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  • Pure Land Doctrine in Shakyamuni Buddha's Teachings

    Dear Family, Friends, and fellow scholars,

    I came across an insightful commentary how the original Pali Canon contains a few references that imply the usefulness of the Pure Land tradition. Also, there is a detailed examination how the most important key concepts and practices of Buddhism are satisfied in it.



    With sincere respect,
    Olli

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    Nice find, Olli! Thank you for sharing.

    There is some discussion on that page regarding the Buddha giving different principles to live by for monks and lay practitioners. For example, monks are forbidden to drink alcohol, eat meat, have sex, etc. While these don't apply to lay practitioners, moderation is still recommended.

    Sri Ramakrishna used to give the same teaching. I don't know about the Buddha specifically, but Sri Ramakrishna said this was necessary because monks/sannyasis have the responsibility of being an inspiration to others.

    The more essential teaching Masters tend to give is detachment.

    Andrew
    Love, and do what you will.

    - St. Augustine

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