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35 Day Practice Day 28
35 Day Practice Day 28 Read Lotus Sutra M p. 289 “There was once a Buddha…(continue to end of chapter)” R p. 340 “In the past there was a Buddha…(continue to end of chapter)” Never Despising Bodhisattva Yes, you guessed it, after you finish today’s reading spend the remainder of your time split between chanting…
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…