Exploring the reasons for why the Buddha introduced a prior event before speaking the contents of the “Contemplation Sutra”
The ceremony highlighted the continuing importance of family temple lineages in Japan
The Buddha of our world introduced the Buddha of Infinite Light to reveal how enlightenment is open to all, Buddhist or non-Buddhist
The profound meaning of reciting Amitabha Buddha’s name is both multi-layered yet all-embracing, which can be practiced by all
Amitabha’s deliverance is pro-active, equal and unconditional, predicated on attaining Buddhahood in the Pure Land on the Easy Path
Towards a correct understanding the third scripture of the Pure Land tradition, especially regarding the mind of practice
Exploring the characteristics and qualities of the transcendent, paradisical Pure Land that lead to repose and Buddhahood
How the Name of Amitabha Buddha embodies the profound realities of the Pure Land and the dual qualities of infinite light and life
Rev. Hondaku, ordained minister in the Higashi Honganji, reveals his ambitious plans for Buddhist dissemination in the AI age
Unpacking the profound meaning of invoking the Name of Amitabha Buddha and how it encompasses all Dharma practice
Encountering the profound teachings and presence of the Buddha of Infinite Light reveals the power of the Name
How the Pure Land tradition understands the Buddha’s departure from the world, and how to faithfully transmit the lamp of the Dharma
