- University of Virginia
... that Buddhist, and thus foreign, elements must be rejected, thereby reaffirming the orthodoxy of Confucianism. Ye’s hostility toward Buddhism was characteristic of most Chinese intellectuals of his day, who spurned Buddhist works of art as relics of old, superstitious ways. It also underscores the t ...
... that Buddhist, and thus foreign, elements must be rejected, thereby reaffirming the orthodoxy of Confucianism. Ye’s hostility toward Buddhism was characteristic of most Chinese intellectuals of his day, who spurned Buddhist works of art as relics of old, superstitious ways. It also underscores the t ...
BuddhismSP2012B
... transmigration to another incarnation. . . .a lasting being’s manifestation in a new body.” (Buddhaghosa, Visuddhimagga 17.113-114) ...
... transmigration to another incarnation. . . .a lasting being’s manifestation in a new body.” (Buddhaghosa, Visuddhimagga 17.113-114) ...
Damming the Dhamma: Problems with Bhikkhunãs in the Pali Vinaya
... longevity of brahmacariya under Buddhas of the past was determined by their introduction of the Pàñimokkha or failure to do so. The Suttavibhaïga, therefore, is contextualized within the cosmic dimensions of Buddhas of the past. Each individual rule in both sections is also placed in the context of ...
... longevity of brahmacariya under Buddhas of the past was determined by their introduction of the Pàñimokkha or failure to do so. The Suttavibhaïga, therefore, is contextualized within the cosmic dimensions of Buddhas of the past. Each individual rule in both sections is also placed in the context of ...
The Diamond Sutra - Wisdom Publications
... Quantum physics and deconstructionist theory in art and literature, for example, share a strong sense that there are no parts separate from the whole. Each part contains the totality of its environment, and divorced from the totality it is nothing. Modern holographic quantum theory posits relationsh ...
... Quantum physics and deconstructionist theory in art and literature, for example, share a strong sense that there are no parts separate from the whole. Each part contains the totality of its environment, and divorced from the totality it is nothing. Modern holographic quantum theory posits relationsh ...
Buddhist and jain Art.p65
... and ideological principles of Jainism and Buddhism have a great impact on Indic religious settings. These religions had established a new tradition based on ethical and moral way of life, which not only influenced a great mass of the contemporary society but have also left an immense impact on the I ...
... and ideological principles of Jainism and Buddhism have a great impact on Indic religious settings. These religions had established a new tradition based on ethical and moral way of life, which not only influenced a great mass of the contemporary society but have also left an immense impact on the I ...
Making Sense of Ch`an
... • Apparent contradiction with other teachings. • As a strategy to alleviate suffering ? • Need intense meditation to transform one’s mind ...
... • Apparent contradiction with other teachings. • As a strategy to alleviate suffering ? • Need intense meditation to transform one’s mind ...
Buddhism and its Relevance in Modern World
... the Buddha taught is not only for the 6th century B.C., but it is a timeless (akalika) teaching, surely it can be practised by the wise during 21st century as well and in many more centuries or millennia to come. Buddhism has a special role to play in the modern world because unlike many other relig ...
... the Buddha taught is not only for the 6th century B.C., but it is a timeless (akalika) teaching, surely it can be practised by the wise during 21st century as well and in many more centuries or millennia to come. Buddhism has a special role to play in the modern world because unlike many other relig ...
Buddhism In a Nutshell - Four Seals of Dharma
... Many people think meditation has something to do with relaxation, with watching the sunset or watching the waves at the beach. Charming phrases like “letting go” and “being carefree” come to mind. From a Buddhist point of view, meditation is slightly more than that. First, I think we need to talk ab ...
... Many people think meditation has something to do with relaxation, with watching the sunset or watching the waves at the beach. Charming phrases like “letting go” and “being carefree” come to mind. From a Buddhist point of view, meditation is slightly more than that. First, I think we need to talk ab ...
Royal Attributes of the Nirmānakaya Śākyamuni
... the Śākyas as the appropriate clan to incarnate. Sêng-yu compiled a History of the Śākya Family between the years 502557 (T2040). He says: "In India the population is divided into four castes: the kṣatriya warriors, brāhmaṇa scholars and sages, vaiśya traders, and śūdra agriculturists. The first two ...
... the Śākyas as the appropriate clan to incarnate. Sêng-yu compiled a History of the Śākya Family between the years 502557 (T2040). He says: "In India the population is divided into four castes: the kṣatriya warriors, brāhmaṇa scholars and sages, vaiśya traders, and śūdra agriculturists. The first two ...
From preta to hungry ghost
... examine them against the prevailing belief-system of the brahmins in the Buddha’s time. Teachings such as those on the pretas (Pali peta) and the conduct of the living to the dead, which directly concern the laity, are Buddhist adaptations of brahminical beliefs and practices. The earliest Indian br ...
... examine them against the prevailing belief-system of the brahmins in the Buddha’s time. Teachings such as those on the pretas (Pali peta) and the conduct of the living to the dead, which directly concern the laity, are Buddhist adaptations of brahminical beliefs and practices. The earliest Indian br ...
Including the Theravada and Mahayana Traditions at the Beginning
... Our review and editing of the list were based on the presence in the reading materials of fundamental Buddhist principles; that is to say, the main criterion was that the reading material be based on proper Buddhadhamma / Buddhadharma • in accord with Dependent Origination (paticca-samuppada); • in ...
... Our review and editing of the list were based on the presence in the reading materials of fundamental Buddhist principles; that is to say, the main criterion was that the reading material be based on proper Buddhadhamma / Buddhadharma • in accord with Dependent Origination (paticca-samuppada); • in ...
Gautama The Buddha, The Enlightened One
... from that council, more or less, were the definitive teachings of Theravada Buddhism. When the teachings of Buddha were finally written into a canon, This canon is called the Tripitaka, or "Three Baskets," for it is divided into three parts, the Vinaya , or "Conduct," the Sutta , or "Discourses," an ...
... from that council, more or less, were the definitive teachings of Theravada Buddhism. When the teachings of Buddha were finally written into a canon, This canon is called the Tripitaka, or "Three Baskets," for it is divided into three parts, the Vinaya , or "Conduct," the Sutta , or "Discourses," an ...
Buddhism, Mindfulness, and Transformative Politics
... politics from the earliest texts through all eras and traditions. The early texts depict a state of nature, in which human society is troubled by theft, dishonesty, and violence, and responds by creating something very like a social contract, in which the people choose a leader to make and enforce l ...
... politics from the earliest texts through all eras and traditions. The early texts depict a state of nature, in which human society is troubled by theft, dishonesty, and violence, and responds by creating something very like a social contract, in which the people choose a leader to make and enforce l ...
The Sati Journal - Sati Center for Buddhist Studies
... Therīgāthā, the collection of verses attributed to seventy nuns who were ordained at the time of the Buddha. In this essay, Bhikkhu Anālayo examines the tale of a young nun named Subhā and a young man’s attempt to seduce her, applying his knowledge of a similar tale from the Chinese Āgamas to exami ...
... Therīgāthā, the collection of verses attributed to seventy nuns who were ordained at the time of the Buddha. In this essay, Bhikkhu Anālayo examines the tale of a young nun named Subhā and a young man’s attempt to seduce her, applying his knowledge of a similar tale from the Chinese Āgamas to exami ...
chapter - i origin and development of buddhist logic
... Religions. Buddhism thus created and developed a new awareness in the field of intellect and culture. It taught people not to be taken things for granted but to be argued and judged them on merits. Buddhism therefore became more social than a religious revolution. It taught the code of practical eth ...
... Religions. Buddhism thus created and developed a new awareness in the field of intellect and culture. It taught people not to be taken things for granted but to be argued and judged them on merits. Buddhism therefore became more social than a religious revolution. It taught the code of practical eth ...
Introduction to Religious Studies and Theology
... danger of existence. Instead, he continually encouraged them to put his teachings to the test and only accept what they could verify on their own. The Dharma, i.e. the teaching of the Buddha, offers a refuge by providing guidelines for the alleviation of suffering and the attainment of enlightenment ...
... danger of existence. Instead, he continually encouraged them to put his teachings to the test and only accept what they could verify on their own. The Dharma, i.e. the teaching of the Buddha, offers a refuge by providing guidelines for the alleviation of suffering and the attainment of enlightenment ...
Buddhism - WordPress.com
... 10 Stages of Enlightenment (at 6th becomes celestial being in universe) ...
... 10 Stages of Enlightenment (at 6th becomes celestial being in universe) ...
Archaeological discoveries confirm early date of
... a series of brick temples. Laid out on the same central void. design as those above it, the timber structure contains an open space in the center that links to the nativity story of the Buddha himself. "UNESCO is very proud to be associated with this Until now, the earliest archaeological evidence o ...
... a series of brick temples. Laid out on the same central void. design as those above it, the timber structure contains an open space in the center that links to the nativity story of the Buddha himself. "UNESCO is very proud to be associated with this Until now, the earliest archaeological evidence o ...
Theravāda Buddhism and John Dewey’s Metaethics Journal of Buddhist Ethics
... this must be viewed as the exception. It thus becomes clear that the sentence “stealing is wrong,” when viewed in its proper context, refers to some past or present affair (for example, the other person’s having stolen something and being likely to do so again, the child’s naive attitude towards ste ...
... this must be viewed as the exception. It thus becomes clear that the sentence “stealing is wrong,” when viewed in its proper context, refers to some past or present affair (for example, the other person’s having stolen something and being likely to do so again, the child’s naive attitude towards ste ...
AS Hinduism
... a) Outline the way that Buddha taught people to put an end to suffering. (The Eightfold Path) b) Describe and explain the Buddha’s teaching on the reason for suffering (the Four Noble Truths) c) “There is no such thing as a self” (Anatta) Do you agree with this? Give reasons to support your answer, ...
... a) Outline the way that Buddha taught people to put an end to suffering. (The Eightfold Path) b) Describe and explain the Buddha’s teaching on the reason for suffering (the Four Noble Truths) c) “There is no such thing as a self” (Anatta) Do you agree with this? Give reasons to support your answer, ...
Introduction To Buddhism Films to watch: The Tibetan Lama The
... o If we end our illusion-based desires o This is nirvana 4. The Noble Eight-fold Path (or Middle Way) o is prescribed method The Noble Eight-fold Path *these need to be developed simultaneously ...
... o If we end our illusion-based desires o This is nirvana 4. The Noble Eight-fold Path (or Middle Way) o is prescribed method The Noble Eight-fold Path *these need to be developed simultaneously ...
Library Catalogue - Dharma Centre of Winnipeg
... If you are viewing this in PDF format, you can self-navigate by using the Book Subject Categories listed below. If you are viewing this as a Word document, you have more search options. To view clickable Subject Categories, go to "View" on the toolbar and click on "Navigation Pane"; a list of Subjec ...
... If you are viewing this in PDF format, you can self-navigate by using the Book Subject Categories listed below. If you are viewing this as a Word document, you have more search options. To view clickable Subject Categories, go to "View" on the toolbar and click on "Navigation Pane"; a list of Subjec ...
File - INTERNATIONAL CH`AN BUDDHISM INSTITUTE
... ‘The Buddhist vocabulary is extensive and all terms which were coined either by the Buddha or His enlightened disciples, correspond very well with various stages of spiritual awakening. It is a matter for regret that only a very limited number of these terms has been translated into Western language ...
... ‘The Buddhist vocabulary is extensive and all terms which were coined either by the Buddha or His enlightened disciples, correspond very well with various stages of spiritual awakening. It is a matter for regret that only a very limited number of these terms has been translated into Western language ...
Pure Land, Hua-yan and the Vajrayana
... The Karmapa is the head of this lineage; Sakyapa: originally from the Indian teacher Virupa; and Gelugpa: the largest and most recent school, founded in the fourteenth century by Tsongapa. The Dali Lama is head of this particular school. Tibetan Buddhism is very rich and varied, as you can see from ...
... The Karmapa is the head of this lineage; Sakyapa: originally from the Indian teacher Virupa; and Gelugpa: the largest and most recent school, founded in the fourteenth century by Tsongapa. The Dali Lama is head of this particular school. Tibetan Buddhism is very rich and varied, as you can see from ...
Buddhist Magazine - Hilda Jayewardenaramaya Buddhist Monastery
... We, essentially being social beings and our modern lifestyle practically being more complex than what it was in the past, spend most of our time interacting with others around or far away from us. Thus, human interactions having all to do with interpersonal relationships are a part and partial of ve ...
... We, essentially being social beings and our modern lifestyle practically being more complex than what it was in the past, spend most of our time interacting with others around or far away from us. Thus, human interactions having all to do with interpersonal relationships are a part and partial of ve ...