Tag: Houston music
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The Gospel Truth
In the tradition of grounded blues and folk, this song offers a heartfelt meditation on universal salvation and the liberating message of the Lotus Sūtra. Drawing inspiration from the teachings of Nichiren, it challenges the notion that enlightenment is reserved for a select few. Through the lens of storytelling and a soulful, fingerpicked guitar, the…
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The Buddha Never Truly Goes
“The Buddha Never Truly Goes” is a heartfelt ballad that bridges the gap between ancient wisdom and contemporary introspection. Through lyrical storytelling and a soulful, blues-infused melody, this song challenges the conventional view of the Buddha’s passing, presenting it instead as a profound teaching on omnipresence and inner awakening. The verses, rich with parables, guide…
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Mercy Wears Our Faces
This bluesy folk song, “Mercy Wears Our Faces,” is a heartfelt, secular exploration of the ancient Buddhist teaching of Avalokitesvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. Inspired by a passage from the Lotus Sutra, the song strips away the mythic and focuses on the deeply personal. With a lonesome guitar and a soulful voice, the track contemplates…
Mr. Altig’s Overview of the Wonderful Dharma of the Lotus Sutra 