Buddhism Quote by Ryusho Jeffus
““Finally, let me close today by pointing out, as I mentioned earlier, that in this section we read we are now looking forward into the future to a time after the Buddha has died. We see the great promise of enlightenment given to those who practice and have faith in the Lotus Sutra at this time. We see that they, meaning us, will be born in an evil world, a world where Buddhist ideals are not widely observed. We see that the people who appear after the Buddha’s life and practice the Lotus Sutra actually have given up rewards of good karma just so they can practice in this time and lead countless people to faith in the Lotus Sutra. ””
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Lotus Sutra Interpretation, 2020
The future will be challenging for Buddhist practice, yet devotion to the Lotus Sutra promises enlightenment despite worldly decline.
In simple terms: Faith in the Sutra sustains hope in tough times.
Key Takeaway
Maintain faith in teachings.
Themes
faith
hope
spiritual perseverance
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prayer
- community service
- study groups
Key Concepts
Buddhism
Lotus Sutra
karma
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you apply Sutra teachings now?
- What does “evil world” mean today?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on doctrine may limit practical action.
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