The Lotus Sutra

"The Lotus Sutra," often referred to as the "Saddharma Puṇḍarīka Sutra," is one of the most important and revered texts in Mahayana Buddhism. This profound scripture, composed between the 1st century BCE and the 1st century CE, holds a central place in the Mahayana tradition and has significantly influenced Buddhist thought and practice.

The Lotus Sutra is known for its teachings on the potential for Buddhahood within all beings and the concept of skillful means (upaya). It presents various parables and allegorical stories that convey profound spiritual truths and encourage practitioners to aspire to the highest levels of awakening.

The sutra emphasizes the universality of the Buddha's teachings, offering a vision of a single path to enlightenment accessible to all, regardless of their backgrounds or circumstances. It inspires a deep commitment to compassion and wisdom as essential qualities on the spiritual journey. "The Lotus Sutra" has been revered and studied by Mahayana Buddhists across different cultures, including East Asian Pure Land Buddhism and Nichiren Buddhism.

Author: Composed by the Buddha’s disciples

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