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... attacking one another with the forces of the mouth, (saying:) 'Dhamma is of such a nature; dhamma is not of such a nature. Dhamma is not of such a nature; dhamma is of such a nature.'" (Ud 69,10-12; added from 67,34-68,3 und 67,22-25) Like those who have been blind from birth other ascetics do not h ...
... attacking one another with the forces of the mouth, (saying:) 'Dhamma is of such a nature; dhamma is not of such a nature. Dhamma is not of such a nature; dhamma is of such a nature.'" (Ud 69,10-12; added from 67,34-68,3 und 67,22-25) Like those who have been blind from birth other ascetics do not h ...
THE SUTRA OF FORTY-TWO CHAPTERS
... In the year of 67 C.E., at the special invitation by Emperor Ming of the Later Han Dynasty, two Indian Buddhist masters from India, Kashyapa-matanga and Gobharana, arrived at Luoyang (洛陽), China. Five years before their arrival, in 62 C.E., Emperor Ming had dreamed that a golden man flew into his pa ...
... In the year of 67 C.E., at the special invitation by Emperor Ming of the Later Han Dynasty, two Indian Buddhist masters from India, Kashyapa-matanga and Gobharana, arrived at Luoyang (洛陽), China. Five years before their arrival, in 62 C.E., Emperor Ming had dreamed that a golden man flew into his pa ...
Download:Three Methods of Merit Accumulation(PDF file)
... China or in some other countries may just show a smile without even uttering a word at this moment or recite the name of Amitabha for a little while, there are very few people who practice the Mantra of Avalokiteshvara at this particular moment. Therefore, from today, we should adopt the habit of r ...
... China or in some other countries may just show a smile without even uttering a word at this moment or recite the name of Amitabha for a little while, there are very few people who practice the Mantra of Avalokiteshvara at this particular moment. Therefore, from today, we should adopt the habit of r ...
What the Buddha Taught
... Hindrances (nivarana)(1) to the clear understanding of Truth and to spiritual progress (or for that matter to any progress). Doubt, however, is not a 'sin', because there are no articles of faith in Buddhism. In fact there is no 'sin', in Buddhism, as sin is understood in some religions. The root of ...
... Hindrances (nivarana)(1) to the clear understanding of Truth and to spiritual progress (or for that matter to any progress). Doubt, however, is not a 'sin', because there are no articles of faith in Buddhism. In fact there is no 'sin', in Buddhism, as sin is understood in some religions. The root of ...
Fundamentals of Buddhism
... traditional attitude. The reason why this kind of perspective study is useful is because when we understand how people of different cultures view a certain thing, we can then begin to see some of the limitation or onesidedness of our own view. In the west, Buddhism has aroused extensive interest and ...
... traditional attitude. The reason why this kind of perspective study is useful is because when we understand how people of different cultures view a certain thing, we can then begin to see some of the limitation or onesidedness of our own view. In the west, Buddhism has aroused extensive interest and ...
dhamma texts - International Meditation Centres
... included in this group. Several foreigners who were invited to the Great Council came to Yangon and visited the International Meditation Centre, 31-A Inya Myaing Road, Yangon. A good number of the delegates and observers who attended the Conference took advantage of the opportunity to take a ten-day ...
... included in this group. Several foreigners who were invited to the Great Council came to Yangon and visited the International Meditation Centre, 31-A Inya Myaing Road, Yangon. A good number of the delegates and observers who attended the Conference took advantage of the opportunity to take a ten-day ...
Why the Buddha “Hesitated” To Teach
... The same problem also faced the Pāli commentary, which attempts an explanation by suggesting that on surveying the world the Buddha realized the degree to which people were under the influence of defilements. 9 Moreover he wanted Brahmā to invite him, since this would cause people in the world to co ...
... The same problem also faced the Pāli commentary, which attempts an explanation by suggesting that on surveying the world the Buddha realized the degree to which people were under the influence of defilements. 9 Moreover he wanted Brahmā to invite him, since this would cause people in the world to co ...
Tantra In America - Asian Classics Institute
... stress that the disciple must be deeply knowledgeable in each step of the open teachings, which are presented in full in our own Institute’s courses. The tantric path is not easy. It requires a great knowledge of Buddhist philosophy, a willingness to work long and hard in retreats and other practice ...
... stress that the disciple must be deeply knowledgeable in each step of the open teachings, which are presented in full in our own Institute’s courses. The tantric path is not easy. It requires a great knowledge of Buddhist philosophy, a willingness to work long and hard in retreats and other practice ...
Tantra In America - Tibetan Buddhism in the West
... stress that the disciple must be deeply knowledgeable in each step of the open teachings, which are presented in full in our own Institute’s courses. The tantric path is not easy. It requires a great knowledge of Buddhist philosophy, a willingness to work long and hard in retreats and other practice ...
... stress that the disciple must be deeply knowledgeable in each step of the open teachings, which are presented in full in our own Institute’s courses. The tantric path is not easy. It requires a great knowledge of Buddhist philosophy, a willingness to work long and hard in retreats and other practice ...
PT Sangha - Audio/Visual Catalog
... Sylvia Boorstein brings warmth, humor, and real-life honesty to the principles of mindfulness and spiritual practice. In this joyfilled conversation, she shares her insights on how we can be more accepting of the negative patterns in our minds, and find happiness regardless of the challenges we face ...
... Sylvia Boorstein brings warmth, humor, and real-life honesty to the principles of mindfulness and spiritual practice. In this joyfilled conversation, she shares her insights on how we can be more accepting of the negative patterns in our minds, and find happiness regardless of the challenges we face ...
An Examination of the Meaning and Difference between Mind and
... keep Buddhism "pure", but this resulted in a retardation of growth. Whereas the other school, Mahayana, or Greater Vehicle, taught the necessity of Enlightenment and the need to stay in this world to enlighten others. Since Zen Buddhism has its foundaticn in the .Mahayana school, we will limit ourse ...
... keep Buddhism "pure", but this resulted in a retardation of growth. Whereas the other school, Mahayana, or Greater Vehicle, taught the necessity of Enlightenment and the need to stay in this world to enlighten others. Since Zen Buddhism has its foundaticn in the .Mahayana school, we will limit ourse ...
Chan Teachings of Huineng - Fo Guang Shan International
... rivers. But although mountains and rivers were still mountains and rivers to him, he now looked at them with a different state of mind. I am not suggesting that everyone should meditate like an old monk, or seek enlightenment like the Sixth Patriarch. We need not immediately dive into such strenuo ...
... rivers. But although mountains and rivers were still mountains and rivers to him, he now looked at them with a different state of mind. I am not suggesting that everyone should meditate like an old monk, or seek enlightenment like the Sixth Patriarch. We need not immediately dive into such strenuo ...
Winter 2014 pdf - Journal of the Order of Buddhist Contemplatives
... It changes our relationship to what is arising within and around us. Instead of turning away from that darkness we turn towards it, instead of wanting to wallpaper over the cracks, we seek genuine understanding. We no longer fear or resist the Truth and this is what opens the doors of our suffering ...
... It changes our relationship to what is arising within and around us. Instead of turning away from that darkness we turn towards it, instead of wanting to wallpaper over the cracks, we seek genuine understanding. We no longer fear or resist the Truth and this is what opens the doors of our suffering ...
The Causes of Relational Suffering and their Cessation according to
... cling to a dear one. Our outlook to all—self, loved one, one toward whom we are neutral, and an “enemy”—should be the same: that of loving kindness that is non-clinging. In this way relational suffering will not arise for us. Avoiding Relational Suffering: The Teaching Made Simple In Theravāda Budd ...
... cling to a dear one. Our outlook to all—self, loved one, one toward whom we are neutral, and an “enemy”—should be the same: that of loving kindness that is non-clinging. In this way relational suffering will not arise for us. Avoiding Relational Suffering: The Teaching Made Simple In Theravāda Budd ...
UNIVERSIDADE CATÓLICA PORTUGUESA LAWRENCE THE REH
... outcomes, and therefore ‘social justice’ as equal treatment in the social sphere (in this world, in contrast to how equalities promised for an after-life are to be considered). We therefore investigate Buddhist attitudes towards, and practices concerning, fairness of treatment, equality and inequali ...
... outcomes, and therefore ‘social justice’ as equal treatment in the social sphere (in this world, in contrast to how equalities promised for an after-life are to be considered). We therefore investigate Buddhist attitudes towards, and practices concerning, fairness of treatment, equality and inequali ...
new year`s greeting - Nishi Hongwanji Buddhist Temple
... There is a requirement of studying two foreign languages for a research purposes in the graduate school. My first language is Japanese, so I have an advantage to select Japanese as one of the requirements whereby I can forego the Japanese language classes. There are a great number of research articl ...
... There is a requirement of studying two foreign languages for a research purposes in the graduate school. My first language is Japanese, so I have an advantage to select Japanese as one of the requirements whereby I can forego the Japanese language classes. There are a great number of research articl ...
buddhism - SGI Canada
... his booklet is intended to give a brief overview of Nichiren Buddhism, the Soka Gakkai International and SGI Canada, and to present some of the main concepts of Buddhism and how they can be applied to daily life and global society. Although Buddhism is one of the world’s great religions, it is often ...
... his booklet is intended to give a brief overview of Nichiren Buddhism, the Soka Gakkai International and SGI Canada, and to present some of the main concepts of Buddhism and how they can be applied to daily life and global society. Although Buddhism is one of the world’s great religions, it is often ...
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... brahminical god Indra. Yet, we are not able to come across this concept much in Indian Buddhism in general. It may be considered one of the distinctive concepts of South Indian Buddhism. Maturaikkanci, a Cankam poem composed by Mankuti Marutan, describes the life in the city of Matura from the dawn ...
... brahminical god Indra. Yet, we are not able to come across this concept much in Indian Buddhism in general. It may be considered one of the distinctive concepts of South Indian Buddhism. Maturaikkanci, a Cankam poem composed by Mankuti Marutan, describes the life in the city of Matura from the dawn ...
use of theses - ANU Repository
... the Indian tradition were first laid in the oldest literature of the Vedic period (the Vedic Samhitas and the ...
... the Indian tradition were first laid in the oldest literature of the Vedic period (the Vedic Samhitas and the ...
The Dharma Drum Lineage of Chan Buddhism
... gulf between members of the Institute and the monastic Sangha. Such a rift has led to many other related problems. I have to thank every monastic and lay disciple who has assisted and supported me in operating the Chung-Hwa Institute of Buddhist Studies for the past 20 years. My monastic disciples h ...
... gulf between members of the Institute and the monastic Sangha. Such a rift has led to many other related problems. I have to thank every monastic and lay disciple who has assisted and supported me in operating the Chung-Hwa Institute of Buddhist Studies for the past 20 years. My monastic disciples h ...
The Winning Life - Soka Gakkai International
... lives and help them overcome their struggles, they cannot become happy by practicing it. Today, many religions lack the ability to truly empower people to change. In Buddhism, faith is based on experience. Nichiren Daishonin’s Buddhism emphasizes obtaining “actual proof ” of the teaching’s power. Fa ...
... lives and help them overcome their struggles, they cannot become happy by practicing it. Today, many religions lack the ability to truly empower people to change. In Buddhism, faith is based on experience. Nichiren Daishonin’s Buddhism emphasizes obtaining “actual proof ” of the teaching’s power. Fa ...
Streams of Tradition - Buddhist Study Center
... worldly complacency by the sight of people suffering from old age, sickness and death. This aroused within him a desire to renounce and abandon the world. On seeing a serene mendicant, he resolved to become a monk. While the tradition gives an extended story of his experience, there are indications ...
... worldly complacency by the sight of people suffering from old age, sickness and death. This aroused within him a desire to renounce and abandon the world. On seeing a serene mendicant, he resolved to become a monk. While the tradition gives an extended story of his experience, there are indications ...
The Buddha`s Fire Miracles Anālayo . 5(11): 9–42. © 5 Bhikkhu
... fits the present narrative context. The Sakkapañha-sutta and its parallels continue with Sakka asking Pañcasikha to approach the Buddha on his behalf and request an audience. This narrative element needs to be read in the light of his earlier unsuccessful attempt to visit the Buddha. This previous a ...
... fits the present narrative context. The Sakkapañha-sutta and its parallels continue with Sakka asking Pañcasikha to approach the Buddha on his behalf and request an audience. This narrative element needs to be read in the light of his earlier unsuccessful attempt to visit the Buddha. This previous a ...
Urban Dharma Newsletters
... during the reign of King Vatta Gamini that the Buddhist monks assembled in AlokaVihara and wrote down the Tripitaka, the three basket of the Teachings, known as the Pali scriptures for the first time. It was Sri Lankan nuns who introduced the Sangha of nuns into China in 433AD. In the 16th century t ...
... during the reign of King Vatta Gamini that the Buddhist monks assembled in AlokaVihara and wrote down the Tripitaka, the three basket of the Teachings, known as the Pali scriptures for the first time. It was Sri Lankan nuns who introduced the Sangha of nuns into China in 433AD. In the 16th century t ...
Bahudhātuka-sutta On Women‖s Inabilities Journal of Buddhist Ethics
... takes the position that only a male is capable of fulfilling such a role. In the early discourses, the locus classicus for this position is the Bahudhātuka-sutta of the Majjhima-nikāya, according to which a woman is incapable of occupying various positions, one of them being that of a Buddha.9 The B ...
... takes the position that only a male is capable of fulfilling such a role. In the early discourses, the locus classicus for this position is the Bahudhātuka-sutta of the Majjhima-nikāya, according to which a woman is incapable of occupying various positions, one of them being that of a Buddha.9 The B ...