By Rev. Patti Nakai
The new “Barbie” movie has some Buddhist themes, which others already have written about. So I’ll focus on what I see as the Jodo Shinshu connection (Warning: This article contains spoilers).
Buddha’s World: Vast Ocean of One Taste
By Rev. Miki Nakura
Shakyamuni Buddha, founder of Buddhism said, “Our lifetime is filled with suffering.” He sought a path to free our selves from suffering. He experienced total calmness through deep sitting meditation, awakening to universal truth leading to spiritual freedom. I think this kind of meditation can help us overcome our differences in today’s world. Continue reading “Buddha’s World: Vast Ocean of One Taste”