Zen Dialogues

Reflections from Japan's Buddhist Traditions

Funeral Buddhism

If you look at Buddhist books, Buddhism is seen as something for holding funerals. It's sad. Things like that are well-written. If that's the case, I don't think it would be nice if we didn't have a funeral... How about it.

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He committed suicide hoping for an afterlife.

Thank you for listening to my worries until now

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Talent difference

Hello, I'm a college guy. I play a sport in a university club. It's not a major sport, so I started thinking there were no experienced people and it would be okay to start in college. I've been practicing 3 times a week for 3 years with almost no break. However, my juniors are getting better...

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To sell the body or not

When I happened to be searching, I arrived at this site, so I thought there might be some kind of connection, and I would like to discuss it with you. My family has been separated since six years ago due to my father having an affair. (My father continues to cheat with his partner even...

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This is a question from my son who is in the 2nd grade of elementary school

My eldest son, who is in the second grade of elementary school, has been asking the same thing over and over again recently, but there are times when he hasn't been able to answer well. ① Why do humans live? ② Are there any good things about becoming an adult? If so, what good things are...

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I want to accept dying

I often read the various opinions of various monks and use them as a reference. First of all, I'm not very religious, and please forgive my shallowness in praying for the mercy of monks and Buddha only at times like this. I've been suffering from “scary to die” seizures for almost 15...

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The manners of Sanzen

I'm studying Buddhism by myself. However, when I read the books of famous monks from the past, I felt like I would end up with philosophy. I have nothing to do with the temple. I don't care about the denomination, but I want to learn Buddhism while talking carefully. For example, speaking...

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Love Love “This Is My Buddhist Love”

It's been a while for me There was a terrorist attack in New Zealand recently, and a lot of people died There is news circulating that prayers are being offered across religions The reason I was taking a day off at Hasunoha I've tried it many times until now, but that's because I once...

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Do monks have inspiration?

Do monks have inspiration? My father is pretty strong, but he can't see himself at all. Also, do monks have inspiration?

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It's about seated.

It's a simple question, but monks sit upright all the time, right? Aren't your legs numb? If they're numb, aren't they just putting up with it and walking? I'm thinking that. I'm numb, but... Please let me know if there are any tips for not getting numb.

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It's about dialects.

Each region of Japan uses dialects. I live in Fukuoka prefecture, so the Fukuoka dialect uses “batten,” “○○○ tai,” and “○○bai.” So do monks use dialects? I use dialects, but what about monks? I thought and asked a question.

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About where graves are located

Please tell me about where graves are located. My husband's parents' house is the tomb of his ancestors Not on the temple grounds, From my house to a large open area in the neighborhood, Set up graves for each household I'm burying the ashes. So, when you go to that place, there are many...

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About parents' blessings and filial piety.

I would like to ask all the monks. According to Buddhist teachings, it is said that “you must take good care of your parents” and “it is important to reward them for being raised.” However, children suffering from “child abuse” and “abandonment of childcare,” which have occurred frequently...

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I want to die

Last time I asked a question I was told that the purpose of life is something you can find later, but in the end, I couldn't find it You might think that since you're still young, there's no way you can find them that fast, but I want a reason why I'm alive now That's because I treat...

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wisdom

If I walk in a Buddhist way, won't it be painful?

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I don't understand my faith in Amida anymore

It's hard to live, and I'm worried that Amida would save me somehow. But the salvation that Amida promised is salvation after death, not in this life. So when I look up at Amida's face when I look up, I think “I want to be saved now without saying after death...” They say that there is no...

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What is a monk's wife

I have a relationship with a monk and I'm in a relationship. I'm attracted to his personality, but I'd like to get married in the future. However, I think faith is definitely lacking for me when thinking about marriage. There were graves and Buddhist altars at my parents' house, but both...

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Can ordinary people attain enlightenment?

It's not a serious issue and I'm concerned about it, but thank you for your questions. Is it possible to attain enlightenment even if you haven't joined the Buddhist sect or practiced ascetic practices? Due to circumstances in my family environment, I have been living a lonely life for almost...

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What is enlightenment?

I believe in Christianity. I've been lonely since I was 12, and my parents gave up on me, I've been sending you days of alcohol and corruption. When I was around 22, there was a turning point, and I stayed in the mountains and started praying to Shinto and Buddha. After that, I had a strange...

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Why are there multiple types of Buddha?

The model for Nyorai is Buddha. As I learned in class, are there multiple types of Buddha even though there is only one Buddha in this world? There is also Buddha Buddha inside, and my head is confused. Can you tell me about it?

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