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The eightfold path is the last of Buddha's "four noble truths." They are: 1) the truth about suffering, 2) the truth about the cause of suffering, 3) the truth about the cessation of suffering. Four noble truths cover the whole of the Buddhist path. The truth about suffering points to the fundamental problem of existence, and the truth about suffering shows the source of the problem. The third truth is that negative elements of human condition are not invariable, and the fourth shows how one can change his perception of reality and go beyond suffering. The whole problem of suffering lies in the way we perceive reality, so its solution involves a change in perception: we suffer from false views about what is pleasant, valuable, or desirable. Therefore, the truth about the path indicates the transformation of perception so that it is in harmony with reality, which allows to put an end to suffering. This path is commonly referred to as a "noble eight-way path" b...

The 'kill the Buddha' comment must be interpreted within the context of the nondual realization espoused by Zen Buddhism. Buddha-nature transcends categories, making room for a world of distinct objects that are also empty of inherent existence. Indeed, from the point of view of Buddha (awakeness) there is no inside or outside - only a creative display infused with unborn awareness. Within the rubric of Zen practice it is impossible to see the Buddha. It is possible to see things that have a 'buddha' signifier attached to them from the conventional point of view, but this would not be construed as an enlightenment experience. Your basic nature is Buddha, neither inside nor outside. SOURCE: What-does-if-you-meet-the-Buddha-on-the-road-kill-him-mean

You will loose everything in the end. That's when you become one with the universe. That's why attachment is not logical. Why attach yourself to a cloud of smoke?

At the end of path, every one will become Buddha.

Desire is suffering. Suffering is desire. Aversion is suffering. Suffering is aversion. Ignorance is suffering. Suffering is ignorance. Thus, suffering is a three headed hydra.

Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. SOURCE: Albert Einstein

If you look at your body as part of the world: It's like looking at a cake divided. It creates multiplicity and dualism. If you look at yourself *as* the world, there is no dualism.