Category: Chapter 28

• The Encouragement of Universal Worthy Bodhisattva: An Analysis of a Pivotal Vow in the Lotus Sutra

  

  The Lotus Sutra, revered across East Asia, stands as a cornerstone of Mahayana Buddhism, distinguished by its profound teachings on the inherent potential for Buddhahood in all beings and the skillful means employed by Buddhas to guide them.1 This influential scripture emphasizes that the supreme state of enlightenment, characterized by boundless compassion, wisdom, and courage,…

  William Altig

  April 9, 2025

  Chapter 28

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• The Entrustment of Universal Wisdom

  

  Source: Excerpts from “The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law,” Chapter 28 – The Entrustment of Universal Wisdom, by William Altig. Subject: Key themes and ideas regarding the transmission of enlightenment. Overview: This document analyzes an excerpt from Chapter 28 of William Altig’s translation of the Lotus Sutra, focusing on Shakyamuni Buddha’s…

  William Altig

  March 7, 2025

  Chapter 28, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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• Chapter 28 The Entrustment of Universal Wisdom

  

  At that moment, the enlightened teacher Shakyamuni rose from his seat, gathered the aspiring spiritual leaders, and grasped their right hands with his magically strengthened right hand. He then addressed them with these words: “I entrust to you, young people from honorable families, the supreme wisdom and enlightenment I have reached after countless eons of…

  William Altig

  January 28, 2024

  Chapter 28, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

• Congratulations: 28th Day of Our 28-Day Challenge

  🙏🌺📜:1️⃣ Bodhisattva Universal Worthy 🌟👤 pledges to protect the Lotus Sutra after the Buddha’s final nirvana 🌌 (LS 28: 1.16)2️⃣ Bodhisattva Universal Worthy embodies the power of vows and action 🙇‍♂️🎯🔄, ensuring the teachings spread throughout the world 🌍 (LS 28:1.3-4)3️⃣ Embracing the Lotus Sutra holds great power 💪🌺📜, leading to blessings and good fortune…

  William Altig

  May 28, 2023

  Chapter 28, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

• Chapter 28 Bodhisattva Universal Worthy and the Power of Vows: Lessons for Modern Life

  “O Bhagavat! Now I shall use my divine powers to guard and shield the Lotus Sutra. After the parinirvana of the Tathagata, I will ensure that the Lotus Sutra is being widely propagated throughout Jambudvipa for eternity.”  LS 28: 1.16 This passage is from the Lotus Sutra, one of the most important and influential Mahayana…

  William Altig

  April 28, 2023

  Chapter 28, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law