Above is a fascinating document from The Elders, raising points of contention with my views of the Buddhist nature of soul.
https://t.me/eldersofficial
I say raising points of contention rather than debating because it is my belief that we have more views in common than in opposition.
Later today I shall provide my detailed response. I would like to say now that most errors are solved by abandoning dualistic thinking. However, the conceptual teachings are an important support for the essential practice.
I shall also make a post explaining the ultimate teaching of the Tendai school, and elaborating on the nature of the Nichiren school.
For now, suffice it to say, that Nichiren widely expounded teachings originally reserved for those with understanding of emptiness. His reason for doing so was his firm belief that we had entered into the final period of Shakyamuni's teaching when the true way would be lost, therefore it was essential to rely on the most profound teachings.
As for establishing the historical validity of various sutras, it is a noble and scholarly goal and one which Nichiren himself dedicated much time to. I however will leave that to men better suited to such study and rely on what is taught.
https://t.me/eldersofficial
I say raising points of contention rather than debating because it is my belief that we have more views in common than in opposition.
Later today I shall provide my detailed response. I would like to say now that most errors are solved by abandoning dualistic thinking. However, the conceptual teachings are an important support for the essential practice.
I shall also make a post explaining the ultimate teaching of the Tendai school, and elaborating on the nature of the Nichiren school.
For now, suffice it to say, that Nichiren widely expounded teachings originally reserved for those with understanding of emptiness. His reason for doing so was his firm belief that we had entered into the final period of Shakyamuni's teaching when the true way would be lost, therefore it was essential to rely on the most profound teachings.
As for establishing the historical validity of various sutras, it is a noble and scholarly goal and one which Nichiren himself dedicated much time to. I however will leave that to men better suited to such study and rely on what is taught.