Tag: wisdom
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Chapter 1c, The Lotus Sutra: The Awe of Maitreya
Main Themes: Key Ideas/Facts: Important Quotes: Overall, this chapter sets the stage for a dialogue on the nature of miracles. It discusses enlightenment and the importance of seeking wisdom. It encourages learning from those further along the spiritual path. It emphasizes that extraordinary events can spark a profound thirst for knowledge and understanding within individuals…
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The Lotus Sutra’s Light
“The Lotus Sutra’s Light” is a soul-stirring folk song. It delves into the profound wisdom of one of Buddhism’s most revered texts. This song features poetic lyrics. It unfolds with a memorable melody. The song explores themes of enlightenment, personal growth, and the transformative power of spiritual teachings. Drawing inspiration from the Lotus Sutra, it…
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Dharma Rain
Experience the profound beauty of “Dharma Rain,” a soulful folk/blues song. It features rich vocals and is accompanied by the heartfelt melodies of guitar, harmonica, bass, and drums. This captivating track brings the timeless teachings of the Dharma to life through evocative metaphors and powerful imagery. “Dharma Rain” explores the nurturing essence of the Dharma.…
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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…
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Chapter 12–The Future Enlightenment of Devadatta
So, monks, what do you think? Was it someone else who was the king at that time? You must not believe that, for I was the King then. And what about the Seer? Do you think it was someone else who was the Seer at that time? No, you must not believe that either, for…
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Chapter 10–The Glory of the Preacher
And in that moment, the Lord spoke these verses: Seeker of truth, aspiring to be wise,Honor the keepers of this sacred prize;The path to Buddhahood, the knowledge of Self,Is found in the doctrine they lovingly shelf. Desire for all-knowing, longing to see,Learn this Sūtra’s words or honor those who decree;A quest for wisdom, a journey…
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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,…
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Chapter 9–Rāhula’s Destiny: A Reflection of the Lotus Sutra
Then the Lord turned to the venerable Rāhula-Bhadra and spoke: “Rāhula, in the future, you shall become a Tathāgata, an enlightened one, known by the name ‘The One Going with the Striding Seven-Jeweled Lotus’11[1], an Arhat, endowed with wisdom and virtuous conduct. After honoring and venerating several Tathāgatas equal to the atoms of ten worlds,…
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Chapter 7–The Ascendancy of Tathagata Mahabhignagnanabhibhu: A Journey to Perfect Enlightenment
The enlightened being, Tathagata Mahabhignagnanabhibhu (Great-Knowledge-and-Dominance), had a lifetime that spanned fifty-four hundred thousand myriads of countless eons. In the beginning, before he had achieved supreme enlightenment, he reached the summit of the terrace of enlightenment. There, he defeated the forces of Mara, the embodiment of worldly temptation and desire. He knew he was on…
Mr. Altig’s Overview of the Wonderful Dharma of the Lotus Sutra 