“Throughout my life, until this very moment, whatever virtue I have accomplished, I dedicate to the welfare of all beings. May the roots of suffering diminish. May warfare, violence, neglect, indifference, and addiction also decrease. May the wisdom and compassion of all beings increase, now and in the future. May we clearly see all the …
“Dharma books and tapes are valuable, but the true Dharma is revealed through our life and our practice. There are said to be 84,000 Dharma doors. To take refuge in the Dharma is to choose the doors that are most appropriate for us. Dharma is great compassion, understanding and love. To realize these qualities, we …
Dear Sangha Community, Spring is a time of renewal and a fresh look at life. Poems, words and quotes can do that for us. I have been feeling the simple words of a Haiku, a quote or lyric or even a single word as a direct message to my heart and mind. I was chatting …
“In Buddhism, the conch symbolizes fearlessness in proclaiming the truth of the dharma, and its call to awaken and work for the benefits of others.” Dear Sangha Community, Did you hear (feel) me sound the conch shell this week? It was my way of welcoming March with the clear sound of proclaiming the truth of …
