Tag: Subhuti

• The Wayward Son’s Realization and the Unveiling of the One Vehicle in the Lotus Sūtra

  

  Date: September 13, 2025 Subject: Analysis of Chapter Four of the Lotus Sūtra, focusing on the Parable of the Wayward Son and the disciples’ statement: “We were satisfied with the elimination of illusions within ourselves. What we accomplished was that elimination. We did nothing more.” I. Executive Summary Chapter Four of the Lotus Sūtra, “Belief…

  William Altig

  September 16, 2025

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

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• The Inconceivable Supernatural Powers of the Buddha in the Lotus Sūtra

  

  1. Introduction Overview This report undertakes a comprehensive analysis of the concept of “inconceivable supernatural powers” (acintya−ṛddhi) attributed to the Buddha, particularly as referenced in Chapter Six, “Bestowal of Prophecy,” of the Saddharma Puṇḍarīka Sūtra (Lotus Sūtra). The specific impetus for this investigation is the verse sung by Śākyamuni Buddha following his prophecy of future…

  William Altig

  April 30, 2025

  Chapter 6

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• Chapter 6–Subhuti’s Cosmic Pilgrimage to Enlightenment

  

  Understanding the thoughts burgeoning in the minds of his senior disciples, the Master once more spoke to the gathered monks: This eminent disciple of mine, monks, the senior Subhuti, will also embark on a spiritual journey. He will pay homage to countless Buddhas, numbering into the trillions; he will show them respect, honor, reverence, veneration,…

  William Altig

  November 13, 2023

  Chapter 6, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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