Part I – Time as a Factor in Buddhism – Senji-Sho

Part I – Time as a Factor in Buddhism “To study Buddhism, first of all we must know the right time.1” In Nichiren’s opening section to this writing, which consists of a series of questions and answers, he briefly sets forth several examples of how time or timing is so important in many matters of life and even more so concerning Buddhism. That knowing the correct time for a particular teaching, that is what time…

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Introduction to Commentary on Senji-sho

My purpose for writing this study of Senji Sho by Nichiren Shonin is to try to share my thoughts on this important writing. There are many wonderful commentaries available that may do a better job at explaining all the details of this work. My intent however is to lay out what I feel are important points and present them as I understand them. It has been my experience that for many who approach some of…

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Views on Death and Life

On Death and Life The following is not intended to be a doctrinal thesis, or to be considered as any thing other than my personal views regarding death. I am asked this question probably more than any other single question. I have taken the time here to summarize my response to those questions. Within Buddhist thought there are many who view one life as a continuation of another specific life, yet at the core of…

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Rich Man and His Son – Lotus Sutra Parable Dharma Talk – February 13, 2011

This Dharma talk was recorded live at the conclusion of morning service on February 13, 2011. The talk consists of the retelling of the parable found within the Lotus Sutra about the rich man and his poor son. The important message here being that through the mercy of the Buddha we are raised up in our condition of life and given a priceless treasure that we did not ask for not did we realize we…

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