Category: Chapter 12

• Chapter 12–The Future Enlightenment of Devadatta

  

  So, monks, what do you think? Was it someone else who was the king at that time? You must not believe that, for I was the King then. And what about the Seer? Do you think it was someone else who was the Seer at that time? No, you must not believe that either, for…

  William Altig

  December 20, 2023

  Chapter 12, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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• Chapter 12–Devadatta and the Ocean Princess

  

  The Lord then spoke to the entire assembly of Bodhisattvas, including gods and demons, saying: Long ago, monks, in previous ages, I tirelessly and without rest sought the Sūtra of the Lotus of the True Law for countless and immeasurable eons. Many eons ago, I was a king for thousands of eons. Once I firmly…

  William Altig

  December 19, 2023

  Chapter 12, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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• Day 12 of Our 28-Day Challenge

  Dear Friends, I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my admiration and encouragement for your decision to embark on a 28-day journey through the Lotus Sutra. This is no small undertaking, and your commitment to spiritual growth is inspiring and commendable. The Lotus Sutra, a cornerstone of Mahayana Buddhism, is…

  William Altig

  May 12, 2023

  Chapter 12, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law