01.21.2022 - By Hoshina Seki
Welcome back, Dharma friends!
In the episode, you can listen to the next group of 5 Wasan verses based on the writings of Master Shan-tao (613-681 CE). This group contains some wonderful images by Shinran conveying his understanding of the Buddha Dharma through Shan-tao's thought. One is "diamond-like Shinjin," or leaving our own blind passions and relying exclusively on the power of the Primal Vow. Another powerful image is that of Śākyamuni and Amida as our own father and mother, guiding us by any means it takes to obtain that diamond-like assurance which will bring us to Awakening without fail.
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May the peace of the Buddha Dharma and the Nembutsu touch your heart! Until next time,
-- Gary