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Matsubagayatsu Persecution – Dharma Talk – August 27, 2019

(Dedicated to members practicing in Argentina) Today, the day I am writing this, is August 27, 2019, the anniversary of the Matsubagayatsu persecution endured by Nichiren Shonin.  It was during this event when thousands of lay believers of the Nembutsu-only school were incited to riot by their clergy with the tacit approval of the government.  The incident took place in Kamakura, Japan. On the evening of the 27th, Nichiren was prompted to leave his dwelling…

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Small and Not Inconsequential Practice – Video – August 18, 2019

Today in a brief Dharma presentation I offer an introduction to a new series I will explore over time.  In this exploration I will provide various practices individuals may choose to engage in.  While there are many things an individual may choose to do in order to enhance their personal connection to Buddhism and daily life, what I will focus on and teach are practices that can be supported by doctrine.  This is not to…

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Ji Ga Ge – Ichi Ichi Mon Mon Practice – Podcast – August 17, 2019

Ji Ga Ge – Ichi Ichi Mon Mon Practice This recording is of the Ji Ga Ge portion of Chapter XVI of the Lotus Sutra. Ichi Ichi Mon Mon is a practice for learning the correct pronunciation of passages of the Sutra for recitation. This is a one on one practice with an instructor and a student. The recitation is done line by line with the instructor reciting solo and the student following along by…

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Hoben Pon Ichi Ichi Mon Mon Practice – Podcast – August 17, 2019

Hoben Pon – Ichi Ichi Mon Mon Practice This recording is of the Hoben Pon Chapter II of the Lotus Sutra. Ichi Ichi Mon Mon is a practice for learning the correct pronunciation of passages of the Sutra for recitation. This is a one on one practice with an instructor and a student. The recitation is done line by line with the instructor reciting solo and the student following along by pointing to each character…

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