Tag: Sutra

• The Spiritual Paradox: Why Absence Can Be a Greater Teacher Than Presence

  

  It is a deeply ingrained part of human nature to take for granted that which is always available. A friend who is always there, a resource that seems limitless, or an opportunity we believe will never expire—their constant presence can paradoxically diminish their perceived value. We grow accustomed to them, and in our comfort, we…

  William Altig

  November 30, 2025

  Chapter 16, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

  arrogance, Bhikṣus, Buddha, Buddha’s Presence, Buddhist Wisdom, Chapter Sixteen, Difficulty Seeing Buddha, Expediency, Expedient Teaching, Laziness, Lotus Sutra, respect, Sutra

• ‘N Silence Of The Night

  

  “‘N Silence Of The Night” is a bluesy contemporary folk song. It draws inspiration from Chapter 17 of the Lotus Sutra, especially the opening prose. This song captures the profound wisdom and timeless teachings of the Buddha. It emphasizes the spiritual journey towards enlightenment. Countless beings undertake this journey across the vast expanse of time…

  William Altig

  October 9, 2024

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  Bass, Blues, Buddha, Buddhism, Celestial, Choir, Contemporary, Drums, Enlightenment, Eternal, Flowers, Folk, Imagery, Incense, journey, Lotus, Mandarava, Merit, Mystical, Philosophy, Religion, RiverofTruth, sacred, Sandalwood, Spiritual, Spirituality, Stand-up, Sutra, teachings, Timeless, Voices, wisdom

• Indra’s Lotus Blues

  Indra’s Lotus Blues Indra’s Lotus Blues is a soulful folk-blues ballad sung from the perspective of the king of the gods. Witnessing the beauty of the Lotus Sutra’s teachings and the struggles of humanity, Indra calls for compassion and enlightenment. This song has a touch of celestial wisdom. It also has a down-to-earth melody. It…

  William Altig

  September 23, 2024

  music

  Ballad, Buddhism, Celestial, Compassion, Enlightenment, Folk Blues, hope, Indra, Lotus, Mythology, Soulful, Spiritual, Sutra