Misinterpretation

Among the six realms, the most intelligent beings are in the human realm with our high potential and capability to alter our existence. It is human power and efficacy that make this world either peaceful or disrupted. Through human intellect, the word religion came forth into existence. In this world we have variegated and widespread phenomena called religion, which means…

Life

I fervently prostrate to you, my root guru and the buddhas who pervade the three times.You have revealed the cause and effect of positive and negative actions,Which are infallible in their true nature, and by your undefiled path of reasoningHave brought all beings to perfect and satisfactory enjoyment. What is “life”? The dictionary states that life is the period between…

The Danger of the Merely Academic in the Pursuit of Liberation

It is indispensable to carry out a reasoned study or a critical analysis in every instance of our approach to the Dharma for the assurance of the fulfilment of our aims and objectives. In support to this, Shakyamuni Buddha, the erudite mentor of our time, said: Monks and the wise: Like pure gold is tested by burning, cutting and refining,…