Next month, we observe Nirvana Day, the day the Buddha passed away. Continue reading “Up Next: Nirvana Day”
Human Dilemma
By Rev. Marcos Sawada
Shakyamuni Buddha said, “Life (the self) is an illusion!” Is life really an illusion? Here’s a perspective I learned from two dharma teachers, Rev. Yutai Ikeda and Rev. Nobuo Haneda. Continue reading “Human Dilemma”
Chief Administrator: New Year Greeting
By Chief Administrator Hiroshi Tajima, , Shinshū Ōtani-ha (Higashi Honganji)
I extend my warmest New Year’s greetings to all of you in our overseas districts, which includes North America, Hawaii and Brazil. I also thank you from the bottom of my heart for the support and understanding you continue to give our Sangha. Continue reading “Chief Administrator: New Year Greeting”
New Year’s Greeting: Overseas District Abbot
by Overseas District Abbot Chōyū Ōtani
To all of our fellow followers in the overseas districts, I wish you a Happy New Year. It is with great pleasure that I can share the joy of welcoming the new year together with you as a member of the sangha. Continue reading “New Year’s Greeting: Overseas District Abbot”