Today Buddhist prompt is about the 3 treasures: Buddha, dharma, and sangha. What do they mean to you and your practice? The different sects of Nichiren Buddhism don't agree on what comprises the 3 treasures. For a comparison, see this handy chart from the NBAA website:
http://www.nichirenbuddhist.org/LearnBuddhism/DialogsOnBuddhism/organizational_differentiation_chart3.html
Buddha
This is the Buddha nature inherent in all of us.
Dharma
These are the teachings of the original or historical Buddha Shakamunyi. These can also be the teachings, essays, and articles of modern-day priests and laypersons. Of course, for a Nichiren Buddhist, the writings of Nichiren Daishonin and the Lotus Sutra is of paramount importance.
Sangha
The online and offline community of all Buddhist practitioners and their supporters, not just of your particular sect. I like this broad meaning because it unifies. You can be a part of more than one sangha. Speaking of online communities, the online twanga (Twitter + sangha) is thriving. I'm part of the #OMCru or Online Meditation Crew. Although most of the crew are Buddhist, all faiths and meditation practices are welcome.
As an indie NB, I haven't formally taken refuge in the 3 treasures. I'm not even sure if NB usually do.
So what are your thoughts? Comment below or if you have a blog, comment there and place your link here so I read your post.
http://www.nichirenbuddhist.org/LearnBuddhism/DialogsOnBuddhism/organizational_differentiation_chart3.html
Buddha
This is the Buddha nature inherent in all of us.
Dharma
These are the teachings of the original or historical Buddha Shakamunyi. These can also be the teachings, essays, and articles of modern-day priests and laypersons. Of course, for a Nichiren Buddhist, the writings of Nichiren Daishonin and the Lotus Sutra is of paramount importance.
Sangha
The online and offline community of all Buddhist practitioners and their supporters, not just of your particular sect. I like this broad meaning because it unifies. You can be a part of more than one sangha. Speaking of online communities, the online twanga (Twitter + sangha) is thriving. I'm part of the #OMCru or Online Meditation Crew. Although most of the crew are Buddhist, all faiths and meditation practices are welcome.
As an indie NB, I haven't formally taken refuge in the 3 treasures. I'm not even sure if NB usually do.
So what are your thoughts? Comment below or if you have a blog, comment there and place your link here so I read your post.
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