Studies in the Lankavatara Sutra
... they have been revised fully and inaccuracies corrected as far as available. The third part is entirely new. As the Studies were not planned out as a whole from the beginning but have grown progressively in the author's mind, some repetitions have become inevitable. The second part dealing with the ...
... they have been revised fully and inaccuracies corrected as far as available. The third part is entirely new. As the Studies were not planned out as a whole from the beginning but have grown progressively in the author's mind, some repetitions have become inevitable. The second part dealing with the ...
Schopenhauer between Fre - UQ eSpace
... In Schopenhauer's philosophy a model of the unconscious is conceptualised, developed into an aesthetic theory and – among other trajectories – set in relation to his appreciation of Indian religious thinking. Despite the fact that Schopenhauer's ideas do not hold a place in the current philo ...
... In Schopenhauer's philosophy a model of the unconscious is conceptualised, developed into an aesthetic theory and – among other trajectories – set in relation to his appreciation of Indian religious thinking. Despite the fact that Schopenhauer's ideas do not hold a place in the current philo ...
Development of The Hua-Yen school during the Tang Dynasty
... Several traditions of Buddhist thoughts and practices were witnessed by the Sui and early Tang dynasties that had neither the equivalents nor institutional antecedents in the ‘Western Regions.’ In its own way, each of Hua-yen, Tian-tai, Ching-tu, and Chan was a product of a truly novel interpretatio ...
... Several traditions of Buddhist thoughts and practices were witnessed by the Sui and early Tang dynasties that had neither the equivalents nor institutional antecedents in the ‘Western Regions.’ In its own way, each of Hua-yen, Tian-tai, Ching-tu, and Chan was a product of a truly novel interpretatio ...
Hatha Yoga
... represented an early version of the god Śiva in a specifically yogic posture, it has been common to trace the origins of yoga and of various other aspects of Indian religion back to the Indus Valley cultural tradition (Marshall 1931: vol. I, 7).[17] Techniques for experiencing higher states of consc ...
... represented an early version of the god Śiva in a specifically yogic posture, it has been common to trace the origins of yoga and of various other aspects of Indian religion back to the Indus Valley cultural tradition (Marshall 1931: vol. I, 7).[17] Techniques for experiencing higher states of consc ...
Religion and Agriculture - Institute for International Development
... come to that shortly. In this case, inspired by a thought from a seminar at the University of Cambridge while completing this book, I wish to acknowledge where I am coming from. In Buddhist terms, this might be seen as causes and conditions. The idea from the seminar immediately made sense to me, as ...
... come to that shortly. In this case, inspired by a thought from a seminar at the University of Cambridge while completing this book, I wish to acknowledge where I am coming from. In Buddhist terms, this might be seen as causes and conditions. The idea from the seminar immediately made sense to me, as ...
The Edicts of King Asoka - Buddhist Publication Society
... inclined society, while the second was what he recommended and encouraged individuals to practice. Both these types of morality were imbued with the Buddhist values of compassion, moderation, tolerance and respect for all life. The Asokan state gave up the predatory foreign policy that had character ...
... inclined society, while the second was what he recommended and encouraged individuals to practice. Both these types of morality were imbued with the Buddhist values of compassion, moderation, tolerance and respect for all life. The Asokan state gave up the predatory foreign policy that had character ...
Sacred Arts of Tibet Art from the Roof of the World
... of mountain ranges and rocky deserts interspersed with grassy pasture. Rainfall is scarce, although sudden tempests can sweep across the land bringing sand, snow, and hailstorms with winds strong enough to blow a rider off a horse. After such fierce storms it is not unusual for spectacular rainbows ...
... of mountain ranges and rocky deserts interspersed with grassy pasture. Rainfall is scarce, although sudden tempests can sweep across the land bringing sand, snow, and hailstorms with winds strong enough to blow a rider off a horse. After such fierce storms it is not unusual for spectacular rainbows ...
Hinduism and Buddhism, Volume 2
... those who may aspire to become Buddhas. In fact the Arhat, engrossed in his own salvation, is excused only by his humility and is open to the charge of selfish desire, since the passion for Nirvana is an ambition like any other and the quest for salvation can be best followed by devoting oneself ent ...
... those who may aspire to become Buddhas. In fact the Arhat, engrossed in his own salvation, is excused only by his humility and is open to the charge of selfish desire, since the passion for Nirvana is an ambition like any other and the quest for salvation can be best followed by devoting oneself ent ...
Kingship and Religion in Tibet research plan
... will employ kingship as a heuristic device to chart the relationship between spiritual and temporal power in Tibet from from its earliest elaborations during the period of the Tibetan Empire (c.600–850 CE). Drawing on historical and philological methodologies, the research group will make a thorough ...
... will employ kingship as a heuristic device to chart the relationship between spiritual and temporal power in Tibet from from its earliest elaborations during the period of the Tibetan Empire (c.600–850 CE). Drawing on historical and philological methodologies, the research group will make a thorough ...
Behind the Façade of Secret Mantra
... have caused damage to Buddhism. Due to these factors, I am composing this work in order to rectify the erroneous teachings and to protect the one and only true Buddhism. In reality, the first and foremost reason that led to the writing of this book is the observation that Secret Mantra devotees have ...
... have caused damage to Buddhism. Due to these factors, I am composing this work in order to rectify the erroneous teachings and to protect the one and only true Buddhism. In reality, the first and foremost reason that led to the writing of this book is the observation that Secret Mantra devotees have ...
[22] Bussho: Buddha-nature
... concepts, and then get rid of throwing away these concepts, there are ...
... concepts, and then get rid of throwing away these concepts, there are ...
Nietzsche and Buddha - Western Political Science Association
... essences. In other words, it represents the limit of Nietzsche’s commitment to becoming. From Nietzsche’s point of view, the Buddha’s attempt to give up the idea of being a self represents giving up on the idea of pursuing normative ideals and standards. In other words, it is a passive form of nihi ...
... essences. In other words, it represents the limit of Nietzsche’s commitment to becoming. From Nietzsche’s point of view, the Buddha’s attempt to give up the idea of being a self represents giving up on the idea of pursuing normative ideals and standards. In other words, it is a passive form of nihi ...
AN ANALYTICAL STUDY OF THE CONCEPT OF DHAMMA AS
... concept of the Dhamma in Theravāda Buddhism, both as non-moral natural law, as well as moral natural law. In its former aspect, it consists largely of the paṭiccasammupāda and tilakkaṇa, in its latter as the ariyaṭṭhaṅgikamagga and the tisikkhā, both which lead to the ultimate goal of Buddhism, the ...
... concept of the Dhamma in Theravāda Buddhism, both as non-moral natural law, as well as moral natural law. In its former aspect, it consists largely of the paṭiccasammupāda and tilakkaṇa, in its latter as the ariyaṭṭhaṅgikamagga and the tisikkhā, both which lead to the ultimate goal of Buddhism, the ...
an introduction to hisamatsu shin`ichi`s religious thought
... not anything to be objectified as a subject of the so-called scholastic investigation; it is a being that totally suffers itself. By a living problem I mean nothing other than the very being that suffers thus. One may compare this to a medical doctor who is so seriously ill that his life is at stake ...
... not anything to be objectified as a subject of the so-called scholastic investigation; it is a being that totally suffers itself. By a living problem I mean nothing other than the very being that suffers thus. One may compare this to a medical doctor who is so seriously ill that his life is at stake ...
Sunyata 07 - Was Arya Nagarjuna A Mahayanist
... And disposition, who does not cling to or adhere to a view: ‘This is myself, ‘who thinks: ‘suffering that is subject to arising arises; suffering that is subject to ceasing, ceases,’such a person does not doubt, is not perplexed. Herein, his knowledge is not other dependent. Thus ...
... And disposition, who does not cling to or adhere to a view: ‘This is myself, ‘who thinks: ‘suffering that is subject to arising arises; suffering that is subject to ceasing, ceases,’such a person does not doubt, is not perplexed. Herein, his knowledge is not other dependent. Thus ...
Early Buddhist Theory of Knowledge
... all forms of Indian thought . . . Rather, it is the theoretical desire for a correct classification and system of definition. The variety of opinion, mentioned above, is to a large extent induced by the problems of Indian, i.e. Sanskrit, Pali and Prakrit, philosophical language which—as shown in a n ...
... all forms of Indian thought . . . Rather, it is the theoretical desire for a correct classification and system of definition. The variety of opinion, mentioned above, is to a large extent induced by the problems of Indian, i.e. Sanskrit, Pali and Prakrit, philosophical language which—as shown in a n ...
Gurudharma Mūlasarvāstivāda Tradition Journal of Buddhist Ethics
... Thus the formulation of the gurudharma concerning bhikṣuṇī ordination in the Dharmaguptaka, Mahīśāsaka, and Theravāda Vinayas results in an internal inconsistency, as it implies that the probationary training was promulgated by the Buddha at the time when the order of bhikṣuṇīs began. This makes it ...
... Thus the formulation of the gurudharma concerning bhikṣuṇī ordination in the Dharmaguptaka, Mahīśāsaka, and Theravāda Vinayas results in an internal inconsistency, as it implies that the probationary training was promulgated by the Buddha at the time when the order of bhikṣuṇīs began. This makes it ...
S t u d y C o u r s e
... this is because he manifested the Law of Life through his courageous and compassionate behaviour. Thus the Law was his mentor because he demonstrated proof beyond doubt of living with the Law at the centre of one’s existence. Sharing everything with his disciples so as to instil the same confidence ...
... this is because he manifested the Law of Life through his courageous and compassionate behaviour. Thus the Law was his mentor because he demonstrated proof beyond doubt of living with the Law at the centre of one’s existence. Sharing everything with his disciples so as to instil the same confidence ...
MEDITATION
... after the interests of young people in matters concerning Buddhism. Its primary object is to encourage the young to follow the tenets of Buddhism and live a virtuous life. Chief among its activities is the arranging of regular spiritual practice, lectures and discussions on the Dhamma, issuing publi ...
... after the interests of young people in matters concerning Buddhism. Its primary object is to encourage the young to follow the tenets of Buddhism and live a virtuous life. Chief among its activities is the arranging of regular spiritual practice, lectures and discussions on the Dhamma, issuing publi ...
Now - Fo Guang Shan International Translation Center
... seek refuge on the island of Taiwan. From this migration came a series of events which would forever change the course of Buddhism. IV. Crossing the Sea to Taiwan Hsing Yun spent his last night in China on the road. Earlier that evening, he had traveled to Qixia Monastery for Master Zhikai’s advice ...
... seek refuge on the island of Taiwan. From this migration came a series of events which would forever change the course of Buddhism. IV. Crossing the Sea to Taiwan Hsing Yun spent his last night in China on the road. Earlier that evening, he had traveled to Qixia Monastery for Master Zhikai’s advice ...
BUDDHIST MONASTIC LIFE
... his disciples are said to have been one of a number of groups of religious mendicants in ancient India; Buddhist texts call such a group a gana, and each had its ganacariya, "group teacher" or "leader." It might have been the Buddha's slightly older contemporary Mahavira, the founder of Jainism, who ...
... his disciples are said to have been one of a number of groups of religious mendicants in ancient India; Buddhist texts call such a group a gana, and each had its ganacariya, "group teacher" or "leader." It might have been the Buddha's slightly older contemporary Mahavira, the founder of Jainism, who ...
Away from the Abyss
... arguably be included in our definition of Western philosophy, the major streams of thought that will be used in comparison with Buddhist philosophy find their beginnings with the Greek philosophers and the evolution of Christianity on philosophy and translation. It is equally relevant to touch on th ...
... arguably be included in our definition of Western philosophy, the major streams of thought that will be used in comparison with Buddhist philosophy find their beginnings with the Greek philosophers and the evolution of Christianity on philosophy and translation. It is equally relevant to touch on th ...
development of stupa architecture in india
... Archaeological excavations and findings proved that during Ashoka’s reign use of bricks and stone for constructional purpose became popular. But we cannot deny the fact that the predecessors of Ashoka like Bimbisara and Ajatsatru both had constructed a number of Stupas in honour of the Buddha which ...
... Archaeological excavations and findings proved that during Ashoka’s reign use of bricks and stone for constructional purpose became popular. But we cannot deny the fact that the predecessors of Ashoka like Bimbisara and Ajatsatru both had constructed a number of Stupas in honour of the Buddha which ...
Secrets Sutra - The EverLife Foundation
... rendered it the world’s most didactic major religion, in reference to non-Buddhist religions Buddhism has shown an unparalleled tolerance for other views and a desire for finding common ground on the basis of shared human values. Sakyamuni had left a life-affirming, peace-loving tradition designed f ...
... rendered it the world’s most didactic major religion, in reference to non-Buddhist religions Buddhism has shown an unparalleled tolerance for other views and a desire for finding common ground on the basis of shared human values. Sakyamuni had left a life-affirming, peace-loving tradition designed f ...
PowerPoint - Just be Good
... Suffering comes to an end when all Greed, Hatred and Delusion are eradicated, by becoming Enlightened. The aim of the Buddha’s teachings is therefore to become Enlightened, and thereby bring suffering to an end by attaining Nibbana. ...
... Suffering comes to an end when all Greed, Hatred and Delusion are eradicated, by becoming Enlightened. The aim of the Buddha’s teachings is therefore to become Enlightened, and thereby bring suffering to an end by attaining Nibbana. ...