Mr. Altig’s Overview of the Wonderful Dharma of the Lotus Sutra

Kimnaras are celestial beings in Buddhist mythology, who are said to possess supernatural powers and are protectors of the Buddhist teachings and practitioners. They are described as having a close relationship with the Buddha and are considered as powerful allies in spreading the Buddhist teachings. They are usually depicted with a human-like form, but with a bird-like head, and are said to live in the Trayastrimsa heaven, which is the highest heaven in the realm of the thirty-three gods.

In some texts they are said to live in a paradise-like realm and to be experts in music and dance, and to be always in a state of joy and delight. They are also said to be powerful protectors of the Buddhist teachings, and to have the ability to manifest in any form to help those who are practicing the teachings.

In summary, Kimnaras are celestial beings in Buddhism, known for their supernatural powers, protection and close relationship with the Buddha, they are believed to live in a paradise-like realm and to be experts in music and dance and to be always in a state of joy and delight.

The Four Kimnara Kings mentioned in the first chapter of the Lotus Sutra are celestial beings known as Kimnara, who are said to possess supernatural powers and are protectors of the Buddhist teachings and practitioners. They are known to have a close relationship with the Buddha and are considered as powerful allies in spreading the Buddhist teachings. They are not commonly known figures in Buddhism and their role is not well defined in the Lotus Sutra.

Kimnara King Law: He is associated with the law of cause and effect and is believed to help practitioners understand the workings of karma.

Kimnara King Magnificent Law: He is associated with the magnificence of the law of cause and effect and is believed to help practitioners develop a deeper understanding of the teachings.

Kimnara King Great Law: He is associated with the great law of cause and effect and is believed to help practitioners achieve enlightenment.

Kimnara King Up-holder of the Law: He is associated with upholding the law of cause and effect and is believed to help practitioners maintain their understanding of the teachings.

In summary, the Four Kimnara Kings are celestial beings mentioned in the Lotus Sutra, who are believed to have a close relationship with the Buddha and are considered as powerful allies in spreading the Buddhist teachings. They are not commonly known figures in Buddhism and their role is not well defined in the text.