Mission – Monday July 16, 2012 Meditation

Mission Rissho Ankoku Ron submitted to Regent of Japan – 1260 “The more I’ve thought about happiness, the more surprised I’ve been at the importance of the “atmosphere of growth.” I think this is a huge engine of happiness, and when you have a mission, you create an atmosphere of growth whenever you pursue that mission. Have you found a way to have a mission? What is it – and does it boost your happiness?”…

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35 Day Practice Day 19

35 Day Practice Day 19 Read Lotus Sutra M p. 183 “Many-Treasures Buddha made another great vow….(continue to top of page 187)…..I have come to hear this sutra direct from you.” R p. 236 “The Buddha said to Great Delight….(continue to almost end of page 239)….I have come to this place to hear.” Purification of the World Today I have given you a very long portion to read. If you have any time remaining please…

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35 Day Practice Day 18

35 Day Practice Day 18 Read Lotus Sutra M p. 181 Beginning of Chapter XI to end of first paragraph p. 183 “Thereupon a stupa of the seven treasures ….. We wish to see that Buddha.” R p. 235 Beginning of Chapter XI to end of last full paragraph p. 236 “At that time a stupa of the seven precious….we want to see this Buddha’s body.” Stupa of Many Treasures I hope that the portion…

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35 Day Practice Day 17

35 Day Practice Day 17 Read Lotus Sutra M p. 176 “Medicine-King! Although many…..(continue to p. 177 end of paragraph)….cause them to attain Anuttara-samyak-sambodhi.” R p. 230 first paragraph “Medicine King, thought there are many….(read three paragraphs on this page ending with)….the Buddha has opened it up.” Thirsty Man Continue today splitting your remaining practice time between chanting Namu Myoho Renge Kyo and practicing reciting Chapter 16 in the Shindoku as before. Perhaps by this…

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