First published in the April-June 2024 Berkeley Buddhist Priory Newsletter. The basic teaching in Buddhism is very simple and straightforward. The essence of the Buddha’s Dharma is in the Buddha’s very first teaching after his great enlightenment — the Four … Continue reading →
Each year we celebrate the Buddha’s Enlightenment. Reflecting upon it calls forth different aspects of all that training makes possible. This year, what comes to mind is the need for direct personal insight, rather than learned knowledge or copied … Continue reading →
These lyrics were written by Rev. Master Seikai in 2019 for the Wesak Festival held at Pine Mountain Buddhist Temple. They have been set to music by Rev. Helen of the Redding Buddhist Priory in Redding, California. Thus have I … Continue reading →