Tag: devotion

• The One That Stays

  

  “The One That Stays” wrestles with an ancient question: How do ordinary people offer something sacred when the old stories demand the impossible? Inspired by Buddhist teachings about sacrifice and perseverance, this song explores the tension between spectacular acts of devotion and the quiet heroism of simply continuing—of getting up, showing up, and staying present…

  William Altig

  October 9, 2025

  Chapter 23, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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• Once I Was Fame Seeker

  

  “Once I Was Fame Seeker” is a folk-blues reflection on the ancient path of transformation and purpose. Inspired by Chapter 1 of the Lotus Sūtra, this song gives voice to the past life of Maitreya Bodhisattva—when he was known as Yaśaskāma, the Fame Seeker. Blending timeless Buddhist wisdom with modern soul, the song explores how…

  William Altig

  April 8, 2025

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• The Ascendancy of Tathagata Mahabhignagnanabhibhu

  

  Source: The Great Teachings of The Lotus of the True Law, Chapter 7b–The Ascendancy of Tathagata Mahabhignagnanabhibhu: A Journey to Perfect Enlightenment, By William Altig Main Themes: Key Facts and Ideas: Important Quotes: Overall, the excerpt portrays the awe-inspiring journey of Mahabhignagnanabhibhu to supreme enlightenment. It emphasizes the dedication required. The grandeur of the achievement…

  William Altig

  December 2, 2024

  Chapter 7, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

  Buddhism, Compassion, devotion, Enlightenment, Gods and Devas, Impermanence, Lotus Sutra, Mahabhignagnanabhibhu, Meditation, Spiritual Journey, Suffering, Symbolism, Tathagata, Verses and Poetry, Wheel of Dharma

• Chapter 10–The Path to Supreme Enlightenment: A Guiding Light for Seekers

  

  The Lord then turned to Bhaishajya Rāja, known as the Medicine King⁠, addressing the eighty thousand great spiritual beings, Bodhisattvas Mahasattvas. He asked, “Do you see, Bhaishajya Rāja, the many gods, mythical serpents⁠, mischievous beings⁠, celestial musicians⁠, obstacles to enlightenment⁠, eagle-like protectors⁠, harmonious creatures⁠, and powerful serpents⁠ in this gathering? Do you see the men,…

  William Altig

  December 10, 2023

  Chapter 10, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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• Chapter 7–The Plea of the Sixteen Princes for the Turning of the Dharma Wheel

  

  O monks, the sixteen young princes, still in their childhood, approached the Lord Mahabhignagnanabhibhu, the Tathagata, with a sense of reverence and awe. After celebrating him with heartfelt verses, they pleaded with the Lord to set in motion the wheel of the law. Their voices rang out with earnestness and devotion: “Preach the law, O…

  William Altig

  November 18, 2023

  Chapter 7, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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