The Heart of the Lotus Sutra Kindle Edition
by Daisaku Ikeda (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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In The Heart of the Lotus Sutra, you will get a line-by-line explanation of the sutra chapters that, according to Nichiren, embody the essence of the Buddha's lifetime teachings. SGI President Ikeda's down-to-earth and heartwarming lectures bring the ancient text to life and provide you new insights for your life and Buddhist practice.
You will learn not just the literal meaning of the text, but more important, you will discover a "living interpretation", one that will enable you to apply the sutra's message to your daily life. Your practice for self and others will benefit immeasurably from the deeper appreciation for the sutra that you will gain from these lectures.
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Lou Llewellyn
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2021
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Excellent expose of the meaning hidden in the depths of the heart of the Buddha's highest teaching and how it applies to everyday life.
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Gayle Roberts-Stewart
5.0 out of 5 stars Basic Comprehensive Explanation
Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2020
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Lucid explanation of Gongyo, with examples from daily life and in terms familiar to contemporary readers. Should be required reading at several stages of practice, as new insights are revealed with experience.
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DonnaMarie
3.0 out of 5 stars Hard to read
Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2021
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Mostly hard to follow, to pages and chapters are not available to me. Jumps around too much
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful translation of parts of the Lotus Sutra
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2019
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A very deep and informative book by Daisaku Ikeda. If you're an SGI member, if you chant or want to, this is an amazing way to get a perfect understanding of the most important parts of the Lotus Sutra. It's beautiful and uplifting
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Tracy Khalid
5.0 out of 5 stars amazing!
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2014
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This book is well written and easy to follow. It is a translation of the Lotus Sutra Expedient Means and Life Span Chapters. It provides a line by line explanation of these 2 amazing Sutra's and a great way to really deepen your understanding of Buddhism. Great book for for anyone interested in Buddhism to read! !
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Audrey Phelan
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational, motivational and relevant
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2014
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Very well written and inspirational. Daisaku Ikeda is one of my favorite authors. Mostly because his earnest desire to make difficult content not only understandable but relevant to daily life. This book is no exception. Enjoy reading and not only deepening your understanding of the Lotus Sutra but feeling more empowered and rejuvenated.
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Roma
5.0 out of 5 stars Really explains the Lotus Sutra
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2014
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I love this book! But then again, I love every book written by Daisaku Ikeda! This book is a favorite because it brings to life the practice of gongyo or reciting of excerpts of the Lotus Sutra that Nichiren Buddhists and members of the Soka Gakkai chant everyday. Truly profound! Thank you Mr. Ikeda!
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Barbara Ladesou
5.0 out of 5 stars Buddhism
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2020
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Great book written by Daisaku Ikeda
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Baraness
5.0 out of 5 stars Wisdom for all ages
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2018
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Deeply profound wisdom for creating happiness and unlocking inner potential — expressed in simplistic and elegant language.
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Shyra Jones
4.0 out of 5 stars 4I absolutely love this lecture on gongyo.
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2015
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I woul suggest that anyone that wishes to add to their knowledge of Nichiren Buddhism read this volume. Life changing experience!
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