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How to Save Yourself
Venerable K. Sri Dhammananda Maha Thera

Oneself, indeed, is one’s savior, for what other savior would there be?
With oneself well controlled the problem of looking for external savior is solved, — (Dhammapada 166)

As the Buddha was about to pass away, His disciples came from everywhere to be near Him. While the other disciples were constantly at His side and in deep sorrow over the expected loss of their Master, a monk named Attadatta went into his cell and practised meditation. The other monks, thinking that he was unconcerned about the welfare of the Buddha, were upset and reported the matter to Him. The monk, however,

Shurangama Mantra – Two Sections and  Shurangama Mantra Memorization Guide Download

History of the Devil, by Paul Carus

BUDDHISM is a religious revolution against the evils that are dominant in Brahmanism. Gautama Shakyamuni, who claimed to be the Enlightened One, the Buddha, rejected bloody sacrifices, the authority of the Vedas, trust in rituals and the caste system, and taught a religion of moral endeavor which was to be obtained by enlightenment, or the bodhi. He recognised the existence of evil and sought salvation in the radical abolition of all selfishness through the extension of an all-comprehensive love toward all creatures.

The Dance of Shiva also known as Nataraj

Introduction

Every culture has their symbol of the triumph of “Good over Evil” . This is the statue of the Dancing Shiva, also known as Nataraj, which, in the Hindu culture, symbolizes the triumph of Good over Evil. It was a “mist”ical moment this morning. This statue of the Dancing Shiva reminded me of the Bharat Natyam and Kuchipudi dancers who, before every dance recital, and especially during the Arangetram (a graduation of sorts) ceremonies, say a prayer to him.

My Birthday
Dear sisters and brothers, from all across the world who visits this blog, in where we have developed this blessed virtual relationship. I just wanted to express my happiness today, a day that I am very appreciative to experience again and again. It is the day I was conceived, out from my mothers precious womb, into this world. I could just picture the loud cry I must of let out, as my little body was shocked by the cold air. I could just imagine the great overwhelming emotions my mother was experiencing at that moment.

Foundations of Wisdom: The teachings of Zen Buddhism, Two Parts
October 1, 2009

Part 1

- As the lotus sinks its long root into the murky mud, White pure blossom springs forth.

“When people jump directly into the study of Zen, they find often find it to be baffling and confusing, but when the basic Buddhist teachings are understood, much of the mystery disappears!” -From Zen Root, by Kyogen Carlson, Abbot of the Dharma Rain Zen Center, Portland Oregon.

Going Home: Jesus and Buddha as Brothers By Thich Nhat Hanh

Exiled from Vietnam over thirty years ago, Thich Nhat Hanh has become known as a healer of the heart, a monk who shows us how the everyday world can both enrich and endanger our spiritual lives. In Going Home he shows us

Gate Gate Paragate – Universum Musica

Videoclip for “Gate Gate Paragate” from the Album All & Nothing by Universum Musica (2008). Website: www.universum-musica.com. The additional text is by Zanko. For more information: www.zanko.com