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Namu And You – The Formula – Part 3 – June 17, 2019
Namu Myoho Renge Kyo is what we chant as our primary faith practice, our most important ritual practice in Nichiren Buddhism. More than one person has been confused about what is our primary most important practice. It is easy enough to misunderstand that more than chanting the sutra or a portion of the sutra the…
Five Implements of Skillful Means for Entry to the Dharma
Zeal, Vigor, Mindfulness, Discernment, Single-Mindedness These Five Implements were presented by Chih-i in his “Essentials for Practicing Calming and Insight and Dhyana Meditation” Zeal – First a person much possess the desire, the willingness to change something. Without this aspiring to change there is no initial cause for implementation. Vigor – Next a person must approach the task with effort, and a willingness to accomplish the task without letting up. Not being afraid to challenge…