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35 Day Practice Day 16
35 Day Practice Day 16 Read Lotus Sutra M p. 175 “I have expounded many sutras….(continue to p. 176)….will approach Anuttara-samyak-sambodi” R p. 229 “Then the Buddha spoke once again…(continue to top p. 230)…will come nearer to supreme awakening.” After you have read the selection today split the remainder of your practice time between practicing…
Plugging In – June 18, 2012 Meditation
Plugging In With so much electronic equipment that we are dependent upon being plugged in is not just a luxury, for some it is a necessity. Even the equipment that runs on batteries eventually needs to be recharged by plugging into electric current. We even use the phrase to describe how connected we are to…
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…