Category: Chapter 14
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Chapter 14–The Pure Intent of the Wise Preacher
The Lord said this, and then the Sugata, the Master, continued with the following: The wise one, the preacher, with intent so pure,Renounces falsehood, pride, envy for sure,Calumny and malice, they set aside,On a path of truth and humility, they abide. No disparaging words do they ever speak,No disputes on belief, no fault to seek,“You…
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Chapter 14–The Virtuous Path of the Great Spiritual Seeker
Again, Mañjuśrī, the Great Spiritual Seeker (Bodhisattva Mahāsattva) who lives after the passing away of the Enlightened One (Tathāgata) at the end of time when the true teachings are in decline, is characterized by a lack of envy, dishonesty, or deceit. The one who upholds this Sūtra does not speak ill of other spiritual seekers…
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Chapter 14–The Graceful Proclamation of Wisdom
At that moment, the Lord recited the following verses: The wise man, always at ease,Preaches the law with graceful peace,Seated high on a pulpit prepared,On a spot clean, pretty, and declared. Adorned in a robe of red, so fine,Dyed with colors, a black woolen line,A long undergarment, a dress so neat,His appearance is humble, yet…
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Chapter 14–Mañjuśrī’s Tranquil Dissemination of Wisdom
Further, Mañjuśrī, the Great Spiritual Seeker (Bodhisattva Mahāsattva) who, after the complete passing away of the Enlightened One (Tathāgata) at the end of time, during the last five hundred years when the true teachings are in decline, intends to share this Spiritual Teaching (Dharmaparyāya), must be in a calm and peaceful state of mind. Whether…
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Chapter 14–Guidelines for the Bodhisattva’s Conduct in Adversity
To elaborate on this subject in more depth, the Lord recited the subsequent verses: In times to come, dreadful and vast,The Bodhisattva, firm and steadfast,Wishes to share this Sūtra’s lore,Undaunted, unabashed, forevermore. His course and sphere he must embrace,With purity and retired grace,Kings and princes he must evade,His spiritual path must not be swayed. No…
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Chapter 14–The Warrior of Virtue: A Guide to Bodhisattva Living
Mañjuśrī, a noble prince, asked the Lord: “It seems a tough task, Lord, very tough, what these Great Spiritual Seekers (Bodhisattvas Mahāsattvas) will attempt out of respect for You. How will they spread this Spiritual Teaching (Dharmaparyāya) in the future, at the end of time?” The Lord replied to Mañjuśrī: “A Great Spiritual Seeker (Bodhisattva…
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Day 14 of Our 28-Day Challenge
Hey everyone, Chapter 14 of the Lotus Sutra, titled “Expounding with Peace and Joy,” is all about how we, as aspiring bodhisattvas (basically someone on the path to enlightenment), should share the wisdom of the Lotus Sutra, especially in tough times when people might not be so open to it. The chapter breaks this down…
Mr. Altig’s Overview of the Wonderful Dharma of the Lotus Sutra 