It All in Your Mind
... partly of beings who were once human and are waiting to return to be reborn into the human realm, where they will again have an opportunity to become enlightened.” Maguire, Essential Buddhism at 28. ...
... partly of beings who were once human and are waiting to return to be reborn into the human realm, where they will again have an opportunity to become enlightened.” Maguire, Essential Buddhism at 28. ...
ROBERT SZUKSZTUL* Possible Roots of the Pure Land Buddhist
... it “a category by itself as a quasi-Buddhist religion which contains in it elements which are apparently not of Buddhist origin.”1 Naturally, the Pure Land tradition is much more than Jōdo Shinshū, but the case of the latter is instructive. Some see in it germs of Christian Gospel, some use it for c ...
... it “a category by itself as a quasi-Buddhist religion which contains in it elements which are apparently not of Buddhist origin.”1 Naturally, the Pure Land tradition is much more than Jōdo Shinshū, but the case of the latter is instructive. Some see in it germs of Christian Gospel, some use it for c ...
Taking Refuge: Where Practice Begins
... could do this, so could others, and that it was his duty to teach what he had learned so that other could achieve enlightenment as well. He saw that everyone had Buddha Nature. So in a sense, by taking refuge in the Buddha we are taking refuge in that possibility inherent in all of us to be a Buddha ...
... could do this, so could others, and that it was his duty to teach what he had learned so that other could achieve enlightenment as well. He saw that everyone had Buddha Nature. So in a sense, by taking refuge in the Buddha we are taking refuge in that possibility inherent in all of us to be a Buddha ...
The Kalama Sutta: How Free is Freedom of Thought?
... approaching the Buddha for clarification regarding certain basic issues. They clear their knowledge and obtain clear vision on such issues only after listening to the Buddha’s explanations. Question pertaining to kamma, rebirth etc. necessarily have to be understood through forms super-knowledge, wh ...
... approaching the Buddha for clarification regarding certain basic issues. They clear their knowledge and obtain clear vision on such issues only after listening to the Buddha’s explanations. Question pertaining to kamma, rebirth etc. necessarily have to be understood through forms super-knowledge, wh ...
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... Human beings are subject to desires and cravings, but even when we are able to satisfy these desires, the satisfaction is only temporary. Pleasure does not last; or if it does, it becomes monotonous. Even when we are not suffering from outward causes like illness or bereavement, we are unfulfilled, ...
... Human beings are subject to desires and cravings, but even when we are able to satisfy these desires, the satisfaction is only temporary. Pleasure does not last; or if it does, it becomes monotonous. Even when we are not suffering from outward causes like illness or bereavement, we are unfulfilled, ...
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... injuries and back pain” . On one occasion Buddha said” My body is just like an old, broken-down cart which has been repaired many times……….But my mind is as vigorous as ever…….My intellectual and spiritual vigor is undiminished, despite the enfeebled state of my body. 7 The First Noble Truth: Dukkha ...
... injuries and back pain” . On one occasion Buddha said” My body is just like an old, broken-down cart which has been repaired many times……….But my mind is as vigorous as ever…….My intellectual and spiritual vigor is undiminished, despite the enfeebled state of my body. 7 The First Noble Truth: Dukkha ...
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... sorrow after recognising its existence. Its aspiration and object was to remove ignorance. TheBuddha ntroduced the idea of placing a higher value on morality and the equality of people instead of on which family or caste person is form into. This was also the first attempt to abolish discrimination ...
... sorrow after recognising its existence. Its aspiration and object was to remove ignorance. TheBuddha ntroduced the idea of placing a higher value on morality and the equality of people instead of on which family or caste person is form into. This was also the first attempt to abolish discrimination ...
Life of the Buddha
... Walked seven steps and lotuses grew at his feet Declared this was his last rebirth ...
... Walked seven steps and lotuses grew at his feet Declared this was his last rebirth ...
Gandharan Standing Buddha
... standing Buddhas of Sahri-Bahlol (approximately five heads for one body), with their very large shoulders supporting a halo that, in its diameter, is even wider than the shoulders, and their easy flowing garments which shroud the body, lend the images a squat appearance that is the trademark of earl ...
... standing Buddhas of Sahri-Bahlol (approximately five heads for one body), with their very large shoulders supporting a halo that, in its diameter, is even wider than the shoulders, and their easy flowing garments which shroud the body, lend the images a squat appearance that is the trademark of earl ...
Buddhist Views on Overcoming Obstacles to Universal Friendship
... stages along the way to attaining the ultimate goal. The first of these important stages along the route is called “entering the stream”. This expression occurs only three times in the Pali canon, but the participial form sotāpanno (which means “having entered the stream” or “stream-entrant”) occur ...
... stages along the way to attaining the ultimate goal. The first of these important stages along the route is called “entering the stream”. This expression occurs only three times in the Pali canon, but the participial form sotāpanno (which means “having entered the stream” or “stream-entrant”) occur ...
Emergence of the Pure Land Path: The Mahayana Movement
... enlightenment and the giving of their own merit to others are interfused. Other paramitas also emphasize the resolution to fulfill the bodhisattva vows for the enlightenment of all beings. Morreover, precepts or morality was not necessarily construed as the rigid monastic rule governing sequestered ...
... enlightenment and the giving of their own merit to others are interfused. Other paramitas also emphasize the resolution to fulfill the bodhisattva vows for the enlightenment of all beings. Morreover, precepts or morality was not necessarily construed as the rigid monastic rule governing sequestered ...
Attaining Buddhahood in This Lifetime - Sgi-Usa
... We need not go somewhere special to do this. It is within the realities of daily living that we build a life condition of absolute happiness, which cannot be upset or destroyed by external circumstances. Nichiren states, “Each thing—the cherry, the plum, the peach, the damson—in its own entity, with ...
... We need not go somewhere special to do this. It is within the realities of daily living that we build a life condition of absolute happiness, which cannot be upset or destroyed by external circumstances. Nichiren states, “Each thing—the cherry, the plum, the peach, the damson—in its own entity, with ...
BUDDHISM WITHOUT BELIEFS
... initially assumed that were he to speak of it no one would understand him. A person who is asleep is either lost in deep unconsciousness or absorbed in a dream. Metaphorically, this was how the Buddha must have seen both his previous self as well as everyone else he had known: they either were blind ...
... initially assumed that were he to speak of it no one would understand him. A person who is asleep is either lost in deep unconsciousness or absorbed in a dream. Metaphorically, this was how the Buddha must have seen both his previous self as well as everyone else he had known: they either were blind ...
wesak - PowerPoint - Full Moon Meditations
... such as pain, sickness, injury, tiredness, old age, and eventually death; and we have to endure psychological suffering like sadness, fear, frustration, disappointment, and depression. Although there are different degrees of suffering and there are also positive experiences in life that we perceive ...
... such as pain, sickness, injury, tiredness, old age, and eventually death; and we have to endure psychological suffering like sadness, fear, frustration, disappointment, and depression. Although there are different degrees of suffering and there are also positive experiences in life that we perceive ...
Chapter 5 “Today we are going to learn about the Buddha and the
... artifacts was the Lion Capital – the national emblem of India. Also known as “Shakyasimha Buddha,” the Lion Capital was established by the Mauryan Emperor Ashoka to commemorate the life of Buddha and his teachings. Four symbolic representations stood atop the pillar: the elephant represented the dre ...
... artifacts was the Lion Capital – the national emblem of India. Also known as “Shakyasimha Buddha,” the Lion Capital was established by the Mauryan Emperor Ashoka to commemorate the life of Buddha and his teachings. Four symbolic representations stood atop the pillar: the elephant represented the dre ...
What Buddhism Is
... the repercussion on the mental attitude of the man who introspectively sees that his own body is mere energy and vibration? To quench thirst one may just easily drink a glass of water from a village well. Supposing his eyes are as powerful as microscopes, he would surely hesitate to drink the very s ...
... the repercussion on the mental attitude of the man who introspectively sees that his own body is mere energy and vibration? To quench thirst one may just easily drink a glass of water from a village well. Supposing his eyes are as powerful as microscopes, he would surely hesitate to drink the very s ...
The last meal of Buddha
... The word that detested the ears and the sight of the Indians was “Sukara” referring to a pig or a hog. It is stated in the commentaries by Buddhagosha, that Lord Buddha passed away after consuming “Sukara Maddava” for his Last Meal. This cannot be denied as it is found in the commentaries and also ...
... The word that detested the ears and the sight of the Indians was “Sukara” referring to a pig or a hog. It is stated in the commentaries by Buddhagosha, that Lord Buddha passed away after consuming “Sukara Maddava” for his Last Meal. This cannot be denied as it is found in the commentaries and also ...
Connor Lynch Art and Design
... way” (LIFE, 40). He sat under the Bodhi tree with just enough food and water to sustain him during meditation. The Bodhi tree became, therefore, an important symbol for Buddhists because Buddha sat under it for 49 days until he reached enlightenment. He then received the name of Buddha, “the Enlight ...
... way” (LIFE, 40). He sat under the Bodhi tree with just enough food and water to sustain him during meditation. The Bodhi tree became, therefore, an important symbol for Buddhists because Buddha sat under it for 49 days until he reached enlightenment. He then received the name of Buddha, “the Enlight ...
Transcript of the teachings by Geshe Chonyi
... Would remain for many hundreds of years There as it was before due to having the attribute of indestructibility, ...
... Would remain for many hundreds of years There as it was before due to having the attribute of indestructibility, ...
Buddhism - resources.teachnet.ie
... Gotama taught people to look at the results of their thoughts and actions. He showed them that if they acted wisely and well they could live happier lives. Men and women who continue to follow Gotama’s teaching and example are called Buddhists. The Life of the Buddha ...
... Gotama taught people to look at the results of their thoughts and actions. He showed them that if they acted wisely and well they could live happier lives. Men and women who continue to follow Gotama’s teaching and example are called Buddhists. The Life of the Buddha ...
Vesak is an annual holiday observed by practicing Buddhists in
... The Buddha, The Dharma (his teachings), and The Sangha (his disciples). As part of this dawn celebration devotees are encouraged to bring simple offerings of flowers, candles and joss-sticks to be laid at the feet of their teacher. These symbolic offerings are to remind followers that all life is su ...
... The Buddha, The Dharma (his teachings), and The Sangha (his disciples). As part of this dawn celebration devotees are encouraged to bring simple offerings of flowers, candles and joss-sticks to be laid at the feet of their teacher. These symbolic offerings are to remind followers that all life is su ...
Ln 12a Buddhism
... deprived. Seeing as how clinging to things (that were necessarily impermanent) was one of the primary causes of dukkha, he cautioned against excessive attachment. At the same time, he recognized a recurring and more general type of existential unease and anxiety (aniccha) that arises from the very t ...
... deprived. Seeing as how clinging to things (that were necessarily impermanent) was one of the primary causes of dukkha, he cautioned against excessive attachment. At the same time, he recognized a recurring and more general type of existential unease and anxiety (aniccha) that arises from the very t ...
A sketch of the Buddha and the Dhamma - Beck-Shop
... the other extreme and pursued a life of ascetic practices. This was a viable option during his lifetime because many of his contemporaries were renouncing both the traditional forms of life as well as the emerging possibilities of the newly developing urban centers. These wandering philosophers and ...
... the other extreme and pursued a life of ascetic practices. This was a viable option during his lifetime because many of his contemporaries were renouncing both the traditional forms of life as well as the emerging possibilities of the newly developing urban centers. These wandering philosophers and ...
Ullambana Service - Ti-Sarana Buddhist Association
... beings. Buddha Puja followed by thetotransference ofstmerits thto all departed beings. take in the transfer of merit the departed There will be a Ullambana Service from 21beings. to 27 August 2007 for members and devotees who have offered Dna to Please fill this form for participating in the Ullamb ...
... beings. Buddha Puja followed by thetotransference ofstmerits thto all departed beings. take in the transfer of merit the departed There will be a Ullambana Service from 21beings. to 27 August 2007 for members and devotees who have offered Dna to Please fill this form for participating in the Ullamb ...
Venerable Master Hsing Yun`s 2012 Letter to Dharma Protectors
... In order to ensure sustainability of the public trust fund, I volunteered to write the OneStroke Calligraphy works for charity sale. Not only has it contributed to funding, I have also been able to broadly develop good affinity and create many good causes. For this reason, regardless of season chang ...
... In order to ensure sustainability of the public trust fund, I volunteered to write the OneStroke Calligraphy works for charity sale. Not only has it contributed to funding, I have also been able to broadly develop good affinity and create many good causes. For this reason, regardless of season chang ...