pdf format - HH the Sakya Trizin
... the Sakya Trizin visiting the U.S.A. and Singapore, as well as touring Europe accompanied by Khöndung Gyana Vajra Rinpoche, while Khöndung Ratna Vajra Rinpoche graced Singapore and Taiwan with the Lamdre teachings and re-teachings respectively, before travelling to Nepal and the Spiti Valley. And no ...
... the Sakya Trizin visiting the U.S.A. and Singapore, as well as touring Europe accompanied by Khöndung Gyana Vajra Rinpoche, while Khöndung Ratna Vajra Rinpoche graced Singapore and Taiwan with the Lamdre teachings and re-teachings respectively, before travelling to Nepal and the Spiti Valley. And no ...
Basics of Practice - Nichiren Shoshu Myoshinji
... which people can enjoy happy lives together based on True Buddhism (Kosen-rufu). “Attaining Buddhahood in this lifetime” does not mean changing your human form. Nor does it mean becoming a Buddha when you die, a mistaken view commonly held in other Buddhist denominations. Rather, it means achieving, ...
... which people can enjoy happy lives together based on True Buddhism (Kosen-rufu). “Attaining Buddhahood in this lifetime” does not mean changing your human form. Nor does it mean becoming a Buddha when you die, a mistaken view commonly held in other Buddhist denominations. Rather, it means achieving, ...
Buddhist Hard Determinism: No Self, No Free Will, No Responsibility
... really exists. Obviously, we experience something, but whatever it is, it is not objectively real. Antirealism accepts the nonatomistic implication that parts are just as unreal as wholes, all the way down, whereby we arrive at an initially more egalitarian ontology—albeit a nihilistic one—in which ...
... really exists. Obviously, we experience something, but whatever it is, it is not objectively real. Antirealism accepts the nonatomistic implication that parts are just as unreal as wholes, all the way down, whereby we arrive at an initially more egalitarian ontology—albeit a nihilistic one—in which ...
Cliff Notes: Text and Image at Baodingshan
... earlier individual cave programs of Dunhuang, Yungang, and Longmen. Baodingshan was like a cave turned inside-out, its subject matter eclectic, and its mode of representation not truly akin to earlier carved or painted precedents [fig. 1]. Thus I began to search for the underlying motivation for suc ...
... earlier individual cave programs of Dunhuang, Yungang, and Longmen. Baodingshan was like a cave turned inside-out, its subject matter eclectic, and its mode of representation not truly akin to earlier carved or painted precedents [fig. 1]. Thus I began to search for the underlying motivation for suc ...
Jayarava-Spiral Path
... guttadvāra). So, all of these terms are closely related. The presence of sati & sampajañña ‘mindfulness & attentiveness’ in this list suggests that we should see them as moral qualities also. These two terms refer to awareness more generally, and the more specific terms could be said to define how s ...
... guttadvāra). So, all of these terms are closely related. The presence of sati & sampajañña ‘mindfulness & attentiveness’ in this list suggests that we should see them as moral qualities also. These two terms refer to awareness more generally, and the more specific terms could be said to define how s ...
The Eco-Buddhism of Marie Byles Journal of Buddhist Ethics
... mortal, changing world of saṃsāra and the deathless, unchanging world of nirvāṇa are one and the same—there is an essential essence that was in all things and in all “not-things,” and a oneness of humans and nature and the unchanging (195). She notes that Chinese and Japanese culture had helped to s ...
... mortal, changing world of saṃsāra and the deathless, unchanging world of nirvāṇa are one and the same—there is an essential essence that was in all things and in all “not-things,” and a oneness of humans and nature and the unchanging (195). She notes that Chinese and Japanese culture had helped to s ...
Meaning without Ego - Journal of Philosophy of Life
... Nibbāna.” However, Maurice Walshe disputed this understanding of nibbāna, “In fact it is precisely the one and only transcendental element in Buddhism, for which very reason no attempt is made to define it in terms of a personal god, a higher self, or the like. It is ineffable. It can, however, be r ...
... Nibbāna.” However, Maurice Walshe disputed this understanding of nibbāna, “In fact it is precisely the one and only transcendental element in Buddhism, for which very reason no attempt is made to define it in terms of a personal god, a higher self, or the like. It is ineffable. It can, however, be r ...
The Buddhist Coleridge: Creating Space for The Rime of the Ancient
... (i.e., from an ignorant being to a Buddha). As an unawakened being, the Mariner perceives the natural environment as inferior to himself, and he fuels his own self-made concept of inferiority in order to solidify his own existence. The ignorant, ego-based desire to aggrandize the self becomes the i ...
... (i.e., from an ignorant being to a Buddha). As an unawakened being, the Mariner perceives the natural environment as inferior to himself, and he fuels his own self-made concept of inferiority in order to solidify his own existence. The ignorant, ego-based desire to aggrandize the self becomes the i ...
Mohenjo-daro
... Indian concept of yogic breath control used in sculptures to signify inner life and vitality Prominent belly symbolizes physical and spiritual well-being Fig 12 & 13 – male torsos from Harappa Fig 117 – Shiva Nataraja ...
... Indian concept of yogic breath control used in sculptures to signify inner life and vitality Prominent belly symbolizes physical and spiritual well-being Fig 12 & 13 – male torsos from Harappa Fig 117 – Shiva Nataraja ...
Buddhism and Suicide The Case of Channa ISSN 1076-9005 Damien Keown
... are held up by the tradition as moral paradigms: in all circumstances to imitate a Buddha or an Arhat is to do right. Suicide, however, according to the views of Lamotte and others, is an exception to this rule. In this one respect the unenlightened should not emulate the enlightened. But why should ...
... are held up by the tradition as moral paradigms: in all circumstances to imitate a Buddha or an Arhat is to do right. Suicide, however, according to the views of Lamotte and others, is an exception to this rule. In this one respect the unenlightened should not emulate the enlightened. But why should ...
TRUTH - As given to the Buddha
... “He who controls his own destiny, despite the gods or other people; and he who has defeated his own vanities and evil: him, do I call a Brahma.” (Again, Brahma meaning the upper-class of mankind.) Oh, the Buddha knew what the word “Brahma” meant in his part of the world. (The Buddha was the son of a ...
... “He who controls his own destiny, despite the gods or other people; and he who has defeated his own vanities and evil: him, do I call a Brahma.” (Again, Brahma meaning the upper-class of mankind.) Oh, the Buddha knew what the word “Brahma” meant in his part of the world. (The Buddha was the son of a ...
Buddhāvataṃsaka-sūtra - REAL-d
... certain conditions and create the outside world. The tathāgatagarbha is the essence/nature of the Buddha inherent in all living beings that enables them to become Buddha in the future. ...
... certain conditions and create the outside world. The tathāgatagarbha is the essence/nature of the Buddha inherent in all living beings that enables them to become Buddha in the future. ...
Book - Jainism in Buddhist Literature Author
... the two religions, established the fact that Jainism was an earlier and independent religion of India. Although over eighty years have passed since Jacobi's researches, the much-needed comparative study of Jainism and Buddhism has not been undertaken seriously. There have been passing references to ...
... the two religions, established the fact that Jainism was an earlier and independent religion of India. Although over eighty years have passed since Jacobi's researches, the much-needed comparative study of Jainism and Buddhism has not been undertaken seriously. There have been passing references to ...
History of Indian Buddhism From Sakyamuni to Early Mahayana
... essay short bibliographical comments for each chapter consisting of notes about both primary and secondary sources the reader might consult for additional information or other views. For additional references, the reader should refer to Frank Reynolds' Guide to the Buddhist Religion for English-lang ...
... essay short bibliographical comments for each chapter consisting of notes about both primary and secondary sources the reader might consult for additional information or other views. For additional references, the reader should refer to Frank Reynolds' Guide to the Buddhist Religion for English-lang ...
A History of Indian Buddhism: From Śākyamuni to Early Mahāyāna
... essay short bibliographical comments for each chapter consisting of notes about both primary and secondary sources the reader might consult for additional information or other views. For additional references, the reader should refer to Frank Reynolds' Guide to the Buddhist Religion for English-lang ...
... essay short bibliographical comments for each chapter consisting of notes about both primary and secondary sources the reader might consult for additional information or other views. For additional references, the reader should refer to Frank Reynolds' Guide to the Buddhist Religion for English-lang ...
Daniel Bouchez - Hal-SHS
... "Among the works of fiction (p'aesŏl), there is the Nine Could Dream, which was written by Sŏp’o. Its main theme is that merit, fame, wealth, and honors are like a springtime dream. As a child, I used to listen to that story, which was looked on as a Buddhist parable (Sŏkka yuŏn)."2 The spring dream ...
... "Among the works of fiction (p'aesŏl), there is the Nine Could Dream, which was written by Sŏp’o. Its main theme is that merit, fame, wealth, and honors are like a springtime dream. As a child, I used to listen to that story, which was looked on as a Buddhist parable (Sŏkka yuŏn)."2 The spring dream ...
Global Buddhism
... current widespread curiosity and interest in Buddhist practices and teachings in Western countries. Be it teachings of the Dalai Lama, Thich Nhat Hanh, or other prominent teachers, halls are filled by people flocking to such events. Not surprisingly, during the last two decades, Buddhist groups and ...
... current widespread curiosity and interest in Buddhist practices and teachings in Western countries. Be it teachings of the Dalai Lama, Thich Nhat Hanh, or other prominent teachers, halls are filled by people flocking to such events. Not surprisingly, during the last two decades, Buddhist groups and ...
The Case of Sudinna: On the Function of
... He replied to his parents: “According to what your son has seen, the five sense pleasures are harmful for virtue. Their happiness is like lightning, causing sadness and pain that lasts a long time. For this I would never give up cultivating the holy life.” Like this he sternly replied three times. T ...
... He replied to his parents: “According to what your son has seen, the five sense pleasures are harmful for virtue. Their happiness is like lightning, causing sadness and pain that lasts a long time. For this I would never give up cultivating the holy life.” Like this he sternly replied three times. T ...
PT Sangha - Audio/Visual Catalog
... are organized on four disks, with the second disk containing the 2nd and 3rd talks. The Buddha was very pragmatic. He didn't philosophize about "the nature of reality"; he gave us simple, basic guidelines about how we can manage the challenges and difficulties of life. The Buddha started with the ba ...
... are organized on four disks, with the second disk containing the 2nd and 3rd talks. The Buddha was very pragmatic. He didn't philosophize about "the nature of reality"; he gave us simple, basic guidelines about how we can manage the challenges and difficulties of life. The Buddha started with the ba ...
Insular Buddhist Communities and Attendance Patterns: The True
... independently. One Buddhist group known as the Calgary Pai Yuin Temple (a branch of the True Buddha School organization) has claimed to devote much effort, since its establishment in 1992, to create a harmonized congregation in which Canadians, both Chinese and non-Chinese, can practice together. Th ...
... independently. One Buddhist group known as the Calgary Pai Yuin Temple (a branch of the True Buddha School organization) has claimed to devote much effort, since its establishment in 1992, to create a harmonized congregation in which Canadians, both Chinese and non-Chinese, can practice together. Th ...
the complete issue. - Institute of Buddhist Studies
... came to understand that his attraction to the offbeat was more than scholarly eccentricity. Indeed, as his works demonstrate, this interest in anomaly or difference constituted a theoretical stance, though Jim’s interest in theory was not for the theory itself but for what theory can help us to see. ...
... came to understand that his attraction to the offbeat was more than scholarly eccentricity. Indeed, as his works demonstrate, this interest in anomaly or difference constituted a theoretical stance, though Jim’s interest in theory was not for the theory itself but for what theory can help us to see. ...
Buddhism From Within.qxd
... about Buddhism is that it recognizes that no words can completely capture what it is pointing to, maybe that is just as well. At least this way readers will not be tempted to conclude that by the end of the book they know all about Buddhism. On the other hand, if the book has done its job, it should ...
... about Buddhism is that it recognizes that no words can completely capture what it is pointing to, maybe that is just as well. At least this way readers will not be tempted to conclude that by the end of the book they know all about Buddhism. On the other hand, if the book has done its job, it should ...
List of Osho`s English Discourse DVD Mp3`s
... Nansen: The Point Of Departure Nirvana: The Last Nightmare No Mind: The Flower Of Eternity One Seed Makes The Whole Earth Green Returning To The Source Rinzai: Master Of The Irrational The Buddha: The Emptiness Of The Heart ...
... Nansen: The Point Of Departure Nirvana: The Last Nightmare No Mind: The Flower Of Eternity One Seed Makes The Whole Earth Green Returning To The Source Rinzai: Master Of The Irrational The Buddha: The Emptiness Of The Heart ...
The_Buddha
... one-hundred books on Buddhism and never learn one word of what the Buddha said. You can finish reading this book (you now hold) and know that you will not learn one word of what the Buddha actually said to this world. This author fully understands this fact; and will not attempt to fool any person r ...
... one-hundred books on Buddhism and never learn one word of what the Buddha said. You can finish reading this book (you now hold) and know that you will not learn one word of what the Buddha actually said to this world. This author fully understands this fact; and will not attempt to fool any person r ...
Wonhyo - Charles Muller
... an issue from a variety of perspectives, there is no doubt that some part of Wonhyo’s success as a Buddhist scholar can be attributed to his writing skills. His classical Chinese writing ability is simply superb – on a par with any of the great Chinese scholars of the period. His writing in classica ...
... an issue from a variety of perspectives, there is no doubt that some part of Wonhyo’s success as a Buddhist scholar can be attributed to his writing skills. His classical Chinese writing ability is simply superb – on a par with any of the great Chinese scholars of the period. His writing in classica ...