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Legos – October 2, 2018
(From my book Lotus Path Vol. I) It could be Legos or it could be anything. How many times have you gotten some item that required some assembly and just jumped right in without reading the instructions? Children are frequently enthralled with the bright colored building blocks that snap together and can be used to…
Life of Nichiren Shonin – Video – July 31, 2019
Below is a little video I put together on October 13, 2014 from photos and videos. These video tour begins with images from my Docho ceremony. When a person begins the process of becoming a priest the first step is Tokudo. The Tokudo is where a novice shaves their head and takes up the robes…
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…