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Thought for Thu, 24 Jul 2008

It is the customary fate of new truths to begin as heresies and to end as superstitions. - T.H. Huxley...

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Zi Zhui

Is the teaching of "Buddha Nature" dangerous? 19 Replies

In a recent article I read on the net I came across a view that the teaching of Buddha nature is "very dangerous" (relevant excerpt is below). Well, Is the Buddha nature a concept that we should be...

Started by Zi Zhui in Website Feedback. Last reply by Palo Jul 18.

Zi Zhui

The veracity of the Mahayana Way 3 Replies

There is currently three paths that people who want to practice Buddhism can follow. There is the "old path" (Theravada) and the "great path" (Mahayana) and then the (mostly) Tibetan "diamond path"...

Started by Zi Zhui in General. Last reply by Ryan Vong Jul 13.

Eric Schwartz

Science and Buddhism intersection 2 Replies

I saw this article today in the New York Times. I've had real problems with this columnist in the past. He's very conservative. But this column is more thought provoking than usual. What do you thi...

Tagged: culture, science

Started by Eric Schwartz in General. Last reply by Palo Jul 12.

Ryan Vong

Maitreya Project- Heart Shrine Relic Tour

There are a couple of Buddhist relic tours traveling around the world. I hope to attend on coming into San Jose, CA tomorrow. Find out if there will be one near you city. Here's a link to the Mait...

Tagged: Relic, Tour, Shrine, Heart, Project

Started by Ryan Vong in Member Announcements Jul 12.

Ryan Vong

Giving Thanks 4 Replies

I'd like to take up a few lines to reflect all that I am thankful for this year. Please add yours. I am thankful... that each day begins with my wife and best friend whose wisdom, affection, stre...

Started by Ryan Vong in General. Last reply by Zi Zhui Jun 18.

Blog Posts

Chapter Four Attending to the Spirit of Awakening

1. Thus, upon firmly adopting the spirit of awakening, a child of the Jinas should always vigilantly strive not to neglect his training. 2. Although one has made a commitment, it is appropriate to reconsider whether or not to do that which has been rashly undertaken and has not been well considered. 3. But shall I discard that which has been examined by the sagacious Buddhas and their children, as well as by myself according to the best of my abilities? 4. If, upon making such a promise, I do… Continue

Posted by Samten Dorje on July 14th, 2008 at 8:52pm — No Comments (Add)

Chapter Three Adopting the Spirit of Awakening

1. I happily rejoice in the virtue of all sentient beings, which relieves the suffering of the miserable states of existence. May those who suffer dwell in happiness! 2. I rejoice in sentient beings’ liberation from the suffering of the cycle of existence, and I rejoice in the Protectors’ Bodhisattva Hood and Buddhahood. 3. I rejoice in the teachers’ oceanic expressions of the spirit of awakening, which delight and benefit all sentient beings. 4. With the folded hands I beseech the Fully Awak… Continue

Posted by Samten Dorje on July 14th, 2008 at 8:32pm — No Comments (Add)

Grand Opening of New KB Store

A variety of holistic therapies & vitamins for your pet & family from PetAlive.com, naturaleco.com and nativeremedies.com as well as the ability to buy stocks from one particular company brought to you from oneshare.com (starts on page 7). There is also a mind, body & spirit directory chock full of excellent resources. All this from one convenient location. Just use the link below ..... http://www.geocities.com/ldydanu9/My_KB_Store.html

Posted by Andrea on July 3rd, 2008 at 2:13pm — No Comments (Add)

Byodo Temple

This beautiful Buddhist temple is a replica of the 900-year-old Byodo-In located in Uji, Japan. It is located in one of the most peaceful locations in O'ahu - the Valley of the Temples. The valley is situated against a back-drop of tall cliffs and is landscaped with traditional lush Japanese gardens and koi ponds. Inside the Byodo-In Temple is a nine-foot Lotus Buddha. Outside is a thre… Continue

Posted by Ryan Vong on June 29th, 2008 at 11:15pm — No Comments (Add)

 
 

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