Thank you very much for sharing this. While not ad in-depth (likely because I'm not Buddhist, Buddhism just has many aspects that resonate with me), this is generally my understanding of skepticism in Buddhism.

I have the same peeve that you first listed about people talking about what was actually meant by something based on their personal bias and not understanding of a system in question. It's always an overreach and tends to be laden with futile and unnecessary dogma.

I've always seen the teachings of rhe Buddha couched in this sort of way; "here are the insights and maxims I've discovered from my work. While my experience of this is subjective, I feel that it can benefit other subjective entities in a similar manner. However, it's up to you to figure out if this aligns with and works for you after steadfastly dedicating oneself to said insights and axioms." It's a part of Buddhism that very much appeals to me as it curttaila dogma. Though, I think we can agree, dogma in Buddhism cropped up regardless in some sects and circles.

And the complete rejection of even the rational is also something I've always noticed and aligned with.

I'm still at work so this all I can say for now, but thank you again.

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