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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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• 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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