In Buddhism, stories are often used to convey the intent of the dharma in a relatable way. We can find examples in sutras or other writings such as the Jataka Tales. We call this “skillful means,” or
We’ve embarked upon graduation season. Certificates and diplomas are conferred upon students of all ages to mark accomplishments, completions, and moving on. Commencement is a good word for the process because it signals new beginnings and …
Think, speak and act, then, always in the eternal now with compassion and understanding for your own enlightenment and for the enlightenment of all sentient beings.
Rev. Kenryu Tsuji, “Eternal Now” from The Heart of the Buddha-Dharma, pp. …
This year got off to a memorable start for my husband and me. Or rather, 2011 ended on a “sour” note following our respective New Year’s Eve services, for we were both stricken with a mysterious stomach …
My life is fleeting and finite and I do not know with certitude what tomorrow has in store for me. But in the transitory boundaries of my existence is the timeless flow of Amida’s life. In the finite sound of
