Buddhism 4 (Huayen)
... of a whole, as rafters of a building, are only parts depending on their contribution to construction of a whole. Part is identical with whole, for the part creates that whole and not something else. Were there no rafters, there would be no building, and with no building, there would be no rafters ...
... of a whole, as rafters of a building, are only parts depending on their contribution to construction of a whole. Part is identical with whole, for the part creates that whole and not something else. Were there no rafters, there would be no building, and with no building, there would be no rafters ...
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... we may take drastic steps. It is important to focus as much as possible on the positive to balance oneself. Is Buddhism according to you a religion or a philosophy? There are many different perspectives. There is a ritualistic aspect to Buddhism. But it is also a way of life. We need to bring about ...
... we may take drastic steps. It is important to focus as much as possible on the positive to balance oneself. Is Buddhism according to you a religion or a philosophy? There are many different perspectives. There is a ritualistic aspect to Buddhism. But it is also a way of life. We need to bring about ...
An Inquiry into Likelihood of Religious Pluralism in Buddhism
... suddenly. It was the highest result of the gradual evolution of the Sramanic tradition. Thus, the pluralistic religious concepts appearing in Buddhism is not an astonishment. The concept “non-soul” (anatta) is the predominant discovery in Buddhism. In this regard, I came across a slightly different ...
... suddenly. It was the highest result of the gradual evolution of the Sramanic tradition. Thus, the pluralistic religious concepts appearing in Buddhism is not an astonishment. The concept “non-soul” (anatta) is the predominant discovery in Buddhism. In this regard, I came across a slightly different ...
Attaining Buddhahood in This Lifetime - Sgi-Usa
... play to our unique inherent qualities and leading a dynamic and most fulfilling way of life. The term eternally endowed in the above passage can also be translated as “uncreated.” This means that a true Buddha is someone naturally endowed with all the qualities of a Buddha, and who displays these qua ...
... play to our unique inherent qualities and leading a dynamic and most fulfilling way of life. The term eternally endowed in the above passage can also be translated as “uncreated.” This means that a true Buddha is someone naturally endowed with all the qualities of a Buddha, and who displays these qua ...
Meditation - Enlighten Me Designs
... Bodhi Tree = Buddha became enlightened. 45 years of wandering; died in 486 BC at age 80 Dharma = teachings Sangha = community of monks and nuns Suzuki 2006 ...
... Bodhi Tree = Buddha became enlightened. 45 years of wandering; died in 486 BC at age 80 Dharma = teachings Sangha = community of monks and nuns Suzuki 2006 ...
Life of Pi: A Story of Suffering and Liberation from Buddhist
... Aging, sickness, death, together with birth, constitute the whole cycle of life. Once a cycle is completed, another cycle begins. The reincarnation of life goes on without stopping until the day the individual gets enlightenment to transcend the limits of samsara: “each soul travels in this life on ...
... Aging, sickness, death, together with birth, constitute the whole cycle of life. Once a cycle is completed, another cycle begins. The reincarnation of life goes on without stopping until the day the individual gets enlightenment to transcend the limits of samsara: “each soul travels in this life on ...
Life of Pi: A Story of Suffering and Liberation from Buddhist
... Aging, sickness, death, together with birth, constitute the whole cycle of life. Once a cycle is completed, another cycle begins. The reincarnation of life goes on without stopping until the day the individual gets enlightenment to transcend the limits of samsara: “each soul travels in this life on ...
... Aging, sickness, death, together with birth, constitute the whole cycle of life. Once a cycle is completed, another cycle begins. The reincarnation of life goes on without stopping until the day the individual gets enlightenment to transcend the limits of samsara: “each soul travels in this life on ...
JAINISM AND BUDDHISM - Green Valley Kashmir
... the jains also believed in the theory of rebirth. They believed that the form of rebirth is decided by the deeds of a person in this word. That is why they emphasized a pious living and pure conduct. 9. Emphasis on Morality: Mahavira preached his followers to lead a pious and noble life. He said tha ...
... the jains also believed in the theory of rebirth. They believed that the form of rebirth is decided by the deeds of a person in this word. That is why they emphasized a pious living and pure conduct. 9. Emphasis on Morality: Mahavira preached his followers to lead a pious and noble life. He said tha ...
The Kalama Sutta: How Free is Freedom of Thought?
... of ordinary human beings. Until such knowledge is gained we have to accept them on “faith.” In this context is it possible to justify the assumption that the Kaalaama Sutta gives a blanket approval for all to use free inquiry to obtain knowledge regarding all matters pertaining to the Dhamma? Neithe ...
... of ordinary human beings. Until such knowledge is gained we have to accept them on “faith.” In this context is it possible to justify the assumption that the Kaalaama Sutta gives a blanket approval for all to use free inquiry to obtain knowledge regarding all matters pertaining to the Dhamma? Neithe ...
ISSN 1076-9005 Volume 5 1998: 170-189 Publication date: 26 June 1998
... keep in mind that the two are linked and one without the other is dangerous. For example, a person who is not wise may cause enormous problems by witlessly attempting to be compassionate, and a person who has penetrating insight without compassion is very dangerous indeed. In order to help one attai ...
... keep in mind that the two are linked and one without the other is dangerous. For example, a person who is not wise may cause enormous problems by witlessly attempting to be compassionate, and a person who has penetrating insight without compassion is very dangerous indeed. In order to help one attai ...
Buddhist Councils
... teachings which included practical aspects of tranquility and insight meditations in the form of instructive discourses delivered to both the Sangha and the laity although most of the sermons were intended mainly for the benefit of Bhikkhus. The third collection, Abhidhamma pitaka, is the higher tea ...
... teachings which included practical aspects of tranquility and insight meditations in the form of instructive discourses delivered to both the Sangha and the laity although most of the sermons were intended mainly for the benefit of Bhikkhus. The third collection, Abhidhamma pitaka, is the higher tea ...
Buddhism as an Education
... However, most of us have become confused through general misconceptions and therefore, are not able to realize this potential. Therefore, if we break through this confusion, we will realize this intrinsic part of our nature. Thus, Buddhism is an educational system aimed at regaining our own intrinsi ...
... However, most of us have become confused through general misconceptions and therefore, are not able to realize this potential. Therefore, if we break through this confusion, we will realize this intrinsic part of our nature. Thus, Buddhism is an educational system aimed at regaining our own intrinsi ...
Chapter Two THE BUDDHIST CONCEPT OF LIBERATION IN THE
... followers.112 The Dhamma would be treated as ‘guide,’ ‘refuge,’ or ‘island.’113 (2). Some of the lesser and minor precepts may be abolished by the Saṅgha if expedient.114 (3). He asked the monks if they have any doubt or perplexity about the Buddha, Dhamma, Saṅgha. He even asked three times but no r ...
... followers.112 The Dhamma would be treated as ‘guide,’ ‘refuge,’ or ‘island.’113 (2). Some of the lesser and minor precepts may be abolished by the Saṅgha if expedient.114 (3). He asked the monks if they have any doubt or perplexity about the Buddha, Dhamma, Saṅgha. He even asked three times but no r ...
Dāna
... • It is an important aspect of Buddhism as it outlines the relationship that exists between the laity and the monastic community (Saṅgha). • It is also important as it is one of the Three Bases of Merit as outlined in the Puññakiriyavatthu Sutta (A IV 146) along with ethical conduct (sīla) and culti ...
... • It is an important aspect of Buddhism as it outlines the relationship that exists between the laity and the monastic community (Saṅgha). • It is also important as it is one of the Three Bases of Merit as outlined in the Puññakiriyavatthu Sutta (A IV 146) along with ethical conduct (sīla) and culti ...
Shree Jagannath and Lord Buddha
... evolutions wanted to bring this cult under their fold; but all the faiths ultimately got assimilated in this cult and now Lord Jagannath is being recognized as the universal God. Buddhism has occupied a special status in this cult. There is lot of controversy among the historians regarding the birth ...
... evolutions wanted to bring this cult under their fold; but all the faiths ultimately got assimilated in this cult and now Lord Jagannath is being recognized as the universal God. Buddhism has occupied a special status in this cult. There is lot of controversy among the historians regarding the birth ...
Buddhist Festival Ceremonies
... style, and often holds a stupa (Buddhist reliquary). Or He may be portrayed as looking lovingly down from a heavenly realm upon the suffering world awaiting his birth, contemplating how to help sentient beings. In cultures influenced by China (Japan, Korea, Vietnam), he is depicted as Hotei (Chinese ...
... style, and often holds a stupa (Buddhist reliquary). Or He may be portrayed as looking lovingly down from a heavenly realm upon the suffering world awaiting his birth, contemplating how to help sentient beings. In cultures influenced by China (Japan, Korea, Vietnam), he is depicted as Hotei (Chinese ...
Buddhism in Noh Drama
... destruction of everybody and everything. Here the dramatist has taken the she-snake as a symbol of craving and desire. She-snake is tamed by the power of Dhamma. The influence of Amitahba Buddhism and Zen Buddhism in Noh is clearly seen from the plays as well as from the books written by Zeami on th ...
... destruction of everybody and everything. Here the dramatist has taken the she-snake as a symbol of craving and desire. She-snake is tamed by the power of Dhamma. The influence of Amitahba Buddhism and Zen Buddhism in Noh is clearly seen from the plays as well as from the books written by Zeami on th ...
teaching-fellowships-sbs-final–21-march-2016
... This School will give special emphasis to the study of Buddhist ideas and values and their historical development in relation to other philosophical and religious traditions. This will include a variety of studies such as literary and philosophical texts, archaeology, arts and architecture, among ot ...
... This School will give special emphasis to the study of Buddhist ideas and values and their historical development in relation to other philosophical and religious traditions. This will include a variety of studies such as literary and philosophical texts, archaeology, arts and architecture, among ot ...
Bhikkhu Ashin Jinarakkhita`s Interpreting and Translating Buddhism
... science),8 he went to the Netherlands, studying chemistry at the Universiteit Groningen, but then he decided to quit from his school and following his spiritual quest.9 It is clear that Boan An had been engaged in the spiritual realm since the very beginning and not limited to Buddhist spirituality, ...
... science),8 he went to the Netherlands, studying chemistry at the Universiteit Groningen, but then he decided to quit from his school and following his spiritual quest.9 It is clear that Boan An had been engaged in the spiritual realm since the very beginning and not limited to Buddhist spirituality, ...
201406 Vesak Edition - Samadhi Buddhist Foundation
... The hall was beautiful. The decorations looked great under the bright blue sky and the beautiful green trees. Lucky Uncle and other dedicated parents had decorated the hall the night before. Ball shaped decorations from Sri Lanka hung on strings along the path leading to the hall. Hanging above the ...
... The hall was beautiful. The decorations looked great under the bright blue sky and the beautiful green trees. Lucky Uncle and other dedicated parents had decorated the hall the night before. Ball shaped decorations from Sri Lanka hung on strings along the path leading to the hall. Hanging above the ...
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY NORTHRIDGE Department of
... may I be food and drink to them in famine and disaster may I be an inexhaustible treasure for those in need may I be their servant to give them all they desire......Shantideva, The Entry into the Bodhisattva Path Buddhism is for social as well as personal liberation....Sulak Sivaraksa. Loyalty Deman ...
... may I be food and drink to them in famine and disaster may I be an inexhaustible treasure for those in need may I be their servant to give them all they desire......Shantideva, The Entry into the Bodhisattva Path Buddhism is for social as well as personal liberation....Sulak Sivaraksa. Loyalty Deman ...