” As he removed his bejeweled Livery Collar—a treasure equal to a thousand gold staters— and presented it before Avalokitesvara, he said, “O Humane One, please receive this pious offering of pearls and jewels.” Being ever humble, the Bodhisattva declined the gift. In response, the Bodhisattva of Boundless Will beseeched again, “Humane One, please accept this offering out of pity for me!” At that moment, the Buddha said to Avalokitesvara: “You must accept this pious offering out of compassion for Boundless Will, the four assemblies, and for the gods, dragons, yakshas, gandharvas, asuras, garudas, kinnaras, mahoragas, humans and nonhumans.” Thus, out of compassion for them all, Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva accepted the gift, halved it, and offered a portion each to the Buddha and the Myriad Jeweled Stupa. “Boundless Will! Such is the supreme spiritual power of Avalokitesvara, he who is ever present across the entire Saha World.” The Bodhisattva of Boundless Will then asked in verse: “O World Honored One of wondrous countenance, I now seek once more the origins of this Heir of Buddha, The One Who Hears And Heeds the Sounds of the World!” And so, The Eminent One of Excellent Features replied To Boundless Will in mellifluous verse: “Hear the Ways of Avalokitesvara, he who manifests in myriad places, Has resolve deeper than oceans, he who has waited upon Countless Buddhas over endless eons, and kept the Great Vows of Purity. I shall now tell of the miracles Granted to those who hear his name, see his person, Those who hold his name close to their hearts, For their many sorrows shall all wither into dust! Say the murderous plot to push you into a fiery pit, Abide in Avalokitesvara and the fiery pit will turn into A delightful pond. Or if you are cast adrift in a mighty Sea, surrounded by hydras, sea-nymphs and devil whales, Abide in Avalokitesvara and the shallows shall appear. If you are pushed off Mount Meru, abide in Avalokitesvara And you will float in the void like the Sun. Suppose you are Pursued by hounds to the edge of the Vajra Cliff, abide in Avalokitesvara and see not one hair harmed. Or if you Are trapped by extortionists, armed and ready to do harm, Abide in Avalokitesvara and see forgiveness and mercy Swell in their hearts. Or if you are ensnared in the laws of Magistrates and sent to the guillotine, abide in Avalokitesvara And the blade shall break into pieces; if chained and fettered, Then the restraints shall be shattered and liberty regained. If you are victim of the dark arts, of curses and vexes, Abide in Avalokitesvara and the malice shall backfire Onto the culprit. And should you meet fearsome Rakshasas, venomous basilisks and other ghosts, abide in Avalokitesvara and none would dare haunt you. Or if You are circled by ferocious beasts, teeth and claws Long and sharp, abide in Avalokitesvara and see them scatter Away in every direction. Cobras and scorpions, toxic vapors And thick smoke, all dissipate when the name Of Avalokitesvara resounds in the air. And so too Ominous clouds, striking lightning, hail and rainstorms— Fading before the powers of Avalokitesvara. The multitude Of sentient beings, ensnared in myriad sorrows, shall find Release in the wondrous wisdom of Avalokitesvara, which Can alleviate all worldly pains and anxieties. Replete with Divine powers, and forever perfecting his wisdom and ease, He manifests in all the lands across the ten quarters. The manifold states of woe, the hells, ghost realms and Beastly domains, the suffering of birth, old age, illness, and Death shall all recede. Heeding purity and truth, heeding the Vast body of wisdom, heeding benevolence and compassion, May all forever admire him with resolve and praise. Radiance pure and unblemished, like sagacious solar rays Dispelling the darkness, able to tame all disasters from wind to Fire, and illume without bounds the whole universe. He is The body of benevolence, with thundering virtue, pouring forth The ambrosia of truth to extinguish the embers of anguish. If you are mired in prosecutions or caught in the throes of Battle, abide in Avalokitesvara and all enmity shall vanish. The wondrous sounds of Avalokitesvara, so pure like Serene waves, peerless in this world, who could afford Not to keep his name? Cherishing each chant with true faith, The pure and sagely Avalokitesvara is your rock in times of Pain and peril. Replete with merit and eyes of benevolence, Blessings boundless like the ocean, worthy of reverence!” In the end, the Bodhisattva Who Shouldered the Earth rose and proclaimed before the Buddha: “O World Honored One, anyone able to hear this sermon on the boundless deeds of Avalokitesvara and his universal works of mercy surely has an abundance of merit.” And as the Buddha spoke this Sutra, the myriad beings in the congregation before Him vowed for Unsurpassed Bodhi. Namo Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva! Namo Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva! Namo Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva! Namo Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva! Namo Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva! Namo Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva! Namo Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva! Namo Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva! Namo Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva! Homage to the Greatly Compassionate, Greatly Benevolent, Avalokitesvara Mahabodhisattva! Source: https://avalokitesvarashrine.quora.com/The-Universal-Way-of-Avalokitesvara-Bodhisattva-A-Public-Domain-Translation-of-Chapter-25-of-the-Lotus-Sutra |
2023.06.07 11:40 spencer3101 Spotlight on Ghost team
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2023.06.07 11:37 uwu_SenpaiSatan When Glorfindel's fëa (soul) was shoved into a new hröa (body), did he come back fully grown or an elven baby
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2023.06.07 11:33 improvingmyself3 I feel that I have been called by Ma Chinnmastika. How can I worship her in my home? (please read for background)
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2023.06.07 11:32 FilmCamerasGlasgow Poor results since updating to the latest version of Negative Lab Pro. Am I doing something wrong?
![]() | (Ignore light leak at the bottom) Has anyone else had issues with the lates version of NLP? First picture is conversion with my usual settings, second is a photoshop conversion. For some reason I’m having a very hard time keeping the highlights from blowing, and the oranges and reds are super saturated and shifting to magenta. No matter what settings I use there are pretty strong casts. submitted by FilmCamerasGlasgow to AnalogCommunity [link] [comments] I used to get pretty good results, the latest update is very nice because of the faster speeds (v2.4.2) but at the moment I have to use photoshop to get decent colours which defeats the purpose? Any tips? |
2023.06.07 11:31 Matt_Phemes First solo event this weekend!
![]() | Hey guys, as title says I'm going to my first solo event this weekend right in time for 9th to end! Pic of everything I'm taking with me (from a few weeks ago its almost all painted now). submitted by Matt_Phemes to Necrontyr [link] [comments] The event staff have revealed the first round pairings already and I'm up against Death Guard for game 1 on Data Scry-Salvage. Its a big brick of Blightlords with 3 PBCs, 2 bloat drones with mowers and a cast of supporting characters including Typhus. I'm picturing my target priority here is going to be Bloat Drones > PBCs (if I can see them?) > Blightlords (probably just with my regular Lokhusts). I reckon I'm going to want to take out any of his faster moving threats ASAP to protect my scarabs who'll be scoring for me. I've not actually played against DG since 8th ed and like I said before not been to any solo events at all before (just a doubles event back in April) so any advice or tips would be very helpful! |
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2023.06.07 11:24 Ionut201 State of Plymouth in 2023
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2023.06.07 11:23 Bare_Gamer It’s always nice when Visual Studio frees up space for you
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