The universal gate a commentary on avalokitesvaras. The lotus sutra, as it is generally known in the west, is one of the most important of all the mahayana sutras, and especially in japan, where it is popularly known as the hokekyou, it has been held in high regard ever since prince shoutoku included a commentary on it in his set of commentaries on three mahayana sutras sangyougisho. No part of this book may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system. This is chapter twentyfive, the universal door chapter. Mar 04, 2017 the meaning of the lotus sutra is i devote my life to the mystic law of the lotus sutra. Lotus sutra together with its opening and closing sutras, the sutra of innumerable meanings and the sutra of meditation on the bodhisattva universal virtuemy guide not. About the book the compassionate visage of avalokitesvara bodhisattva, better known as guanyin in chinese has been a source of inspiration and devotion for centuries. The lotus sutra is regarded by many others as a religious classic of great beauty and power and one of the most important and most. The larger sutra is replete with myriad buddhas and bodhisattvas, described as filling every grasstip or atom. The translation in this volume is based upon kumarajivas chinese work. The next morning when planet earth woke up, her lap was full of flowers.
Sugawara mitsushige japanese one of the masterworks of the mets buddhist painting collection, this handscroll is the earliest known painted version of the twentyfifth chapter of the lotus sutra, which is known as the universal gateway of the bodhisattva. Unfortunately, the lotus sutra is one of the most challenging buddhist texts to read due to its length, depth, and difficult prose style. But reading this and other sutras in translation, we are confronted with many. The lotus sutra is considered by all philosophers as a crucial piece in understanding buddhist philosophy and its unique and almost poetic structure is beautifully translated by watson in a distinct way that it can be easily understood yet still greatly appreciated by both beginners and adept readers in. A beginning point is always regarded as very important in buddhism, and kuanyin is understood as making it possible for. The lotus sutra goodreads meet your next favorite book. The lotus sutra is considered by all philosophers as a crucial piece in understanding buddhist philosophy and its unique and almost poetic structure is beautifully translated by watson in a distinct way that it can be easily understood yet still greatly appreciated by both beginners and adept readers in mahayana buddhist texts. Chapter 25 of the lotus sutra is called kuanyins universal gate. The universal gate just mentioned is only one f the twenty eight chapters of the lotus sutra. The universal gate sutra provides a description of avalokitesvara bodhisattva and how he serves as a universal gate of benefits for sentient beings. The sutra on the merit of bathing the buddhasaid, noble son, all buddhas, world honored ones, have three bodies. The meaning of the lotus sutra is i devote my life to the mystic law of the lotus sutra.
Whether youre experienced with the lotus or have never endeavored to read it, youll have a deeper understanding. The two most important teachings found in the lotus sutra are both contained in chapter 16. The universal gate a commentary on avalokitesvaras universal. Universal gate chapter of the lotus sutra chinese, pinyin. Oh worldhonored one, of wondrous form, i inquire again of that buddhachild. It appears in thich nhat hanh, chanting from the heart parallax press, rev. The lotus sutras universal gate chapter on avalokitesvara bodhisattva. Verse of the universal gateway verse of the avalokiteshvara bodhisattva universal gateway chapter of the lotus sutra bodhisattva inexhaustible intent asked a question in verse. The lotus sutra has essentially defined east asian buddhism with its imagery, devotional passages, and ideas regarding equality between men and women as well as enlightenment for all beings.
Jesus did not lie he did return, exactly as he had promised. In particular the concept of one vehicle, which permeates the work, has had great influence on multiple schools. Buddha of ten thousand beautiful aspects, may i ask you this question. This is certainly one of the best buddhist books available to the englishspeaking reader. Universal gateway, chapter 25 of the lotus sutra, text. Within the buddhist canon, the lotus sutra is one text that should be read as a whole. Universal gateway, chapter 25 of the lotus sutra dated 1257 calligrapher. The lotus sutra book by gautama buddha thriftbooks. Sutra book zen center of pittsburgh, deep spring temple. Lotus sutra twenty eight the encouragement of bodhisattva universally worthy. T he lotus sutra is one of the most important and influential of all the sutras or sacred scriptures of mahayana buddhism, revered by almost all branches of the mahayana teachings, and over many centuries the object of intense veneration among buddhist believers throughout china, korea, japan, and other regions of eastern asia we do not know where or when the lotus sutra was composed, or in. Guanyin, who has been a source of inspiration and devotion for buddhists and nonbuddhists for centuries.
This book, available in english for the first time, is one of venerable master hsing yuns first publications. May be a few little pinyin errors, so please let me know if you spot any. A t that time, inexhaustible intention bodhisattva rose from his seat, uncovered his right shoulder, placed his palms together, and facing the buddha, said, world honored one, for what reason is the bodhisattva guanshiyin called guanshiyin. The chinese title means sutra of the lotus flower of the wonderful dharma. Universal gateway, chapter 25 of the lotus sutra dated 1257. Lotus sutra together with its opening and closing sutras, the sutra of innumerable meanings and the sutra of meditation on the bodhisattva universal virtuemy guide not only outlines the contents of the sutra but also. This book ranks number 1 in nonliterature category, published to over 1 million pieces, also ranks number 5 in top sales of. Check out the lotus sutrauniversal door chapter by imee ooi on amazon music. To make the understanding of the lotus sutra, there are books available to enable you to grasp the essence of the lotus. The lotus sutra25 the universal gate of bodhisattva.
The lotus sutra is one of the most important sutras in mahayana buddhism. The lotus sutrauniversal door chapter by imee ooi on amazon. About the book the compassionate visage of avalokitesvara bodhisattva, better. The universal gate provides a new translation of avalokitesvaras universal gate sutra, the buddhs scriptural account of this celebrated sage and his power to manifest in whatever form is necessary to help others. The lotus sutra25 the universal gate of bodhisattva kanzeon. Early on his monastic career, he was involved in promoting buddhism. The lotus sutra translated by burton watson chapter twentyfive. The work has both literary and philosophical merit, combining verse and parables with clarity of insight, earning it a permanent spot in the history of buddhism.
In it, shakyamuni expounds the ultimate truth of life to which he was enlightened. Huayan buddhism and the phenomenal universe of the flower. World honored one, this bodhisattva perceiver of the worlds sounds why is he called perceiver of the world. A gate in buddhism is an entrance to the dharma and a beginning toward awakening. Here, lopez provides what he calls the plot summary of the lotus sutra. Unfortunately, the lotus sutra is one of the most challenging buddhist. Wayists believe that jesus did not lie, that he did return to work in the earth realm as the glorious spiritual being entitled in sanskrit literature as avalokiteshvara, in the years around c. The lotus sutra by anonymous meet your next favorite book. Feb 27, 2019 the larger sutra is replete with myriad buddhas and bodhisattvas, described as filling every grasstip or atom. The universal door of gwanshiyin bodhisattva the bodhisattva who contemplates the sounds of the world cha pter 25. Lotus sutra twenty seven the former deeds of king wondrous splendor.
The wonderful dharma lotus flower sutra city of 10,000 buddhas. Sukhavati, who teaches universal liberation for all sentient beings. Tina turner lotus sutra purity of mind 2h meditation. This translation of the discourse on the lotus of the wonderful dharma. T he wonderful dharma lotus flower sutra has seven rolls and is divided into twentyeight chapters. Lotus sutra, lotus of the good law or true doctrine sutra, one of the earlier mahayana buddhist texts venerated as the quintessence of truth by the japanese tendai chinese tientai and nichiren sects. The doctrine of three thousand realms in a single moment of life is found in only one place, hidden in the depths of the life span chapter of the essential teaching of the lotus sutra. Recite the universal door chapter of the lotus sutra.
The universal door of guanshiyin bodhisattva the bodhisattva who contemplates the sounds of the world. This book ranks number 1 in nonliterature category. May 22, 2014 universal gateway, chapter 25 of the lotus sutra, text inscribed by sugawara mitsushige, kamakura period, dated 1257, handscroll. Sutra opening verse 5 the lotus sutras universal gate chapter on avalokitesvara bodhisattva 7 heart sutra 63 dharani of great compassion 70 triple refuge 77 dedication of merit 79 glossary 80. From the jacket chu tao sheng stands out in history as a unique and preeminent thinker whose paradigmatic, original ideas paved he way for the advent of chinese buddhism, the universality of buddha nature, which tao sheng championed at the cost of excommunication, was to become a cornerstone of the chinese buddhist ideology. Outstanding book sales lead to invitation from world trade organisation to join the top 100 book exhibition, nominated to the highest honour of publication industry in taiwan golden tripod prize. It was translated into chinese by kumarajiva in 406 under the title. The lotus sutra second revised edition the lotus sutra is one of the most important of all the mahayana sutras. The universal gate of bodhisattva kanzeon sutra of the prophecy bestowed upon avalokitesvara bodhisattva the heart sutra amitabha sutra shurangama sutra lotus sutra ksitigarbha bodhisattva fundamental vow sutra great might arrived bodhisattvas thinkingofbuddhas as the perfect passage medicine master buddha sutra the diamond sutra sutra of mahaprajnaparamita pronounced by. The gate to their wisdom is hard to enter and difficult to understand.
Somebody suggested that we make a pledge to recite the universal door chapter from the lotus sutra with the wish that guan yin bodhisattva might respond to end the suffering of people whose lives have been impacted by the economic crisis. The universal gate of bodhisattva kanzeon sutra of the prophecy bestowed upon avalokitesvara bodhisattva the heart sutra amitabha sutra shurangama sutra lotus sutra ksitigarbha bodhisattva fundamental vow sutra great might arrived bodhisattvas thinkingofbuddhas as the perfect passage medicine master buddha sutra the diamond sutra sutra of mahaprajnaparamita pronounced by manjusri. But the primary buddha of the flower ornament sutra is vairocana, the reality body buddha dharmakaya in sanskrit whose body is the equivalent of the entire phenomenal universe, which is known in buddhism as the dharmadhatu. As buddhism spread eastwards from its indian heartland, buddhist. The lotus sutra is regarded by many others as a religious classic of great beauty and p.
The universal door chapter pu men pin is the story of guan yin bodhisattva that is told in chapter 25 of the lotus sutra. The story of the dragon kings daughter, who attained enlightenment in the 12th devadatta chapter of the lotus sutra, appears in the complete tale of avalokitesvara and the southern seas and the precious scroll of. The lotus sutras universal gate chapter on avalokitesvara. This combination of the burton translation of the lotus sutra, and the commentaries of rev. The universal gate chapter introduces the compassionate visage of avalokitesvara bodhisattva chi. The lotus sutra has inspired a branch of folklore based on figures in the sutra or subsequent people who have embraced it.
Translators introduction lsoc nichiren buddhism library. He also teaches that the way to enlightenment is what some have come to term, the bodhisattva path. The sutra of meditation on the bodhisattva universal virtue 276 3. It is a gateway to information, resources, and services to humanistic buddhism, works of venerable master hsing yun, buddhist translations, academic journals, and many others information and topics related to. A modern interpretation of the threefold lotus sutra. In addition to after many autumns, buddhas light publishings other new release is the universal gate, a commentary on avalokitesvaras chapter of the lotus sutra. Sep 26, 2017 discourse on the lotus of the wonderful dharma. Sep 06, 2011 offering readers the opportunity to get to know this great practitioner from the buddhist texts themselves, the universal gate contains a new translation of avalokitesvaras universal gate sutra, the buddhas scriptural account of this compassionate sage and his power to manifest in whatever form necessary to help sentient beings. The lotus sutra of wondrous dharma universal gate chapter on avalokitesvara bodhisattva. The lotus sutra is unique in celebrating the lotus in its very title. Wayists understand the lotus sutra revealed the lords coming at that time c. Top 10 buddhist mantras for meditation and incantation. Lotus sutra, sanskrit saddharmapuarikasutra, lotus of the good law or true doctrine sutra, one of the earlier mahayana buddhist texts venerated as the quintessence of truth by the japanese tendai chinese tientai and nichiren sects. The sutras key message is that buddhahood, the supreme state of life characterized by boundless compassion, wisdom and courage, is.
The lotus sutra is widely regarded as one of the most important and influential sutras, or sacred scriptures, of buddhism. Sukhavati, who teaches universal liberation for all. A beginning point is always regarded as very important in buddhism, and kuanyin is understood as making it possible for all people to take the path, which is the buddhaway. This short chapter of sutra, chanted and memorized throughout east asia, is believed to be a strong protection of our body and mind. The the chinese text of the universal gate sutra has also been provided as an. They are known as the dharma body or dharmakaya, the glorified body or. Translators introduction t he lotus sutra is one of the most important and influential of all the sutras or sacred scriptures of mahayana buddhism, revered by almost all branches of the mahayana teachings, and over many centuries the object of intense veneration among buddhist believers throughout china, korea, japan, and other regions of. At that time the bodhisattva inexhaustible intent immediately rose from his seat, bared his right shoulder, pressed his palms together and, facing the buddha, spoke these words.
Chanting the lotus sutra by night, the sound shook the galaxies. Lotus sutra twenty five the universal gate of bodhisattva kanzeon. The universal door of guanshiyin bodhisattva the bodhisattva who contemplates the sounds of the world cha pter 25. The lotus sutra, revised second edition bdk america. City of 10,000 buddhas the wonderful dharma lotus flower. Prophecy of enlightenment for five hundred disciples. When the buddha had finished preaching this sutra, he sat with his legs crossed in lotus position and entered into the samadhi of the place of immeasurable meanings, his body. A guide to the threefold lotus sutra rissho koseikai.
See more ideas about lotus sutra, lotus and buddhism. With the appearance of this light, the body of universal sage bodhisat. The sutras key message is that buddhahood, the supreme state of life characterized by boundless compassion, wisdom and courage, is inherent within every person without distinction of. It is generally accepted opinion that of the many buddhist sutras, the sutra of the lotus flower of the wonderful law saddharma. Universal door chapter has been prepared by thich nhat hanh from saddharmapundarika sutra,chapter 25, taisho revised tripitaka 262. The lotus sutra translated by burton watson including rev. Not only is the translation of the lotus sutra clear and excellent, but this version includes two other sutras, the prologue sutra of innumerable meanings and the epilogue universal virtue sutra, which traditionally accompany the lotus sutra in east asian countries but are not easy to find in english. This name is also referred to the universal gate chapter of lotus sutra. Universal gate of guan yin avalokitesvara bodhisattva universal gate chapter of the lotus sutra chinese, pinyin, english heres the latest liturgy creation, originally for the students at buddhist studies at fo guang university. Offering readers the opportunity to get to know this great practitioner from the buddhist texts themselves, the universal gate contains a new translation of avalokitesvaras universal gate sutra, the buddhas scriptural account of this compassionate sage and his power to manifest in whatever form necessary to help sentient beings. Chapter 25, the universal gate of the bodhisattva avalokitesvara skt samantamukhaparivarta xxiv, describing the blessings of the bodhisattva avalokitesvara. Universal gate chapter from the lotus sutra chinese surangama mantra chinese many of these books are from master hsing yun. It is the royal sutra of nichiren buddhism in japan 1253.
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