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35 Day Practice Day 2
35 Day Practice Day 2 Read Lotus Sutra: M p. 23 “Thereupon the World-Honored One…(page 24)…despite these differences.” R p. 75 “At that time the World-Honored One…(page 76)…complete fundamental coherence.” Depending upon how long it takes you to read this, and please take your time doing so, chant the remainder of your goal time. If…
Contemplating Disease – Cessation – Part 13c – January 15, 2019
Chih-I reminds us that when the lord of the castle is determined and hard as a rock, the guards are also strong. When the lord is timid, then the guards will be busy, distracted, and possibly hasten to run away. You are the lord and the castle is your body. The guards are the two…
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…