Category: Chapter 20

• The Bodhisattva Never-Despising and the Embodiment of the Wonderful Dharma

  

  Executive Summary This briefing document analyzes Chapter Twenty of the Lotus Sūtra, focusing on the story of the Bodhisattva Sadāparibhūta (Never-Despising Bodhisattva). The narrative serves as a foundational blueprint for Mahayana Buddhist practice, asserting that the “Wonderful Dharma” (Saddharma Puṇḍarıˉka) is not merely theoretical but an active, compassionate engagement with the world. The core message…

  William Altig

  September 13, 2025

  Chapter 20, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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• The Enduring Example of the Never-Despising Bodhisattva in the Lotus Sūtra

  

  I. Introduction: The Lotus Sūtra stands as a cornerstone of Mahayana Buddhism, revered for its profound teachings on the nature of enlightenment and the path to Buddhahood.1 This influential scripture utilizes a rich tapestry of parables and narratives to convey complex philosophical ideas in an accessible manner.2 A central theme within the Lotus Sūtra is…

  William Altig

  April 13, 2025

  Chapter 20

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• Verses of Enlightenment from the Lotus Sutra

  

  Source: Excerpts from “The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law” by William Altig, Chapter 20b – Verses of Enlightenment from the Lotus Sutra. Main Theme: The excerpt focuses on the power and importance of the Lotus Sutra as a vehicle for attaining enlightenment, emphasizing its rarity, the transformative effect of its teachings,…

  William Altig

  February 9, 2025

  Chapter 20, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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• The Story of the Bodhisattva Sadaparibhuta (Never Disparaging)

  

  I. Overview This excerpt from “The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law” focuses on the transformative power of the Lotus Sutra (Dharmaparyaya), particularly through the story of the Bodhisattva Sadaparibhuta (Never Disparaging) and its implications for the path to enlightenment. The text emphasizes the importance of respecting all beings, the consequences of…

  William Altig

  February 8, 2025

  Chapter 20, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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• Chapter 20–Verses of Enlightenment from the Lotus Sutra

  

  At that moment, the Lord expressed these verses: King Bhishmasvara of old, the Jina mighty and bold,Revered by all, a leader true, of men, gods, and giants too. In the era, truth declined, Sadaparibhuta we find,A monk, a Bodhisattva wise, enlightenment his only prize. To those who doubted, filled with scorn, he’d say: “Your path…

  William Altig

  January 25, 2024

  Chapter 20, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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• Chapter 20–The Unwavering Path of Always Reviled: A Journey Towards Universal Enlightenment

  

  The Lord then addressed the Bodhisattva Mahasattva Mahāsthāmaprāpta (Embodiment of Wisdom’s Might)⁠. Similarly, Mahāsthāmaprāpta, one may infer from what has been said that he who rejects such a Dharmaparyaya as this, who abuses monks, nuns, lay devotees male or female, keeping this Sutra⁠, insults them, treats them with false and harsh words, shall experience dire…

  William Altig

  January 24, 2024

  Chapter 20, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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• 🌸 Day 20 of our 28-day challenge: Embracing Respect and Compassion 🙏💖

  Today, I want to share a personal journey and reflection that has deepened my understanding of Chapter 20 of the Lotus Sutra. It is a chapter that holds profound wisdom and significance in my life. ✨📖 There was a time when I was unaware of the impact of my actions and the importance of respect…

  William Altig

  May 20, 2023

  Chapter 20, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law