Tag: art

• The Doctrine of Hōbō (Slander of the Law) in Nichiren Buddhism

  

  Date: August 27, 2025 Subject: An In-Depth Analysis of Hōbō: The Doctrine of Slander of the Law in the Thought of Nichiren Daishonin I. Executive Summary This briefing document provides a detailed review of Hōbō, or “slander of the Law,” a foundational and controversial doctrine in Nichiren Buddhism. Originating with Nichiren Daishonin (1222–1282) during Japan’s…

  William Altig

  August 27, 2025

  Nichiren

  art, Buddha-nature, Buddhism of true cause, Changing karma into mission, Changing Poison into Medicine, Chanting Daimoku, compassion., Denying Buddhist teaching, esoteric Buddhism, External Actions, Four Criticisms (Shika Kakugen), Fourteen Slanders (Jūshi-hōbō), Fragmentation, Hell of Incessant Suffering, Hōbō (Slander of the Law), Inspiration, Internal Attitudes, Internalization of slander, Kamakura period, Karmic Retribution, kosen-rufu, Lotus Sutra, Low status, Mappō (Latter Day of the Law), Miao-lo, Mystic Law, Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, Nichiren Daishonin, Nichiren Shoshu, Nichiren Shu, Opposing Buddhist teaching, Poverty, Psychological consequences, Pure Land Buddhism, relationships, Religion, Risshō Ankoku Ron, Ritsu Buddhism, Sectarian interpretations, Self-harm, Self-Reflection, Soka Gakkai International (SGI), Spiritual consequences, T’ien-t’ai Chih-che, Vilifying Buddhist teaching, White leprosy, writing, Zen Buddhism

• The Sculptor’s Hand

  

  “The Sculptor’s Hand” is a tender folk lullaby. It weaves a tapestry of gentle melodies and heartfelt lyrics. It invites listeners to embrace the power of their actions in shaping a better world. With soothing vocals and acoustic instrumentation, this song creates a calming atmosphere. It imparts a profound message about the importance of kindness,…

  William Altig

  October 1, 2024

  music

  acoustic, art, bedtime, calming, children’s music, Empathy, Folk lullaby, gentle, hopeful, Inspirational, Kindness, love, peaceful, poem, poetry, positive message, social change, soothing, Unity, writing

• Rainbow Garden

  

  “Rainbow Garden,” is a soulful journey of enlightenment, unity, and hope. This song explores the inner power we all have to ignite change, both within ourselves and in the world around us. With lyrics that speak to overcoming denial and embracing acceptance, “Rainbow Garden” inspires us to stand together, heal our land, and create a…

  William Altig

  September 18, 2024

  music

  art, books, change, empowerment, Enlightenment, future, grace, healing, hope, humanity, Inspiration, love, motivational, poetry, Soulful, Unity, Uplifting, writing

• Chapter 5–The Parable of the Plants

  

  “To further clarify this matter, the Enlightened One shared the following verses:” “Born from a passion for sacred truth,I break the bounded loop,to all I teach, discerning well,their hearts where different dispositions dwell. The wise protect these words divine,guard the mystery, keep it in line,revealing not to those alive,the understanding they might derive. This knowledge…

  William Altig

  November 9, 2023

  Chapter 5, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

  arhats, art, Bodhisattvas, Buddha, Buddhism, buddhist parables, Buddhist teachings, clouds, Dharma, Enlightenment, hermit buddhas, illustrations, impartiality, Lotus Sutra, Meditation, nature, plants, rain, Storytelling, universality, visualization