08.06.2021 - By Hoshina Seki
Hi Dharma friends!
Let's start the final section of the Jōdo Wasan, "Hymns To Mahāsthāmaprāpta, Based of the Sutra of the Samadhi of Heroic Advance" Mahāsthāmaprāpta is the Bodhisattva of Wisdom. Shinran Shonin identified his own teacher, Master Hōnen (who he also calls Master Genkū), with this bodhisattva in particular. It might be helpful to keep this in mind as you listen to the verses.
Thanks for listening! Next time we'll finish up the Jōdo Wasan. You can also hear the latest episode on the phone at 607-350-ABSC (607-350-2272). Check out the American Buddhist Study Center webpage ambuddhist.org for more good content.
Palms together, Gary