In today’s Buddhist sphere, numerous claims have been made on what the Buddha has taught. However, were these teachings truly spoken by the Buddha? The Buddha-Dharma: Pure and Simple series is an exploration of over 300 topics, where Venerable Master Hsing Yun clarifies the Buddha’s teachings in a way that is accessible and relevant to modern readers. Erroneous Buddhist views should be corrected, the true meaning of the Buddha must be preserved to hold true to the original intents of the Buddha.
All Buddhist practice begins with right view, for it is the compass that points toward the true path of cultivation. This fifth installment continues laying the groundwork of this foundation by addressing age-old misconceptions. Covering a wide range of social issues from the perspective of the Buddha-Dharma, Venerable Master offers readers a practical but profound approach to Buddhist practice in daily life.
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作者簡介
Venerable Master Hsing Yun
Venerable Master Hsing Yun was born in Jiangsu Province, China in 1927. He studied at various renowned Buddhist institutions such as Qixia Vinaya College and Jiaoshan Buddhist College.
Soon after his arrival in Taiwan in 1949, he became the chief editor of Human Life, a Buddhist magazine. In 1952, his efforts in establishing Buddhist Chanting Association strengthened the foundation for his subsequent endeavors in the promotion of the Dharma. Venerable Master founded Fo Guang Shan Monastery in 1967, with the primary goal of promoting Humanistic Buddhism through Buddhist education, culture, charity, and propagation of the Dharma. Since then, over two hundred branch temples have been established in major cities around the world. He has also set up art galleries, libraries, publishing houses, bookstores, mobile clinics, Buddhist colleges, and universities including: University of the West, Fo Guang University, Nanhua University, Nan Tien Institute, and Guang Ming College. In 1977, the Fo Guang Tripitaka Editorial Board was formed to compile the Fo Guang Buddhist Canon and the Fo Guang Dictionary of Buddhism. Many other works on Buddhism have also been published.
Venerable Master Hsing Yun has dedicated his life to propagating Humanistic Buddhism. As a global citizen, he continues to foster “joy and harmony,” “oneness and coexistence,” “respect and tolerance,” and “equality and peace” throughout the world. When he founded the Buddha’s Light International Association in 1991 and was elected president of its world headquarters, he was closer to realizing the ideal of having “the Buddha’s light shining throughout the three thousand realms, and the Dharma water flowing across the five continents.”
Venerable Master Hsing Yun
Venerable Master Hsing Yun was born in Jiangsu Province, China in 1927. He studied at various renowned Buddhist institutions such as Qixia Vinaya College and Jiaoshan Buddhist College.
Soon after his arrival in Taiwan in 1949, he became the chief editor of Human Life, a Buddhist magazine. In 1952, his efforts in establishing Buddhist Chanting Association strengthened the foundation for his subsequent endeavors in the promotion of the Dharma. Venerable Master founded Fo Guang Shan Monastery in 1967, with the primary goal of promoting Humanistic Buddhism through Buddhist education, culture, charity, and propagation of the Dharma. Since then, over two hundred branch temples have been established in major cities around the world. He has also set up art galleries, libraries, publishing houses, bookstores, mobile clinics, Buddhist colleges, and universities including: University of the West, Fo Guang University, Nanhua University, Nan Tien Institute, and Guang Ming College. In 1977, the Fo Guang Tripitaka Editorial Board was formed to compile the Fo Guang Buddhist Canon and the Fo Guang Dictionary of Buddhism. Many other works on Buddhism have also been published.
Venerable Master Hsing Yun has dedicated his life to propagating Humanistic Buddhism. As a global citizen, he continues to foster “joy and harmony,” “oneness and coexistence,” “respect and tolerance,” and “equality and peace” throughout the world. When he founded the Buddha’s Light International Association in 1991 and was elected president of its world headquarters, he was closer to realizing the ideal of having “the Buddha’s light shining throughout the three thousand realms, and the Dharma water flowing across the five continents.”
图书目录
About Venerable Master Hsing Yun
Translator’s Introduction
Preface
1. Did the Buddha Ever Express Anger?
2. Unhuman
3. Skillful Teachings
4. Ten Hardships of the Buddha
5. A Sesame Seed and a Grain of Wheat
6. Where Can Mentors Be Found?
7. Dharma Friend
8. Where Does One Abide?
9. Buddha Selection Court
10. Renunciation
11. Siksamana
12. Does Arthats Commit Killing, Stealing, and Sensual Conduct?
13. Haiqing and Changshan
14. Four Kinds of Comportment
15. To Speak Gently and Steadily
16. Joined Palms
17. Prostration
18. Spiritual Retreat
19. Alms Procession
20. No Eating After Noon
21. Formal Meal
22. The Benefits of a Vegetarian Diet
23. Making Offerings
24. The Essence of Offering to the Sangha
25. The Merits of Rejoicing in Others’ Virtues
26. Meritorious Blessings
27. Supernatural Powers
28. Visitor Administrator
29. Sickbay
30. Roaming in Jianghu
31. Cloud and Water Practices
32. Dharma Protector
33. Light Offering
34. First Incense, First Bell, and First Drum
35. Consecration Ceremony
36. Rebirth
37. Where are Heaven and Hell Found?
38. Deities
39. Tudigong
40. Ghosts
41. Original and manifested bodies
42. Avalokitesvara
43. Mahasattva
44. Unreasonableness and Unfeelingness
45. Was the Sixth Patriarch Illiterate?
46. Recognizing Chan Master Shenxiu
47. Sudden and Gradual Enlightenment Are As Equals
48. Bodhisattva and Volunteer
49. Modern-day Bodhisattvas
50. Zhao Puchu Bodhisattva
51. Yang Renshan Bodhisattva
52. Caigu and Shigu
53. Young Boy and Young Girl
54. Being in a Mist
55. Three Meetings Beneath the Dragon-Flower Tree
Translator’s Introduction
Preface
1. Did the Buddha Ever Express Anger?
2. Unhuman
3. Skillful Teachings
4. Ten Hardships of the Buddha
5. A Sesame Seed and a Grain of Wheat
6. Where Can Mentors Be Found?
7. Dharma Friend
8. Where Does One Abide?
9. Buddha Selection Court
10. Renunciation
11. Siksamana
12. Does Arthats Commit Killing, Stealing, and Sensual Conduct?
13. Haiqing and Changshan
14. Four Kinds of Comportment
15. To Speak Gently and Steadily
16. Joined Palms
17. Prostration
18. Spiritual Retreat
19. Alms Procession
20. No Eating After Noon
21. Formal Meal
22. The Benefits of a Vegetarian Diet
23. Making Offerings
24. The Essence of Offering to the Sangha
25. The Merits of Rejoicing in Others’ Virtues
26. Meritorious Blessings
27. Supernatural Powers
28. Visitor Administrator
29. Sickbay
30. Roaming in Jianghu
31. Cloud and Water Practices
32. Dharma Protector
33. Light Offering
34. First Incense, First Bell, and First Drum
35. Consecration Ceremony
36. Rebirth
37. Where are Heaven and Hell Found?
38. Deities
39. Tudigong
40. Ghosts
41. Original and manifested bodies
42. Avalokitesvara
43. Mahasattva
44. Unreasonableness and Unfeelingness
45. Was the Sixth Patriarch Illiterate?
46. Recognizing Chan Master Shenxiu
47. Sudden and Gradual Enlightenment Are As Equals
48. Bodhisattva and Volunteer
49. Modern-day Bodhisattvas
50. Zhao Puchu Bodhisattva
51. Yang Renshan Bodhisattva
52. Caigu and Shigu
53. Young Boy and Young Girl
54. Being in a Mist
55. Three Meetings Beneath the Dragon-Flower Tree
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Translator’s Introduction
The first two volumes of Buddha-Dharma: Pure and Simple focus on topics of faith and doctrine, while the third and fourth volumes explore the more practical aspects of Buddhist practice. Upon opening this volume, readers will discover a list of seemingly unconnected topics ranging from the Buddha's stories (”Did the Buddha Ever Express Anger?”, “Ten Hardships of the Buddha”), to specific aspects of cultivation (“Four Kinds of Comportment,” “Joined Palms,” “No Eating After Noon”), as well as Chinese folk religion (“Deities,” “Tudigong,” “Caigu and Shigu”).
What this volume offers is a journey through the history of Buddhism, beginning from the founder himself to Buddhist practitioners of the 21st century, and traditional practices originated from India to modern endeavors assisted by advanced technology. As Buddhism passed down from one generation to the next, many aspects were altered due to cultural differences, and new practices were added. The original spirit of the Buddha's teaching was lost, forgotten in the maze of time. Venerable Master’s critiques and insights brush away the cobwebs that clung to these so-called Buddhist traditions to reveal the original intent of the Buddha, and how we can better integrate the Buddha-Dharma into today's culture, society, and world.
Given some topics can be culture-specific, some terms are transliterated rather than translated. This is done for a few reasons: first, when the Chinese phrase has no exact equivalent in English. Second, to retain the rich meaning of the Chinese context. Third, when the term is also used as a wordplay. To aid the reading process, the Chinese characters and the literal meaning of these transliterations are provided in the article, and additional explanations can be found in Notes.
Buddhism has a rich history, diverse traditions, and multifaceted practices, but its core teachings remain the purification of our bodies and minds and the enhancement of moral ethics. It also teaches us to be kinder and more compassionate people and strive for a life of liberation and perfect ease. The personal examples of the Buddha and generations of Buddhist practitioners serve as role models and inspiration.
The first two volumes of Buddha-Dharma: Pure and Simple focus on topics of faith and doctrine, while the third and fourth volumes explore the more practical aspects of Buddhist practice. Upon opening this volume, readers will discover a list of seemingly unconnected topics ranging from the Buddha's stories (”Did the Buddha Ever Express Anger?”, “Ten Hardships of the Buddha”), to specific aspects of cultivation (“Four Kinds of Comportment,” “Joined Palms,” “No Eating After Noon”), as well as Chinese folk religion (“Deities,” “Tudigong,” “Caigu and Shigu”).
What this volume offers is a journey through the history of Buddhism, beginning from the founder himself to Buddhist practitioners of the 21st century, and traditional practices originated from India to modern endeavors assisted by advanced technology. As Buddhism passed down from one generation to the next, many aspects were altered due to cultural differences, and new practices were added. The original spirit of the Buddha's teaching was lost, forgotten in the maze of time. Venerable Master’s critiques and insights brush away the cobwebs that clung to these so-called Buddhist traditions to reveal the original intent of the Buddha, and how we can better integrate the Buddha-Dharma into today's culture, society, and world.
Given some topics can be culture-specific, some terms are transliterated rather than translated. This is done for a few reasons: first, when the Chinese phrase has no exact equivalent in English. Second, to retain the rich meaning of the Chinese context. Third, when the term is also used as a wordplay. To aid the reading process, the Chinese characters and the literal meaning of these transliterations are provided in the article, and additional explanations can be found in Notes.
Buddhism has a rich history, diverse traditions, and multifaceted practices, but its core teachings remain the purification of our bodies and minds and the enhancement of moral ethics. It also teaches us to be kinder and more compassionate people and strive for a life of liberation and perfect ease. The personal examples of the Buddha and generations of Buddhist practitioners serve as role models and inspiration.
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评分說真的，現在市面上太多強調「輕鬆學佛」的書籍，但往往為了迎合大眾口味，會把一些比較需要深入思考的議題給一筆帶過，讀起來雖然舒服，但總覺得少了點什麼骨幹。這本《佛法真義》倒是挺有骨氣的，它敢於觸碰那些可能讓人感到不適的真相，比如「無常」的殘酷性，以及眾生皆有執著的煩惱。但奇怪的是，因為它的敘事語氣非常溫和且富含慈悲，即便是面對這些比較沉重的議題，讀者也不會產生抗拒，反而會覺得被理解。它不像是在批判你的缺點，而像是在輕輕地提醒你：「嘿，這就是生命的真相，我們一起面對它吧。」這份堅定的陪伴感，遠比那些只說好話的書來得有力量。當我們真正接受了不完美和痛苦是生命的一部分時，才能真正放下與之對抗的念頭，這才是真正的解脫之道，書裡對此的詮釋非常到位，讀完後心裡會多一份踏實感。
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