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- Mon May 27, 2013 3:02 pm
- Forum: East Asian Buddhism
- Topic: Japanese Buddhism in Reality
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2163
Re: Japanese Buddhism in Reality
Thanks, plwk, for posting these videos. It is very interesting to see the perspectives of these students. I'd be interested to learn the curriculum at Taisho University for the would-be priests. While it may be true that Japanese Buddhism is associated, in part, with funerary practice, each of these...
- Sun May 05, 2013 4:30 pm
- Forum: Tendai
- Topic: Learning about Tendai
- Replies: 69
- Views: 20883
Re: Learning about Tendai
I was able to snag from the Google Books site some parts of J Stone's book. http://books.google.com/books?id=jbO_KctXdecC&pg=PA190&source=gbs_toc_r&cad=4#v=onepage&q&f=false for anyone interested. ...I should mention that I've just started to read the article, and already seem to...
- Sun May 05, 2013 3:56 pm
- Forum: Dharma in Everyday Life
- Topic: The Buddha leaving his family
- Replies: 37
- Views: 11603
Re: The Buddha leaving his family
...and according to the tradition, Yasodhara became a Bhikkhuni (nun) in the Sangha among the first women that Buddha ordained, and Rahula became a monk in the Sangha; he was the first Samanera as a boy. Both Ven. Yasodhara and Ven. Rahula are recognized in the Pali Canon as arahants. So, the Buddha...
- Fri Apr 26, 2013 1:43 pm
- Forum: Tendai
- Topic: Are Tendai practices of "Marathon Monks" Asceticism?
- Replies: 55
- Views: 17617
Re: Are Tendai practices of "Marathon Monks" Asceticism?
Others have used the word "inspiration" to describe the Kaihogyo monks. When viewing the video of the Kaihogyo, and the Shugendo trailer, how can one not be inspired to practice? I measure the dedication, nobility, humility and Bodhisattva quality of the Kaihogyo monks against what we have...
- Thu Apr 25, 2013 2:17 pm
- Forum: East Asian Buddhism
- Topic: Ennin, Susiddhi, and the Tendai/Taimitsu tradition
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3499
Re: Ennin, Susiddhi, and the Tendai/Taimitsu tradition
Ven. Indrajala: Thank you for this: Incidentally, I also wrote a brief article on Ennin which might be of interest (mostly about his journal which I enjoy reading and studying): https://sites.google.com/site/dharmadep ... nd-journey I very much enjoyed reading this morning your article on Ven. Ennin...
- Sun Apr 21, 2013 7:44 pm
- Forum: Dharma Stories
- Topic: Ordination
- Replies: 68
- Views: 28427
Re: Ordination
Ven. Indrajala (formerly Jeffrey): I saw your announcement earlier today on Facebook, and was very happy for you. Your robes may not make you wiser, but your already demonstrated wisdom and unique insight will be a great addition to the ordained community! As I said earlier, Anumodana!, and may you ...
- Sat Apr 20, 2013 7:30 pm
- Forum: Engaged Buddhism
- Topic: A Place at the Table
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2105
Re: A Place at the Table
It's great to see anyone use their high profile for community awareness. You might like this one too... John Bon Jovi's Soul Kitchen. "JBJ Soul Kitchen is a community restaurant with no prices on the menu; customers donate to pay for their meal. If you are unable to donate you may do volunteer...
- Fri Apr 19, 2013 2:08 pm
- Forum: Lounge
- Topic: Monarchy vs Democracy
- Replies: 155
- Views: 29782
Re: Monarchy vs Democracy
Jikan, your points regarding the fallacy of actual democracy in our government are very well taken. Take a look at the recent US Senate vote on requiring gun show background checks. Though roughly 80-90 percent of the populace support these checks, the Senate voted to deny a bill requiring these che...
- Thu Apr 18, 2013 9:14 pm
- Forum: Engaged Buddhism
- Topic: A Place at the Table
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2105
A Place at the Table
Saw today an interesting video featuring Jeff Bridges and efforts by many to alleviate hunger in the US. http://youtu.be/fzEKhYqnPHs I have not been a fan of Bernie Glassman lately (clown nose etc, and Zenny commercial stuff), but anyone who can raise awareness, and recruit an actor to get the word ...
- Thu Apr 18, 2013 7:58 pm
- Forum: Dharma in Everyday Life
- Topic: Should secular Buddhism be tolerated?
- Replies: 114
- Views: 28676
Re: Should secular Buddhism be tolerated?
even science is giving us additional valid reasons to believe that Vajrayana Buddhism is the true Buddhism. I'm just going to chalk all of this up to a debate between absolutism or fundamentalism and, I suppose, those that practice here with an open mind and heart. I have always taken from the Dhar...
- Thu Apr 18, 2013 1:50 pm
- Forum: Dharma in Everyday Life
- Topic: Should secular Buddhism be tolerated?
- Replies: 114
- Views: 28676
Re: Should secular Buddhism be tolerated?
It's my understanding from the early texts that Gautama, when asked about deities by the lay folk as he traveled from town to town, refused to respond one way or the other. The idea was that the existence/nonexistence of creator gods and deities was not integral to his Dharma. So, if the Buddha expr...
- Sat Apr 13, 2013 2:04 pm
- Forum: Dharma in Everyday Life
- Topic: Enlightened masters?
- Replies: 43
- Views: 10355
Re: Enlightened masters?
I took from randomseb's comment the idea that in the west, especially in the United States, we have seen our fill of self-described "Zen Masters" and "enlightened" adepts, who turned out to be profiteers and charlatans. Buy a copy of Shambhala Sun and you'll see ads selling DVDs,...
- Thu Apr 11, 2013 12:36 pm
- Forum: Chan
- Topic: Maximum Ordination Age
- Replies: 17
- Views: 6867
Re: Maximum Ordination Age
My thought on the subject would be that yes, if any elderly man or woman came to the temple seeking food and shelter, it should be given. If this person sought to go forth, then at least some inquiry as to their intention would be important. If a man (or woman) asked to be ordained at the age of 70 ...
- Wed Apr 10, 2013 1:48 am
- Forum: North America (USA & Canada)
- Topic: Introduction to Buddhist Practice: DC/NoVA
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1625
Re: Introduction to Buddhist Practice: DC/NoVA
This is a great program, Jikan, and a terrific way to introduce folks to practice fundamentals. I hope that people who participate get a glimpse of Tendai practice and its wonderful possibilities. I wish you success with this; it's just so important (IMO) for practitioners to have a strong, learned,...
- Tue Apr 02, 2013 10:57 pm
- Forum: Dharma in Everyday Life
- Topic: I'm new to buddhism, and I'm facing a tough situation. help?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 4733
Re: I'm new to buddhism, and I'm facing a tough situation. h
The emotions are really disturbing and painful. And it's in anticipation of these emotions...because it's not like these events have even transpired yet. I wish I could feel complete and fulfilled. I'm starting to think this is what it would boil down to. I feel like I need her to fill up some void...
- Sun Mar 31, 2013 2:24 pm
- Forum: Meditation
- Topic: In my head
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2049
Re: In my head
The meditation that you developed is a very nice visualization; these visualizations can be very useful in meditation practice. One suggestion might be, however, to do as the other posters suggested, and develop a meditation practice with the help of of a teacher and sangha. Books and sutras can be ...
- Sat Mar 30, 2013 2:27 pm
- Forum: Tendai
- Topic: Tendai buddhism and syncretism
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4343
Re: Tendai buddhism and syncretism
Actually, Jikan, Rev. Monshin and Rev. Shumon cheered my heart and illuminated it a bit! Were it not for Dharma Wheel and your inputs from a few years ago, I wouldn't have seen Tendai on my radar. I had become quite discouraged with my search for a Sangha. I felt in 2011 as though I would rather jus...
- Sat Mar 30, 2013 1:41 pm
- Forum: Tendai
- Topic: Tendai buddhism and syncretism
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4343
Re: Tendai buddhism and syncretism
The lat Prof. David Chappell makes the case that Tendai has this characteristic (among many) of being a traditional and very popular practice, yet uniquely situated to be of great application in the modern dynamic world. No school in Chinese Buddhism was as successful as T'ien-t'ai in providing an o...
- Wed Mar 27, 2013 2:49 pm
- Forum: Prayers and Aspirations
- Topic: A severe period of depression
- Replies: 16
- Views: 4033
Re: A severe period of depression
Deep Fried Funk: The bigger the heart you have, the stronger a receptor you are to the world's negativity. Having a big heart, and intellect (as you clearly have) and good intentions is the path in front of you to be the healer that you wish to be. Depression can be like a thief that climbs in your ...
- Tue Mar 26, 2013 9:34 pm
- Forum: Discovering Mahayana Buddhism
- Topic: Mahayana/Vajrayana Links and Resources
- Replies: 427
- Views: 183482
Re: Tendai & TienTai Resources
Here's one I purchased and have been carrying around with me this year. http://www.amazon.com/Essentials-Buddhist-Meditation-Kalavinka-Classics/dp/1935413007 It's outstanding, and while this book serves in part as an illustration of the beauty and gravitas of Tien Tai and Tendai tradition, it's also...