This paper attempts to explore Master Zhiyi （538-597） of Chinese Tiantai Buddhism＇s theory of the Subtlety of the three categories of Dharma. By means of interpreting the title ＂the Subtle Dharma of the Lotus Sut...This paper attempts to explore Master Zhiyi （538-597） of Chinese Tiantai Buddhism＇s theory of the Subtlety of the three categories of Dharma. By means of interpreting the title ＂the Subtle Dharma of the Lotus Sutra,＂ he is able to adhere to the One Buddha-vehicle as the unifying force to incorporate different viewpoints and to classify the teaching of the Buddha. Zhiyi＇s interpretation of the title of the Lotus Sutra begins with the word ＂Dharma.＂ This indicates that the Buddha teaches dharma, for dharma is the doctrine of truth or reality. He divides dharma into three categories： （1） Dharma of Sentient Beings, （2） Dharma of Bud- dha, and （3） Dharma of Mind. These three categories of dharma are regarded as constituting the doctrines in the teaching of the Buddha. Through this interpretation, the dharma the Buddha expounds in his teaching is confirmed to be subtle and inconceivable. The meaning of the subtlety is defined by Zhiyi as being vast in substance, superior in placeness, and eternal in function, These three aspects of the subtlety are spoken of in terms of the Ten Dharma-realms being the representation of the Ultimate Truth. As this Ultimate Truth is constituted by the Relativity of the nine realms and the Ultimate of the Buddha-realm, the Buddha＇s teaching that functions to lead beings to enter the realm of Buddha is made evident. Owing to the fact that both of the nine realms and the Buddha-realm belong to the Dharma-realm, and the dharmadhatu is the Ultimate Truth, Zhiyi maintains that the nine realms as the Relative contains the Ultimate, and the Buddha-realm as the Ultimate contains the Relative. The integrated reality of the Relative and the Ultimate of the Ten Dharma-realms renders the dharma of the Ultimate Truth inconceivable and subtle. Coinciding with the subtlety that is defined by these three aspects in terms of vast substance, superior placeness, and eternal function, these three categories of dharma are linked with those three aspects of the subtlety. The Dharma of Sentient Beings that concerns the Ten Dharma-realms （that are characterized by the Ten Suchnesses） indicates the vastness of substance the Buddha＇s teaching is based upon, in terms of the Ultimate Truth. The Dharma of Buddha that concerns the Buddha＇s knowledge of the Relative and the Ultimate indicates the superiority of placeness the Buddha＇ s teaching can lead to in terms of attainment of Buddhahood. The Dharma of Mind that concerns the way of realizing the Ultimate Truth indicates the length of function the Buddha＇s teaching can benefit, in terms of the three periods of time. Hence, by Zhiyi＇s definition, the subtlety refers to the dharma, and the dharma is subtle, whereby the Ultimate Truth is presented as an integrated reality of Oneness.展开更多
Launched in the year 2020,The Voice of Dharma(《法音(英文)》)is the official English journal of the Buddhist Association of China.It is intended to introduce to readers of all walks of life home and abroad China’s re...Launched in the year 2020,The Voice of Dharma(《法音(英文)》)is the official English journal of the Buddhist Association of China.It is intended to introduce to readers of all walks of life home and abroad China’s religious policies,the history,development and wisdom of Buddhism in China,and its adaptation and contribution to the society with its new character and image.Meanwhile,it tells stories and news of Chinese Buddhism home and abroad for better communication and exchanges,promoting the influence of Chinese Buddhist culture,thus giving testimony to China's confidence in its culture.展开更多
Launched in the year 2020,The Voice of Dharma (《法音(英文)》) is the official English journal of the Buddhist Association of China.It is intended to introduce to readers of all walks of life home and abroad China'...Launched in the year 2020,The Voice of Dharma (《法音(英文)》) is the official English journal of the Buddhist Association of China.It is intended to introduce to readers of all walks of life home and abroad China's religious policies,the history,development and wisdom of Buddhism in China,and its adaptation and contribution to the society with its new character and image.Meanwhile,it tells stories and news of Chinese Buddhism home and abroad for better communication and exchanges,promoting the influence of Chinese Buddhist culture,thus giving testimony to China's confidence in its culture.展开更多
From March 21 to 25,2024,in memory of Master Lanxi Daolong’s(兰溪道隆,Japanese:Rankei Doryu,1213-1278 CE)Dharma-transmission journey to Japan during the Southern Song Dynasty(960-1276 CE),a Chinese delegation dispatc...From March 21 to 25,2024,in memory of Master Lanxi Daolong’s(兰溪道隆,Japanese:Rankei Doryu,1213-1278 CE)Dharma-transmission journey to Japan during the Southern Song Dynasty(960-1276 CE),a Chinese delegation dispatched by the Buddhist Association of China(BAC)went to Japan to participate in a series of commemorative events.展开更多
An interview with Master Tongzhi,abbot of Dongchan Temple in New York对话纽约东禅寺住持通智法师HOW DID YOU FIND YOURSELF IN THE US?I studied Mahayana Buddhism at The Buddhist Academy of China,and when I graduated in 1...An interview with Master Tongzhi,abbot of Dongchan Temple in New York对话纽约东禅寺住持通智法师HOW DID YOU FIND YOURSELF IN THE US?I studied Mahayana Buddhism at The Buddhist Academy of China,and when I graduated in 1994 I had the chance to be officially sent abroad by the government展开更多
Compilation ofSagya Classics Editor-in-chief of this book is Sagya Palden Donyu,a researcher at the High-level Tibetan Buddhism College of China and the Director of the Sagya Culture Research Office.This volume system...Compilation ofSagya Classics Editor-in-chief of this book is Sagya Palden Donyu,a researcher at the High-level Tibetan Buddhism College of China and the Director of the Sagya Culture Research Office.This volume systematically compiles the academic achievements of the Sagya Dharma Kings.The contents in elude a wide range of topics,including religious philosophy.展开更多
文摘This paper attempts to explore Master Zhiyi （538-597） of Chinese Tiantai Buddhism＇s theory of the Subtlety of the three categories of Dharma. By means of interpreting the title ＂the Subtle Dharma of the Lotus Sutra,＂ he is able to adhere to the One Buddha-vehicle as the unifying force to incorporate different viewpoints and to classify the teaching of the Buddha. Zhiyi＇s interpretation of the title of the Lotus Sutra begins with the word ＂Dharma.＂ This indicates that the Buddha teaches dharma, for dharma is the doctrine of truth or reality. He divides dharma into three categories： （1） Dharma of Sentient Beings, （2） Dharma of Bud- dha, and （3） Dharma of Mind. These three categories of dharma are regarded as constituting the doctrines in the teaching of the Buddha. Through this interpretation, the dharma the Buddha expounds in his teaching is confirmed to be subtle and inconceivable. The meaning of the subtlety is defined by Zhiyi as being vast in substance, superior in placeness, and eternal in function, These three aspects of the subtlety are spoken of in terms of the Ten Dharma-realms being the representation of the Ultimate Truth. As this Ultimate Truth is constituted by the Relativity of the nine realms and the Ultimate of the Buddha-realm, the Buddha＇s teaching that functions to lead beings to enter the realm of Buddha is made evident. Owing to the fact that both of the nine realms and the Buddha-realm belong to the Dharma-realm, and the dharmadhatu is the Ultimate Truth, Zhiyi maintains that the nine realms as the Relative contains the Ultimate, and the Buddha-realm as the Ultimate contains the Relative. The integrated reality of the Relative and the Ultimate of the Ten Dharma-realms renders the dharma of the Ultimate Truth inconceivable and subtle. Coinciding with the subtlety that is defined by these three aspects in terms of vast substance, superior placeness, and eternal function, these three categories of dharma are linked with those three aspects of the subtlety. The Dharma of Sentient Beings that concerns the Ten Dharma-realms （that are characterized by the Ten Suchnesses） indicates the vastness of substance the Buddha＇s teaching is based upon, in terms of the Ultimate Truth. The Dharma of Buddha that concerns the Buddha＇s knowledge of the Relative and the Ultimate indicates the superiority of placeness the Buddha＇ s teaching can lead to in terms of attainment of Buddhahood. The Dharma of Mind that concerns the way of realizing the Ultimate Truth indicates the length of function the Buddha＇s teaching can benefit, in terms of the three periods of time. Hence, by Zhiyi＇s definition, the subtlety refers to the dharma, and the dharma is subtle, whereby the Ultimate Truth is presented as an integrated reality of Oneness.
文摘Launched in the year 2020,The Voice of Dharma(《法音(英文)》)is the official English journal of the Buddhist Association of China.It is intended to introduce to readers of all walks of life home and abroad China’s religious policies,the history,development and wisdom of Buddhism in China,and its adaptation and contribution to the society with its new character and image.Meanwhile,it tells stories and news of Chinese Buddhism home and abroad for better communication and exchanges,promoting the influence of Chinese Buddhist culture,thus giving testimony to China's confidence in its culture.
文摘Launched in the year 2020,The Voice of Dharma (《法音(英文)》) is the official English journal of the Buddhist Association of China.It is intended to introduce to readers of all walks of life home and abroad China's religious policies,the history,development and wisdom of Buddhism in China,and its adaptation and contribution to the society with its new character and image.Meanwhile,it tells stories and news of Chinese Buddhism home and abroad for better communication and exchanges,promoting the influence of Chinese Buddhist culture,thus giving testimony to China's confidence in its culture.
文摘From March 21 to 25,2024,in memory of Master Lanxi Daolong’s(兰溪道隆,Japanese:Rankei Doryu,1213-1278 CE)Dharma-transmission journey to Japan during the Southern Song Dynasty(960-1276 CE),a Chinese delegation dispatched by the Buddhist Association of China(BAC)went to Japan to participate in a series of commemorative events.
文摘An interview with Master Tongzhi,abbot of Dongchan Temple in New York对话纽约东禅寺住持通智法师HOW DID YOU FIND YOURSELF IN THE US?I studied Mahayana Buddhism at The Buddhist Academy of China,and when I graduated in 1994 I had the chance to be officially sent abroad by the government
文摘Compilation ofSagya Classics Editor-in-chief of this book is Sagya Palden Donyu,a researcher at the High-level Tibetan Buddhism College of China and the Director of the Sagya Culture Research Office.This volume systematically compiles the academic achievements of the Sagya Dharma Kings.The contents in elude a wide range of topics,including religious philosophy.
