The Lotus Path

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1917 Edition.

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1917 edition. Excerpt: ...self, he requires assistance that he may pass out from the Great Illusion. After the Soul of man becomes encased in the form of the physical, or natural world, and vibrating in that vibration, he having lost his way, requires guidance and assistance that he may find his way out from this state; the Ancients have called it the, "Forest of Illusion," or, "Maya"; and some call it the, "Mist." We read in Genesis of the Hebrews Scriptures, "that a mist arose." The Soul of man, as it vibrates in low enough vibration to touch the mist, becomes lost in it; and when he is quickened so the desire becomes evident within him, to escape from it, he knows not the way that will bring him to the open. Here is where man prays; it may at first be the prayer of blind faith to a vague and far away God; but remembering St. Paul, a high Initiate, said "Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen." Man in prayer is setting in operation a law which will bring to him his desired guidance, and assistance. God ever heareth the call of His children, even though it may be a feeble one; if it is unselfish and sincere. The innocent child can utter its prayer in childlike trust and faith, not knowing anything about, if God is far, or near; and it will be answered; the child has met the requirements, --belief; it believes in God and His ability and willingness to hear and answer its prayer, when it expresses its desire. Herein lieth a secret; prayer must be expressed, it matters not if it is silent or audible, although there are times when it is wise, and best, to voice the request or prayer aloud. And at other times it is wise to silently commune with the Father-Mother-God. It is well when...

The practice of Buddhism is about changing our lives deep at the core. Buddhism calls on us to examine the causes of our suffering in brutal honesty. After making this self-assessment we then take the next step and make the necessary changes so we can free ourselves from the cycle of suffering in ignorance. The essays in the book are short; usually only several hundred words. It is possible to read them quite quickly. That however, is not what I intended and so I have concluded each essay with either some questions for you to consider or suggestions for actions you might decide would be beneficial. You will get the most value out of this book if you take your time and use the essays and the follow-up comments as tools. Use the book sparingly, sampling each essay as if it were a most delicious candy. This book will be of the most value to you if you actually try to use it as a tool for making changes in your life.

Collection of short essays written to help encourage and deepen faith and practice of the Lotus Sutra to attain enlightenment.The practice of Buddhism is about changing our lives deep at the core. Buddhism calls on us to examine the causes of our suffering in brutal honesty. After making this self-assessment we then take the next step and make the necessary changes so we can free ourselves from the cycle of suffering in ignorance.The essays in the book are short; usually only several hundred words. It is possible to read them quite quickly, although that runs counter to our contemplative inner work.You will get the most value out of this book if you take your time and use the essays and the follow-up comments as tools. Use the book sparingly, sampling each essay as if it were a most delicious candy. This book will be of the most value to you if you actually try to use it as a tool for making changes in your life. Please take your time and enjoy these essays. I hope they encourage you to deepen your faith and practice of the Lotus Sutra.With GasshoRyusho Jeffus - Kansho ShoninTable of Contents: Appreciation: Spiritual ProgressAre You ReadyContinued Unrelenting EffortBenefit OthersOne Step At A TimeNot EasyNo EscapeMirrorsFaith As A BargainEver DeepeningEqualityEffective GivingDreamingGoing SlowlyGetting To Know GodFunnelFlowersFalse AssumptionsFOMOFourteenMatsubagayatsu - Facing DifficultiesTreasures We Do Not SeekSeptember 11 - 5th AnniversaryBirth and DeathA Wisdom TaleActively Engaged in LifeCommunity, It's Not About YouMissio

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