Question: As there are many long traditional chants for offering food, is there a simple version...
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In the movie ‘Doubt’, Father Brendan Flynn masterfully delivered this unnerving...
Moment Haiku
As this moment could be your last — think, speak and act accordingly.
Verses On Elders & Officials
若见长者，当愿众生， 善能明断，不行恶法。 若见大臣，当愿众生， 恒守正念，习行众善。 – 文殊菩萨 (华严经: 净行品: 第100-101偈) If seeing elders, [reflect...
Always Reflect On Your Thoughts, Words...
The Buddha: What is a mirror for? Rahula: For reflection, sir. The Buddha: … Actions are to...
The Power Of Even One Word
Words are empowered as much by their speakers as by their listeners. – Shilashanti Once a monk was...
Can Animals Take Refuge?
Question: Is it alright to get pets to take the Threefold Refuge in the Triple Gem? Although all...
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The universe of stacks (‘hard disks’ that contain consciousnesses) and sleeves (i.e...
Control Haiku
Control your mind or be controlled by its defilements.