[Reprinted] “Japanese translation of the Lotus Sutra” is reprinted! Kosei Publishing Co., Ltd. Press release: October 2, 2024 [Reprint completed] “Japanese translation of the Lotus Sutra” is reprinted! Mr. Hirosachiya has written numerous books that make Buddhism easy to understand. The aim was to make “The Lotus Sutra” read like a novel
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https://books.kosei-shuppan.co.jp/book/b274531.html ) has been reprinted and the 5th edition has been published. Proposal to “read as you like” In the preface, the author writes, “Readers are encouraged to read the Lotus Sutra as they wish.” Just as a great classic can be read in a variety of ways, the Lotus Sutra can be read as a science fiction novel or as a manga. He says that having readers think about what the Lotus Sutra is trying to say through such free reading is the first step toward understanding the Lotus Sutra. Additionally, a glossary of terms is included at the end of the book, so you can become familiar with the Lotus Sutra even without prior knowledge of Buddhism.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/147787/30/147787-30-5700ad20e84ea67225b6ae95dde442cc-3528×2591.jpg Translating the Lotus Sutra instead of interpreting it When you hear the word “Lotus Sutra,” you feel a little hesitant, but the word “Sutra” probably makes you feel a little hesitant. This book focuses on the following three points in order to dispel the formal impression of Buddhist scriptures and lower the hurdles for reading the Lotus Sutra. ・Omission of verse that repeats prose ・Clarification of speaker in conversation sentences ・Do not add the author’s interpretation, leave it to the reader’s interpretation As a result, a completely new Japanese translation of the Lotus Sutra was born. Deep learning with the Lotus Sutra trilogy We have the Lotus Sutra trilogy, including this book by the same author, allowing you to study the Lotus Sutra step by step. We recommend reading “The World of the Lotus Sutra”, “Japanese Translation of the Lotus Sutra”, and “The Truth of the Lotus Sutra” in the order of publication. At the core of the author’s understanding of the Lotus Sutra are the two ideological frameworks of the Lotus Sutra: the Lotus Sutra as the truth of the universe, and the Lotus Sutra as a book that describes that truth. You can understand it from the parts. By reading these together, you will be able to deepen your understanding of the Lotus Sutra.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/147787/30/147787-30-4b9c59de693bb030cd1823d978d6b897-3528×2591.jpg [Table of Contents] Preface 1 Opening chapter (Introduction 1) 2. Steps towards Buddhahood (Medicine No. 2) 3. The three worlds are fire houses (parable 3rd) 4. Turn your mind to Mahayana (Shikaikai article No. 4) 5. Various herbs (Medicinal herb metaphor No. 5) 6. Guarantee for the future (6th memorandum) 7. Fate of past lives (Kakejou Hina No. 7) 8. Commendation to the 500 people (Receipt of the 500 disciples No. 8) 9. Even if you are still immature (Ninth article about uneducated people) 10 Preparation for preaching the Lotus Sutra (Hoshi article No. 10) 11 Appearance of the Treasure Pagoda (Mihoto Item No. 11) 12 The attainment of Buddhahood for all people (Devadatta Tahin No. 12) 13 Preaching the Lotus Sutra (Kanji Article No. 13) 14 An easy way of life (Easy Lifestyle No. 14) 15 Bodhisattvas who emerged from the earth (Jujiwaku Exhibition No. 15) 16 Lifespan of the Buddha (16th Lifespan of the Tathagata) 17 Size of Merit (Divided Merit Items No. 17) 18 Joy of Faith (Suiki Merit Item No. 18) 19 Merits of learning the Lotus Sutra (Dharma Master Merits No. 19) 20. Worship all people (20th Bodhisattva article that does not disdain) 21 Superpowers of the Tathagata (Tathagata Divine Powers No. 21) 22 Commission to
Bodhisattvas (22nd edition) 23 Case of Medicine King Bodhisattva (Medicine King Bodhisattva Book Article No. 23) 24 Chapter of Mysterious Sound Bodhisattva (Mysterious Sound Bodhisattva Article No. 24) 25 Chapter of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva (Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva Fumon Article No. 25) 26 Words with Spiritual Power (Dharani Product No. 26) 27 Case of Myoshogonno (Myoshogonno Honji no. 27) 28 Chapter of Fugen Bodhisattva (Fugen Bodhisattva solicitation article No. 28) Glossary [Author profile] Hirosachiya Born in Osaka in 1936. Graduated from the Department of Indian Philosophy, Faculty of Letters, University of Tokyo, and completed a doctoral program at the Department of Indian Philosophy, Graduate School of Humanities, University of Tokyo. Served as a professor at the Meteorological College for 20 years starting in 1965. After retiring, he wrote a wide range of books, from explanatory books on Buddhism and other religions to essays on the Buddhist way of life, and gave lectures all over the country. He will pass away in 2022. His major works include “History of Buddhism (all 10 volumes)”, “Buddha” (Shunjusha), “Advice of Madness” (Shueisha Shinsho), “The World of the Lotus Sutra”, and “The Truth of the Lotus Sutra” ( Kosei Publishing) etc. [Book information] “Japanese translation of the Lotus Sutra” Author: Hirosachiya Publisher: Kosei Publishing Company List price: 1,980 yen (tax included) Specifications: 46 format / 288 pages
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