Tag: Manjusri

• 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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• Chapter 1c, The Lotus Sutra: The Awe of Maitreya

  

  Main Themes: Key Ideas/Facts: Important Quotes: Overall, this chapter sets the stage for a dialogue on the nature of miracles. It discusses enlightenment and the importance of seeking wisdom. It encourages learning from those further along the spiritual path. It emphasizes that extraordinary events can spark a profound thirst for knowledge and understanding within individuals…

  William Altig

  October 3, 2024

  Chapter 1, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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