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while we have the eight fold paths (☸️)

(which I posted about each path check those posts out.)

there is then, the 4 noble truths. which is just as important to anyone's Buddhist journey as the ☸️.

Because, before you even follow ☸️ as a beginner, you be introduced first to the 4 noble paths.

Once you get a good understanding 🤔💭 of the eight fold paths, its good to return back to look at the 4 noble truths again. reviewing these things more then once, more then twice.

#buddhist #buddhism

The Truth of Suffering: This truth acknowledges that life, in all its forms, involves suffering, dissatisfaction, or unease. This isn't just about obvious pain or unhappiness, but also the inherent unsatisfactoriness of impermanence. Even joy, when it passes, can lead to suffering. Birth, aging, sickness, death, separation from loved ones, not getting what one desires, and the general state of being subject to change are all forms of dukkha.

The Truth of the Origin of Suffering: This truth explains that suffering arises from craving, attachment, and desire. It's the incessant longing for things to be other than they are, whether it's for pleasure, material possessions, or even for things to remain the same when they are inherently impermanent. This craving is rooted in ignorance – a misunderstanding of the true nature of reality.

The Truth of the Cessation of Suffering: This is the good news! This truth states that suffering can be ended. When craving and attachment are extinguished, suffering ceases. This cessation is known as Nirvana, a state of profound peace, freedom, and enlightenment, free from the cycle of birth and rebirth (samsara).

The Truth of the Path to the Cessation of Suffering: This truth provides the practical guide for ending suffering. It is the Noble Eightfold Path, a set of eight interconnected practices that lead to the cessation of suffering and the attainment of Nirvana. The Eightfold Path is often divided into three categories:

Buddhist Coalition for Democracy has a Substack newsletter, you can check it out below
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https://buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.substack.com/

🏙 Area: Tokyo, Japan
🏛️ Sight: Kogan-ji Temple

❓ What is the best time of year to take a sightseeing tour?

➡ Experience the beauty of Tokyo: https://visitsights.com/sightseeing-tours/Japan/Tokyo

#️⃣ #Japan #Buddhist #Travel #Religion #Sights #Amenity #Sightseeing #PlaceOfWorship #Tokyo

The image depicts a traditional Japanese temple entrance. It features a distinctive wooden structure with a decorative roof, often seen in Shinto or Buddhist temples. The entrance likely leads to the main part of the temple, which is commonly characterized by serene surroundings, stone pathways, and possibly additional structures or shrines beyond the entrance. The scene appears to be quiet and reflects the architectural style typical of historical Japanese temples.

Image Credits: Wikimedia / KENPEI / CC BY-SA 3.0

Traditional artisanal cuisine of the mystic East... aka ribbon jello at the social gathering following last Sunday's Pride service at the Buddhist Church of San Francisco
#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #jello #pride #lgbtq #queer

A rainbow of ribbon jello sits on rainbow-patterned tablecloth. A few plates with servings are nearby. Photo from the Buddhist Church of San Francisco's Facebook page.

For a bonus, here's an article from the same issue of the Wheel of Dharma by Jodo Shinshu Buddhist monk Rev. Don Castro about the EcoSangha movement
#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #ecology #environment #sustainability
https://www.buddhistchurchesofamerica.org/post/ecosangha-perspectives-profound-causes-and-conditions

The Wheel of Dharma notes the various Earth Day services that took place at Jodo Shinshu temples in the Buddhist Churches of America this year. 2025 marks the 10th year anniversary of the wider EcoSangha movement in the BCA. The print version has lots of extra photos!

#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #ecology #environment
https://www.buddhistchurchesofamerica.org/post/earth-day-services-held-at-bca-temples

Rev. Blayne Higa of Kona Hongwanji speaks out about anti-immigrant policies and attitudes:
"Our country is in crisis as the communal fabric of our society is being intentionally frayed by those in power...Real people, families and communities are being hurt by these unjust policies. The cruelty and malice being demonstrated are antithetical to the values I hold as a disciple of the Buddha."
#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #immigration
https://www.buddhistchurchesofamerica.org/post/compassion-with-a-lion-s-roar

“There are no right hands for wrong weapons.” ~Ban Ki-moon 🙏🏽📿🪷 A Buddhist Perspective on Nuclear Weapon Ven. Dr. Chung Ohun Lee “Nuclear Weapons and the Moral Compass" #Buddhist #Buddhism gsinstitute.org/wp-content/u...

June 27th, 2025 Webinar - "Global Forgiveness" with David Thornton

David Thornton, a Licensed #Clinical #Pastoral #Therapist, invites you to an in-depth #webinar exploring the complexities of #forgiveness for those affected by complex #PTSD and #spiritual abuse.
Drawing from diverse sources -- including #Christian, #12Step, # Jewish, #mystical, #Buddhist, #meditative, and #shamanic traditions--David will present an integrated approach to understanding forgiveness. This work is not about simple answers. Instead, it provides a framework to recognize where a client is in their process and how different traditions may offer unique, healing insights.
Participants will explore the developmental stages of forgiveness work, learn how to assess when someone may not be ready for change, and engage ethical questions about how we show up as helpers. This session also encourages attendees to reflect on their own spiritual paths to better understand and support those they serve.
Learning objectives include:

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Understanding how different faith traditions support healing and forgiveness.
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Recognizing moments of crisis as possible gateways to transformation.
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Gaining strategic awareness about readiness for change--both in self and others.

Event details:

* June 27, 2025
* 3:00 PM -- 4:30 PM EDT
* Online
* ACPE Members: Free | Non-members: $35
* CE Credit: 1.5 hours available

More at http://bit.ly/3HQpa2U

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The #ACPE #Psychotherapy Commission is a community invested in the practice of integrating #spirituality into our work. This work may be done by a volunteer helper, a #spiritual #healer, or a licensed mental health practitioner. We offer training.

Learn more at https://sip-com.wildapricot.org . Blog at https://sip-com.wildapricot.org/news .

#psychology #counseling #socialwork #psychotherapy @psychotherapist @psychotherapists @psychology @socialpsych @socialwork @psychiatry @spirituality
@religion #mentalhealth #psychiatry #healthcare #depression #psychotherapist #faith #spirituality

#Forgiveness isn’t always about letting go -- it can also be about learning to carry our burdens differently. In the June 27 webinar “Global Forgiveness,” David Thornton presents a multi-traditional approach to #healing #trauma and #spiritual wounds.

When clients are dealing with the aftermath of spiritual #abuse or chronic #trauma, a one-size-fits-all solution rarely works. David offers insight into how various spiritual systems -- #Christian, #12Step, #Buddhist, #mystical, and more -- can help practitioners and clients access deeper healing. He will also help attendees understand when an alternative path might be more appropriate and liberating for someone struggling with forgiveness.

This webinar includes discussion of:

• The emotional and spiritual dynamics that block forgiveness.

• The therapeutic potential found in spiritual crises.

• Ethical practices for supporting clients across diverse traditions.
It’s also a personal invitation for clinicians to reflect on their own spiritual fluency and how it informs their therapeutic relationships.

1.5 CE credits available for eligible participants in social work and mental health fields. Join us for a thoughtful conversation on the role of spirituality in trauma recovery.

More at http://bit.ly/3HQpa2U

The #ACPE #Psychotherapy Commission is a community invested in the practice of integrating #spirituality into our work. This work may be done by a volunteer helper, a #spiritual #healer, or a licensed mental health practitioner. We offer training. Learn more at https://sip-com.wildapricot.org . Blog at https://sip-com.wildapricot.org/news .

#psychology #counseling #socialwork #psychotherapy @psychotherapist @psychotherapists @psychology @socialpsych @socialwork @psychiatry #mentalhealth #psychiatry #healthcare #depression #psychotherapist

Spokane Buddhist Temple is an official sponsor of Pride in Perry, next Saturday. The annual event is put on by Odyssey Youth, the local LGBTQ+ youth support organization that the temple has actively supported for years.
#buddhism #buddhist #pride #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #lgbtq #queer

An illustration of the Spokane Buddhist Temple, with a Pride in Perry street sign and a banner saying "Friend Sponsor." A rainbow rises behind the temple.

Here is something beautiful: people of all religions (including two Jodo Shinshu monks) gathered to honour LGBTQIA+ religious ancestors as part of Pride in Sao Paulo, Brazil!
#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #pride #lgbtq #queer #ancestors #brazil

People of all religions, races, ages, and genders stand proudly behind a Portuguese-language banner celebrating LGBTQIA+ religious ancestors. On the right side are two Jodo Shinshu clergy, in black robes. Before the banner is a tableau created from various rainbow flags with some religious items, most prominently two buddhas statues with a Buddhist bell. Photo is from Rev. Jean Tetsuji.

NIGHT THINGS

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gallery! https://ko-fi.com/powerrr/gallery

#horror #nightmare #arcana #magick #buddhist #mantra #haunted #blood #bones #skeleton #portrait #cryptid #humanoid #arcane #teeth

a lot of bones, making a creature. it has a mouth full of pointy teeth with a smiling green face inside, what may be several hands, and a white heart. one of the hands is making a blue sigil. most of the painting is white and gray.

in the lower left corner: RISING SUN CARRY ME AWAY
CEMETARY RATS SLICK WITH CARRION SHELLACK

i the upper right corner: GATE GATE PARAGATE PARASAMGATE

#life #dissatisfaction can end. Others can #help end ones dissatisfaction. Those with some of the worst dissatisfaction.

#buddhist #buddhism #helpothers

volunteer help others. blue t shirt. Dark short hair.

"If I must die, let it bring hope, let it be a tale: Palestinian Martyrs Guiding Us this Obon Season"

Obon season is approaching once again. Jodo Shinshu monk Rev. Devon Matsumoto powerfully reflects on how the story and practice of Obon relate to the genocide in Gaza.

#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #gaza #palestine #obon

https://www.itsyozine.com/posts/obon-palestine

In 90 minutes from the time of this post, I'll be doing a livestream #Dhamma Talk, visible here:
https://livestream.bhikkhu.ca/
#Buddhism #Buddhist #Theravada #livestream #video #Dharma

Sleep? Maybe. Calming? Definitely. Excellent readings, wise insights of 25 classic #Zen #Buddhist stories. I'll be returning to this video again, I'm sure. Good listening any time, day/night. https://youtu.be/Rx-y-8DRqEA #classics #philosophy #literature #Inspiration #enlightenment

🙏 पढ़िए डॉ. भीमराव अम्बेडकर द्वारा रचित
"भगवान बुद्ध और उनका धम्म" — एक क्रांतिकारी विचारधारा जो करुणा, तर्क और समानता पर आधारित है।

🧘♂️ जीवन का मार्गदर्शन करने वाली पुस्तक
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#Buddha #Ambedkar #DiamondBooks #Buddhist

Prince Morikuni, 9th shōgun of the Kamakura shōgunate of #Japan, was born OTD in 1264. Kenchō-ji is the greatest of the "Five Great Mountains" #Buddhist temples. https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/japan/kamakura/kencho-ji.html?s=mb #travel #Japan

Prince Morikuni, 9th shōgun of the Kamakura shōgunate of #Japan, was born OTD in 1264. Engaku-ji is another of the "Five Great Mountains" #Buddhist temples. https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/japan/kamakura/engaku-ji.html?s=mb #travel #Japan

#buddhist

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