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Buddhism, Peace, Prayer

The Dragon’s Dreams Came True

The Dragon’s Dreams Came True [1] Chanting Nam Myoho Renge Kyo can revitalize our lives and lead to a prosperous and peaceful society. [2] One of my Good Ole Grandad’s…

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Fall, Halloween

Happy Halloween!

“It was in a quaint little pumpkin store one like this with a cobble floor, wooden chairs, the smell of pumpkins everywhere, in all shapes, sizes and colors. I had…

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Buddhism, Courage, Dedication

On Practicing the Buddha’s Teachings

Gosho Study (adapted from the SGI-USA World Tribune) “The most important thing in practicing the Buddhist teachings is to follow and uphold the Buddha’s golden words, not the opinions of…

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Actual Proof, Buddhism, Enlightenment

A Buddhist Practice to Change Our Destiny

In 2014, I self-published a memoir titled Never Give Up: Buddhism, Family & Schizophrenia. It is now nine years later, and while the challenges haven’t ended for me yet, I…

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Buddhism, Sin

The Five Cardinal Sins

In a religious context, sin is a transgression against divine law or a law of God.[1] Each culture has its own interpretation of what it means to commit a sin. While sins are generally considered actions, any thought, word, or…

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  • Buddhism,  Peace,  Prayer

    The Dragon’s Dreams Came True

    November 12, 2023 /

    The Dragon’s Dreams Came True [1] Chanting Nam Myoho Renge Kyo can revitalize our lives and lead to a prosperous and peaceful society. [2] One of my Good Ole Grandad’s last notes pointed at me and read, “Let her be my saving grace.” Perhaps he was concerned about his less…

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  • Fall,  Halloween

    Happy Halloween!

    “It was in a quaint little pumpkin store one like this with a cobble floor, wooden chairs, the smell of pumpkins everywhere, in all shapes, sizes and colors. I had an epiphany. “

    By NikitaPiper
  • Buddhism,  Courage,  Dedication

    On Practicing the Buddha’s Teachings

    Gosho Study (adapted from the SGI-USA World Tribune) “The most important thing in practicing the Buddhist teachings is to follow and uphold the Buddha’s golden words, not the opinions of others.” Nichiren Library p. 391 “I have launched the battle…

    By NikitaPiper
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    Actual Proof,  Buddhism,  Enlightenment

    A Buddhist Practice to Change Our Destiny

    In 2014, I self-published a memoir titled Never Give Up: Buddhism, Family & Schizophrenia. It is now nine years later, and while the challenges haven’t ended for me yet, I have a sequel in the works. My sequel is another…

    By NikitaPiper
  • Buddhism,  Sin

    The Five Cardinal Sins

    In a religious context, sin is a transgression against divine law or a law of God.[1] Each culture has its own interpretation of what it means to commit a sin. While sins are generally considered actions, any thought, word, or act considered immoral, selfish, shameful, harmful, or alienating might be…

    By NikitaPiper
  • Poetry,  We'Moon 2023 Silver Lining

    Under the Moon

    Don’t mind me, I’m out getting lost under the moon, watching bats wheel and vultures go to bed and listening to whippoorwills and starsong.  Don’t seek me, I’m dancing with sunset, studying the shapes of clouds and leaves, serenading violets…

    By NikitaPiper
  • Creative Writing,  Poetry

    Ancestors

    My ancestors lived in Europe. With their families and their foibles. In centuries past, they did unimaginable deeds. My ancestors were European. Some from the East, Some from the West. They held unusual beliefs, and refused to be free. They…

    By NikitaPiper
  • Appreciation,  Buddhism,  Diversity

    Every Person Is A Unique Treasure

    Cherry, Plum, Peach, Damson Buddhism has long taught that each person is a treasure with something unique to contribute to the world. This is the message of the Buddhist principle, “cherry, plum, peach, damson.” Nichiren Daishonin uses the fruit’s flowers…

    By NikitaPiper
  • Buddhism,  Enlightenment,  Lotus Sutra, Mystic Law,  Nam Myoho Renge Kyo

    The Pink Lotus Flower

    The [Pink] Lotus Flower, Nelumbo nucifera, also known as the “sacred lotus” or the “Indian lotus,” is often confused with true water lilies of the genus Nymphaea, in particular N. caerulea, the “blue lotus.” However, the lotus flower has historical, cultural and spiritual…

    By NikitaPiper
  • Persian Myth,  Turkey

    Ingrates and Bathtubs

    The White Rose of Turkey The Turkish mystery series on Netflix, Shahmaran (2023), is based partly on the Persian myth of the same name. [1] “Shah” is a title used for Persian kings, and “mar” or “maran” means “snake(s).” The Netflix…

    By savannah
  • Education,  Higher Education,  U.S.

    Education in the 21st Century

    The dream of sin. According to data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), as of the academic year 2016-2017, there are a total of 4,360 higher education institutions in the U.S., including both colleges and universities.  Of the…

    By NikitaPiper
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  • The Dragon’s Dreams Came True
  • Happy Halloween!
  • On Practicing the Buddha’s Teachings
  • A Buddhist Practice to Change Our Destiny
  • The Five Cardinal Sins
  • Under the Moon
  • Ancestors

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