Deciphering the Lotus Sutra: Commentary by Nikkyo Niwano (Chapter 1) In this introductory chapter we pick up the thread that runs through the entire Lotus Sutra. It is the beginning, or prologue, of an exceedingly long sermon. But even though it is a prologue, its substance is not meager, […]
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Deciphering the Lotus Sutra: Commentary by Thich Nhat Hanh (Chapter 3) One Vehicle #1 A wise teacher, when he or she looks at their disciples, is able to see which path each disciple will follow in the future and the realization they will attain. With this knowledge, the teaching can […]
Deciphering the Lotus Sutra: Commentary by Gene Reeves (Chapter 3) #1 The Parable of the Burning House is interpreted as saying that the world is like a burning house…leading some to think that our goal should be to escape from the burning house that is this world. But escaping from […]
Deciphering the Lotus Sutra: Commentary by Daisaku Ikeda (Chapter 3) Simile and Parable: Compassion and Wisdom Distilled to Their Fragrant Essence #1 The heart of the [Lotus] sutra is compassion, a determination to save all living beings, a profound empathy that feels the sufferings of other living beings as one’s […]
Deciphering the Lotus Sutra: Commentary by Nichiren Daishonin (Chapter 3) Point Seven, on using similes and parables to obtain understanding, as in the passage “Moreover, Shāriputra, I too will now make use of similes and parables to further clarify this doctrine. For through similes and parables those who are […]
Deciphering the Lotus Sutra: Commentary by Nikkyo Niwano (Chapter 3) Beginning with this chapter, the Lotus Sutra becomes much easier. The Buddha’s teaching so far has been theoretical and philosophical, but here, with the introduction of a parable, there is an abrupt change to a style readily understood by […]
Deciphering the Lotus Sutra: Commentary by Master Hsuan Hua (Chapter 3) Sutra: “Shariputra, in a future age, after limitless and boundless, inconceivable eons…” Outline: F4. Shariputra is given a prediction. G1. Prose. H1. Time. Commentary: Shariputra, in a future age, after limitless and boundless, inconceivable eons. I am now […]
Deciphering the Lotus Sutra: Commentary by Thich Nhat Hanh (Chapter 2) #1 Whatever eyes you use to look at the Buddha, you will see the Buddha only through those eyes. If you feel angry, and regard others with eyes of anger and small-mindedness, then you will see everyone as […]
Deciphering the Lotus Sutra: Commentary by Gene Reeves (Chapter 2) #1 It is extremely important to understand that the many skillful means are always within the One Buddha Way, not alternatives to it. The many skillful means are “skillful” only because they skillfully lead to the One Way, and the […]
Deciphering the Lotus Sutra: Commentary by Daisaku Ikeda (Chapter 2) The Revelation of the Single Buddha Vehicle: Opening the Door to the Oneness of Mentor and Disciple #1 “Expedient Means” makes it absolutely clear that the true intent of the Buddha in teaching the three vehicles was to teach […]
