Tag: Universal Teachings

• Chapter 26a–Ancient Devotion: The Value of True Friendship

  

  Then, the Enlightened One spoke to the gathered spiritual seekers: Long ago, in a time so distant it can’t be measured, a great spiritual leader emerged. He was known as “The One of Resonant Voice, Bedecked with Stars and Blossoms, Profound in Wisdom⁠,” a fully enlightened being gifted in wisdom and ethical living. This occurred…

  William Altig

  February 13, 2024

  Chapter 26, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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• Chapter 7–The Divine Petition and Cosmic Illumination

  

  After offering their praises and celestial vehicles, the great Brahma angels, monks, stood before the Lord Mahabhignagnanabhibhu (Great-Knowledge-and-Dominance) , the Tathagata, with a heartfelt plea. Their voices rang out with a deep longing: “May the Lord set in motion the wheel of the law! May the Lord preach final rest! May the Lord release all…

  William Altig

  November 21, 2023

  Chapter 7, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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• Chapter 7–The Plea of the Sixteen Princes for the Turning of the Dharma Wheel

  

  O monks, the sixteen young princes, still in their childhood, approached the Lord Mahabhignagnanabhibhu, the Tathagata, with a sense of reverence and awe. After celebrating him with heartfelt verses, they pleaded with the Lord to set in motion the wheel of the law. Their voices rang out with earnestness and devotion: “Preach the law, O…

  William Altig

  November 18, 2023

  Chapter 7, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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• Chapter 3–The Singular Path or Sariputta’s Realization and Elation

  

  Sariputta’s Realization and Elation: A serene forest with ancient trees and sunlight filtering through leaves. A stream flows, reflecting the sky. Sariputta, an Asian monk in traditional robes, stands with a radiant face, hands clasped. Ghostly memories of him in contemplation appear around. Above, shimmering golden words form his verse. In the background, a glowing…

  William Altig

  November 2, 2023

  Chapter 3, The Great Teachings of the Lotus of the True Law

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