Tag: Destroyer of the Bonds of Existence

• The Buddha’s Proclamation in the Lotus Sutra: An Analysis of Chapter Five

  

  I. Introduction The Lotus Sutra, a foundational text within Mahayana Buddhism, holds a position of paramount importance for its comprehensive revelation of the Buddha’s ultimate teachings. Esteemed across various Buddhist traditions, particularly in East Asia, the Lotus Sutra articulates the profound principle of universal Buddhahood and the compassionate strategies employed by the Buddha to guide…

  William Altig

  April 1, 2025

  Chapter 5

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