It is a singular fact that though many of the earlier Buddhist Scriptures have been translated by competent scholars, comparatively little attention has been paid to later Buddhist devotional writings, and this although the developments of Buddhism in China and Japan give them the deepest interest as reflecting the spiritual mind of those two great countries.

The poems express deep reflections on Buddhist teachings, focusing on themes like human suffering, enlightenment, and the promise of rebirth in the Pure Land through devotion to Amida Buddha. They explore the idea of liberation from the cycle of death and rebirth (samsara) through sincere faith rather than self-effort.Shinran's verses also delve into the relationship between humans and the divine, emphasizing humility and the importance of compassion. The collection captures both the spiri...

Buddhist Psalms is an English translation of the writings of Shinran Shonin, a Japanese Buddhist monk who lived from 1173 1263 A.D.

Since He who is Infinite attained unto the Wisdom Supreme, the long, long ages of ten Kalpas have rolled away. The Light of His Dharma-Kaya is in this world eyes to the blind. 2. Seek refuge in the True Illumination! For the light of His Wisdom is infinite. In all the worlds there is nothing upon which His light shines not. 3. Take refuge in the Light universal. As the Light of His deliverance is boundless, he who is within it is freed from the lie of affirmation or denial. 4. Seek r...

It is a singular fact that though many of the earlier Buddhist Scriptures have been translated by competent scholars, comparatively little attention has been paid to later Buddhist devotional writings, and this although the developments of Buddhism in China and Japan give them the deepest interest as reflecting the spiritual mind of those two great countries. They cannot, however, be understood without some knowledge of the faith which passed so entirely into their life that in its growth ...

Interested in learning more about Buddhism? Tired of watered-down, "Westernized" assessments of this ancient faith tradition? Go straight to the source with this translation of Japanese Buddhist scripture that delves into the core of Buddhist doctrine and wisdom.

OUT-OF-BODY TRAVEL MAGAZINE: The twenty seventh issue of the 'The Out-of-Body Travel Foundation Journal' we continue a series of issues covering forgotten mystics from different religious traditions, this issue following Shinran Shonin – Forgotten Mystic of Pure Land Buddhism. This issue’s ‘Question and Answer’ section contains an inquiry regarding the cultivation of patience through meditation. And in ‘Different Voices’ we delve into two ancient works which document the life and teachings...

The Bhagavad Gita ("Song of God") is an important Sanskrit Hindu scripture. It is revered as a sacred scripture of Hinduism, and considered as one of the most important religious classics of the world. The Bhagavad Gita comprising 700 verses, is a part of the Mahabharata. The teacher of the Bhagavad Gita is Krishna, who is regarded by the Hindus as the supreme manifestation of the Lord Himself, and is referred to within as Bhagavan the divine one. The Bhagavad Gita is commonly referred to ...

Stephen Mitchell is widely known for his ability to make ancient masterpieces thrillingly new, to step in where many have tried before and create versions that are definitive for our time. His celebrated version of the Tao Te Ching is the most popular edition in print, and his translations of Jesus, Rilke, Genesis, and Job have won the hearts of readers and critics alike. Stephen Mitchell now brings to the Bhagavad Gita his gift for breathing new life into sacred texts.The Bhagavad...

Classic writings from the great Zen master in exquisite versions by Thomas Merton, in a new edition with a preface by His Holiness the Dalai Lama.Working from existing translations, Thomas Merton composed a series of his own versions of the classic sayings of Chuang Tzu, the most spiritual of Chinese philosophers. Chuang Tzu, who wrote in the fourth and third centuries B.C., is the chief authentic historical spokesperson for Taoism and its founder Lao Tzu (a legendary character kno...

The most ancient sciences in the world are Alchemy and Kabbalah, which constitute the practical, spiritual knowledge hidden in the depths of every great religion and mystical tradition. Modern scientists are only recently discovering what these ancient teachings have always known: that we are a part of a multidimensional universe, and that our consciousness, our awareness, can expand to perceive matter and energy that are invisible to the flesh. Just as physics and chemistry illuminate our...

THE DHAMMAPADAA Collection of Verses Being One of the Canonical Books of the BuddhistsTranslated from Pali by F. Max MullerCONTENTSDHAMMAPADAChapter I. The Twin-VersesChapter II. On EarnestnessChapter III. ThoughtChapter IV. FlowersChapter V. The FoolChapter VI. The Wise Man (Pandita)Chapter VII. The Venerable (Arhat).Chapter VIII. The ThousandsChapter IX. EvilChapter X. PunishmentCh...