i am confused about the different terms like dharma, and some other terms mentioned here. moreover, there are so many different types of buddhism so dunno how.
what is bodhi seed? Is that pu ti shu's fruit? the tree that buddha sat under for meditation?
Originally posted by qlqq9:i am confused about the different terms like dharma, and some other terms mentioned here. moreover, there are so many different types of buddhism so dunno how.
what is bodhi seed? Is that pu ti shu's fruit? the tree that buddha sat under for meditation?
In Buddhism Dharma no longer has its Hindu meaning of religious duty according to one's class. Instead it has several levels of meaning including: the teachings of the Buddha, which can be understood as 1) methods (teachings) for becoming enlightened; 2) the reality that one realizes at enlightenment; and 3) the various divisions of the mental and physical world that are part of the teaching.
continue in:-
http://online.sfsu.edu/~rone/Buddhism/BuddhistDict/BDD.html#Dharma
bodhi seed is not literally mean seed of a tree. it's something that's imprinted in our mind, and like that of a seed, sooner or later it will take fruition(Enlightenment) in the future.
bodhi's real meaning is the mind of 'awakening ", mind of calmness; it is the right view of emptiness/sunyata PLUS great unconditional compassion toward all beings.
http://online.sfsu.edu/~rone/Buddhism/Buddhism/BuddhistDict/BDB.html#Bodhi
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Originally posted by qlqq9:i am confused about the different terms like dharma, and some other terms mentioned here. moreover, there are so many different types of buddhism so dunno how.
what is bodhi seed? Is that pu ti shu's fruit? the tree that buddha sat under for meditation?
Though you may see different traditions of Buddhism out there, the fundamental teachings of buddha preached by these traditions are the same, and the core of the teaching, is the 4 noble truth. Having said, different traditions advocate different path of practise, tailored for different audiences.
I think it's fortunate that you have asked these questions now, as there are many great masters making the trip to down to Singapore giving teachings on Buddhism during this month. Apart from that, there are many centres hold regular classes teaching basic Buddhism philosopy and discussions which you could participate. Of course, you may continue to ask questions in this forum, and I'm sure many learnt dharma brothers will be able to help you clear your doubts.
Originally posted by sinweiy:
Dharma/dharma
In Buddhism Dharma no longer has its Hindu meaning of religious duty according to one's class. Instead it has several levels of meaning including: the teachings of the Buddha, which can be understood as 1) methods (teachings) for becoming enlightened; 2) the reality that one realizes at enlightenment; and 3) the various divisions of the mental and physical world that are part of the teaching.
continue in:-
http://online.sfsu.edu/~rone/Buddhism/BuddhistDict/BDD.html#Dharma
bodhi seed is not literally mean seed of a tree. it's something that's imprinted in our mind, and like that of a seed, sooner or later it will take fruition(Enlightenment) in the future.
bodhi's real meaning is the mind of 'awakening ", mind of calmness; it is the right view of emptiness/sunyata PLUS great unconditional compassion toward all beings.
http://online.sfsu.edu/~rone/Buddhism/Buddhism/BuddhistDict/BDB.html#Bodhi
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thanks. Will go to the link later to take a look.
Originally posted by coolbluewater:Though you may see different traditions of Buddhism out there, the fundamental teachings of buddha preached by these traditions are the same, and the core of the teaching, is the 4 noble truth. Having said, different traditions advocate different path of practise, tailored for different audiences.
I think it's fortunate that you have asked these questions now, as there are many great masters making the trip to down to Singapore giving teachings on Buddhism during this month. Apart from that, there are many centres hold regular classes teaching basic Buddhism philosopy and discussions which you could participate. Of course, you may continue to ask questions in this forum, and I'm sure many learnt dharma brothers will be able to help you clear your doubts.
Thank you.