Zen Dialogues

Reflections from Japan's Buddhist Traditions

About enlightenment

It is said that enlightenment is moving away from the three major human desires (appetite, desire to sleep, sexual desire). Buddha is said to have awoken, but I think the Buddha probably just realized that he realized that he couldn't do this. In other words, there are various Buddhist...

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I have a question about the death penalty system.

At a symposium on the death penalty system held by the Japan Federation of Bar Associations (Nichibenren) in Fukui City on the 6th,” Mr. Setouchi said, “It is difficult for humans to decide human sins. It's shameful that Japan still continues (the death penalty system),” he pointed out. “Killing...

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I can't sleep at night because I'm afraid of dying

Thank you for reading, sorry if the category is different. I'm afraid of dying. “Death” is a completely unknown world, so I am filled with fear. Losing one's existence is painful depending on how one dies. The more I think about it, the more confused my head becomes and I hate it. At night,...

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Don't die theory

My wife, who has been developing depression for 10 years, recently said “I want to die.” I'm saying that. I said, “I want you to be with me. Right now, even if I haven't been able to do anything yet, I'm just calling out repeatedly,” but the current situation is that it doesn't reach my heart...

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germophilia

I'm always indebted to you. There is something that surprised me It seems that Yoshihiro took good care of fleas and lice in his own pocket. Also, despite the fact that very dirty matter flows through the Ganges River in India It seems that they are bathing in the river without any...

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About his unforgivable words

The other day, my boyfriend came to my house to say hello about living together. I had a friendly conversation with my parents, had a meal together, and it was a fun time. However, when that greeting was over and the two of them were alone, I couldn't get his words out of my heart. They called...

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What is the world after death and spirit

When I was in elementary school, I probably had a psychic experience at a hotel near USJ in Osaka. Since then, I still believe in the existence of spirits, but I personally believe that both can be proven by science. It is often said in the public and scientific world that spirits and the...

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Human

You protect yourself. Everyone is the cutest themselves. A person's misfortune is said behind the scenes, the taste of honey. It's a mass of ego, humans. I hate humans. Do you believe it?

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About people who have failed or made mistakes

I've asked this question before, but when I make mistakes or mistakes, I don't forgive myself, and I strangle myself or punch me in the head. The word “remorse” came up in response at that time. Even when I reflect on it, there are many mistakes and failures in my daily life and work, and I end...

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I took over the temple, but I don't want to do any more

I am single in my late 30s and am the chief priest of a local rural temple. Originally, I had disposable jobs such as part-time jobs and contracts, but due to various things, I wasn't good at socializing with people, etc., so I couldn't get any of them. At that time, my parents, who are the...

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There are so many things I want to do.

I am currently working as a financial and insurance foreign employee. I thought there was no need to post this kind of trouble, but I'm afraid I'll post it. Originally, I liked Japanese history and culture, so I went on to the Department of History in the Faculty of Letters at university and...

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I don't know my life guidelines

I'm really messed up and selfish, but I'm aware that it's disrespectful to everyone who has been struggling for the past year and is doing their best to live. From an objective point of view, I grew up very blessed with a family environment, financial aspects, and relationships. People around me...

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Ex-girlfriend who cheated on her just by using it

She had an affair with a doctor in her 30s after being in a relationship for 4 years since high school. I was faintly aware that I wasn't attractive and that my values didn't match, but even so, I made an effort. However, in the end, she broke up by telling false lies and using only her own...

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There is no way to save humans

There's no doubt that people don't like it. If they don't get caught, they don't mind speaking backwards or badmouthing, and it's disgusting that there are so many people who don't understand people's feelings even a millimeter. Regardless of whether it is domestically or globally, I can't find...

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How to protect ourselves from spiritual things

I've been really suffering since 2 years ago. Please help.

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The sermon I received during the memorial service is stuck

The other day, I went back home for the New Year memorial service, and the sermon I received there is still stuck. That sermon has contents such as “it's unfortunate to end up with family burial” and “relatives' arrogance,” (Are you trying to forget it?) I don't remember even the details, but I...

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nothing works

I don't know what I really want to do. I studied hard, exercised, and passed the first exam because I wanted to become a police officer, but I was born with a nervous system disorder, and I failed in the final pass. From there, it became like burnout, and I gave up being a police officer and...

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I don't feel safe in a disconnected family.

I'm indebted to you. I am always saved by your warm answers. Thank you very much. I'm sorry for the same consultation as before. It's painful every day to think about when I was a kid that I had strangely never had in my memory until now. I'm grateful to my mom and dad. Everyone in my...

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Shugoshaku

It is said that people are reborn when they die, but since they don't have any memories of their previous lives, they'll be different people in the next life, right? If that were the case, would I die in this world? Also, it is said that every person always has a guardian spirit, but who exactly...

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Is religion something that can be forced upon us!

I became close friends with a monk who is active on SNS, and at first they took a free consultation, then we talked on the line, and it's been close to half a year now. At first, they were kind enough to discuss my concerns, so it was helpful. progressively I was able to buy bracelets that...

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