Tag: Buddha’s Lifespan

• Beyond Karma: 4 Radical Truths from the Lotus Sutra That Redefine Reality

  

  1.0 Introduction: Beyond the Basics of Buddhism When most people think of Buddhism, concepts like meditation, karma, and reincarnation often come to mind. These are the foundational ideas that have made their way into the global consciousness—valuable teachings on mindfulness and the consequences of our actions. But to stop there is to miss the deeper,…

  William Altig

  September 26, 2025

  Chapter 16, Chapter 17, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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