Surangama – Bodhi-Bowl

Khaggavisana Sutta 2

For a sociable person there are allurements; on the heels of allurement, pain. Seeing allurement’s drawback, wander alone like a rhinoceros. verse 2, Khaggavisana Sutta Before we continue to verse 2, let’s recap the 1st post. In the 1st post, I propose looking at this sutta from a laity’s point of view and how we … Read more Khaggavisana Sutta 2

Khaggavisana Sutta 1

This is one of the oldest Buddhist sutta and is believed to be very close to what Buddha really preached. For many people, there is a tendency to dismiss the sutta as being exclusively meant for monks. This is because the sutta encourages practitioners to reduce craving for social gathering and social relationship. Since our … Read more Khaggavisana Sutta 1

Monk Ming Jing (Clear purity)

I chanced upon the following story of a recent Buddhist master and here is his story. Monk Mingjing ( 明净 ) – Buddhist name translates into Clear Purity. Before becoming a monk, his common name is Xu Fangzhu. He was born in Shuangqiao Village, Dongxia Township, Langxi County, Anhui Province in March 1928. His family … Read more Monk Ming Jing (Clear purity)

Dharma indigestion

It happened four years ago, out of the blue. A nagging thought or fear just sprout in my mind. As it refines itself, I became aware of its form. It was a fear that I will forget everything as I age. Or loose my knowledge if I became afflicted by a disease that cripple the … Read more Dharma indigestion

Watch “最強般若心經–藥師寺寬邦 in Taipei” on YouTube

This chanting of heart sutra in a concert environment is so inspiring for me and I hope you enjoy it too. Buddhism is about discovering enlightenment in our daily life. Yes,even in a concert! I like the part when the camera swing around to reveal the concert goers with clasped hand while appreciating the chanting…. … Read more Watch “最強般若心經–藥師寺寬邦 in Taipei” on YouTube

Shurangama Chanting

March 22, 2019Jamyang Puntsog

Shurangama Heart Mantra dispel the unwholesome mental energy in ourselves and others. It cleanses the environment. Encourage all beings to let go of hatred, craving and ignorant views.

Here’s related post

https://bodhi-bowl.com/2019/03/14/surangama-heart-mantra/

In a moment of inspiration, I recorded the following chant today (using just my mobile phone).Hope to share the melody with the world.

Picture taken from Mt WuTai,holy mountain dedicated to Manjushri Bodhisattva

May all being be well and happy. Letting go of craving, hatred and ignorance.