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• Chapter 27a–Universal Virtue: The Guardian Pledge of Samantabhadra and the Empowerment of Infinite Seekers

  

  In the eastern lands, Bodhisattva Mahāsattva Samantabhadra, accompanied by an incalculable number of other great Bodhisattvas, made his majestic arrival. As fields vibrated, showers of lotuses descended, and countless musical instruments played, Samantabhadra advanced, showcasing the grandeur, transformational ability, magnificence, power, brilliance, dignified procession, and miraculous manifestations characteristic of a Bodhisattva. This grand procession, a…

  William Altig

  February 17, 2024

  Chapter 27, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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• Chapter 26d–Guidance Towards Enlightenment: King Subhavyūha’s Spiritual Awakening

  

  The Enlightened One, “The One of Resonant Voice, Bedecked with Stars and Blossoms, Profound in Wisdom,” responded to King Subhavyūha, “You speak the truth, noble king. Those with a foundation of goodness will always find true spiritual companions, no matter where they are born or reborn. Such friends will guide them toward ultimate enlightenment. It’s…

  William Altig

  February 16, 2024

  Chapter 26, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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• Chapter 4–The Prodigal’s Return: A Tale of Lost and Found

  

  For this occasion, the wise Mahakassapa shared this tale, a story in verse with details so rich and frail: Struck with amazement, rapture, and wonder, we hear a voice so sweet,A leader’s whisper, soothing and tender, unexpectedly we meet.In just a brief moment, a treasure trove we’ve acquired,A wealth unthought of, undesired, leaves us truly…

  William Altig

  November 7, 2023

  Chapter 4, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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