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Relative truth, as articulated by Rob Burbea, pertains to truths and realities that are conditional, context-dependent, and inherently tied to perspectives and circumstances. It is distinguished from absolute or ultimate truth, acknowledging that what we perceive and understand is deeply interwoven with our subjective experiences, cultural settings, and specific conditioning. Relative truth reflects the varying and often impermanent nature of our interpretations and beliefs, highlighting how different viewpoints can coexist, each holding validity within their respective frameworks. Understanding relative truth encourages openness, flexibility, and compassion, recognizing the provisional status of our convictions and fostering a more nuanced and interconnected appreciation of the myriad ways reality is construed and experienced by different beings.

See also: dependent origination, conventional truth, provisional truth, mutual dependency, loving kindness

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