Comments for Buddhastate http://buddhastate.com UK Buddhism of Nichiren Daishonin Sat, 05 May 2012 12:58:28 +0000 hourly 1 Comment on The Ten Factors – Ichinen Sanzen Pt 2 by steve http://buddhastate.com/2012/04/the-ten-factors-ichinen-sanzen-part-2/#comment-101 steve Sat, 05 May 2012 12:58:28 +0000 http://buddhastate.com/?p=509#comment-101 I did say "until independence was eventually achieved in 1947" - not "until Gandhi won independence...". There may have been other factors, not least the west's crushed economies after the war, but I still think my reference to Gandhi is wholly appropriate in the context of my article. Yes, I'm aware of "Gandhi Nobody Knows" (Richard Grenier) and other similar sources, but once the British were out, then a single man could never maintain peace in a nation of squabbling faiths - and who's fault is that? Of course, if the Indian Hindu's and Muslims were unhappy with Gandhi they had a choice in how to deal with it, but Nathuram Godse made that choice for them in the end. I did say “until independence was eventually achieved in 1947″ – not “until Gandhi won independence…”. There may have been other factors, not least the west’s crushed economies after the war, but I still think my reference to Gandhi is wholly appropriate in the context of my article. Yes, I’m aware of “Gandhi Nobody Knows” (Richard Grenier) and other similar sources, but once the British were out, then a single man could never maintain peace in a nation of squabbling faiths – and who’s fault is that? Of course, if the Indian Hindu’s and Muslims were unhappy with Gandhi they had a choice in how to deal with it, but Nathuram Godse made that choice for them in the end.

]]> Comment on The Ten Factors – Ichinen Sanzen Pt 2 by Ruth http://buddhastate.com/2012/04/the-ten-factors-ichinen-sanzen-part-2/#comment-100 Ruth Sat, 05 May 2012 11:21:50 +0000 http://buddhastate.com/?p=509#comment-100 "When Gandhi opposed the Raj in India, he did so... ...ultimately evaporating altogether." - This is not altogether true. India was ready to take independence and it is questionable as whether Gandhi was responsible for it or whether he saw an opportunity to take the credit and also exploit his fellow countrymen for his own gain. “When Gandhi opposed the Raj in India, he did so… …ultimately evaporating altogether.” – This is not altogether true. India was ready to take independence and it is questionable as whether Gandhi was responsible for it or whether he saw an opportunity to take the credit and also exploit his fellow countrymen for his own gain.

]]> Comment on The importance of a spirit of gratitude by steve http://buddhastate.com/2012/02/the-importance-of-a-spirit-of-gratitude/#comment-95 steve Tue, 01 May 2012 12:09:15 +0000 http://buddhastate.com/?p=188#comment-95 It's available from the <a href="http://www.sgi-uk.org/shop/7?page=1" rel="nofollow">SGI shop</a> online - it's part of a series of books about the formation of the Soka Gakkai in Europe. Thanks for dropping by! It’s available from the SGI shop online – it’s part of a series of books about the formation of the Soka Gakkai in Europe. Thanks for dropping by!

]]> Comment on The importance of a spirit of gratitude by Roach http://buddhastate.com/2012/02/the-importance-of-a-spirit-of-gratitude/#comment-94 Roach Mon, 30 Apr 2012 17:34:00 +0000 http://buddhastate.com/?p=188#comment-94 Where is this book it sounds good. I am trying to learn about buddism at school. Where is this book it sounds good. I am trying to learn about buddism at school.

]]> Comment on The Ten Factors – Ichinen Sanzen Pt 2 by PM Saunders http://buddhastate.com/2012/04/the-ten-factors-ichinen-sanzen-part-2/#comment-92 PM Saunders Sat, 28 Apr 2012 12:21:07 +0000 http://buddhastate.com/?p=509#comment-92 Thank you for this article! I loved part 1 and this makes plenty of sense. You explain these concepts in a very clear and easy to understand manner. You have nothing to concern yourself with about your blog being appreciated. It is very well done and I am grateful for it. Namaste. Thank you for this article! I loved part 1 and this makes plenty of sense. You explain these concepts in a very clear and easy to understand manner.

You have nothing to concern yourself with about your blog being appreciated. It is very well done and I am grateful for it.

Namaste.

]]> Comment on Common Soka Gakkai Myths by steve http://buddhastate.com/2012/04/common-soka-gakkai-myths/#comment-88 steve Sun, 22 Apr 2012 19:04:51 +0000 http://buddhastate.com/?p=341#comment-88 Before I joined, I also wondered about the veneration of Daisaku Ikeda. I resisted at first (out of my own arrogance and inherent suspicion of any leader), but once I took the time to read and truly understand some of his material I came to appreciate the great effort this man has put into the lay movement. Yes, you will meet some people who talk constantly about president Ikeda, but please take things at your own pace, and make up your own mind :-) Very best wishes. Before I joined, I also wondered about the veneration of Daisaku Ikeda. I resisted at first (out of my own arrogance and inherent suspicion of any leader), but once I took the time to read and truly understand some of his material I came to appreciate the great effort this man has put into the lay movement. Yes, you will meet some people who talk constantly about president Ikeda, but please take things at your own pace, and make up your own mind :-) Very best wishes.

]]> Comment on The Ten Worlds and their mutual possession – Ichinen Sanzen Pt 1 by steve http://buddhastate.com/2012/04/the-ten-worlds-and-their-mutual-possession/#comment-87 steve Sun, 22 Apr 2012 18:53:48 +0000 http://buddhastate.com/?p=410#comment-87 Thank you so much - It means a great deal to know that the articles are useful. Thank you so much – It means a great deal to know that the articles are useful.

]]> Comment on Common Soka Gakkai Myths by PM Saunders http://buddhastate.com/2012/04/common-soka-gakkai-myths/#comment-86 PM Saunders Sun, 22 Apr 2012 15:19:45 +0000 http://buddhastate.com/?p=341#comment-86 I am relatively new to Nichiren Buddhism and I won't lie, I have heard many of the accusations of SGI being a cult and something akin to Ikeda worship among many SGI locations. However the thing I also come across is that many who feel there is too much Ikeda worship just let it go and focus on their chanting/practice. It isn't really an issue for them. After going through things you have said here, I realize I should give SGI a fair shot. I actually happen to live a couple miles from one (I think). I shall have to go there next chance I get. :-) I am relatively new to Nichiren Buddhism and I won’t lie, I have heard many of the accusations of SGI being a cult and something akin to Ikeda worship among many SGI locations. However the thing I also come across is that many who feel there is too much Ikeda worship just let it go and focus on their chanting/practice. It isn’t really an issue for them. After going through things you have said here, I realize I should give SGI a fair shot. I actually happen to live a couple miles from one (I think). I shall have to go there next chance I get. :-)

]]> Comment on The Ten Worlds and their mutual possession – Ichinen Sanzen Pt 1 by PM Saunders http://buddhastate.com/2012/04/the-ten-worlds-and-their-mutual-possession/#comment-85 PM Saunders Sun, 22 Apr 2012 15:09:34 +0000 http://buddhastate.com/?p=410#comment-85 I just happened upon your website while looking for some info/booklets on Ichinen Sanzen. I found and downloaded the Study Aid pic and found this article. Wonderful stuff! I may live in the U.S., but this site is now one of my faves! I just happened upon your website while looking for some info/booklets on Ichinen Sanzen. I found and downloaded the Study Aid pic and found this article. Wonderful stuff! I may live in the U.S., but this site is now one of my faves!

]]> Comment on Ichinen Sanzen Study Aid by steve http://buddhastate.com/2012/04/ichinen-sanzen-study-aid/#comment-84 steve Sun, 22 Apr 2012 14:06:16 +0000 http://buddhastate.com/?p=319#comment-84 Thanks! It's great to know someone out there reads this stuff! Jason and Karen are dear friends of mine - send them a shoutout request! :-) Have a great week. Thanks! It’s great to know someone out there reads this stuff! Jason and Karen are dear friends of mine – send them a shoutout request! :-) Have a great week.

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