Tag: The Sutra Preached in Accordance to [the Buddha’s] Own Mind

• A Surprising Parable: How Compassionate Deception Can Lead to Truth

  

  Introduction: The Paradox of a Perfect Teacher What makes a truly compassionate teacher? Our first instinct might be to say it’s someone who tells us the unvarnished truth, directly and immediately. We often believe the quickest path to growth is a straight line. But what if the most loving and effective guidance doesn’t demand immediate…

  William Altig

  November 10, 2025

  Nichiren

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