Welcome to Padmakumara Translation News #8
November 2002
http://www.padmakumara.org is a non-profit site devoted to propagating the teachings of our most revered holiness, His Presence, Grand Master and Living Buddha, Sheng-yen Lu. By translating his most sublime Buddhadharma into English, we pray that you may find it useful upon your path and share with us your experiences in cultivation.
New on the Padmakumara website:
1). Padmakumara Forum News
2). In Our Discussion Forum
3). Latest Translations
4). Volunteers Needed
5). Upcoming Temples Activities
1).Padmakumara Forum News
Padmakumara Team members happily announce Book 145, Living In This Moment of Purity, is now available for purchasing.
Book 145, Living in This Moment of Purity, and book 152, Living this
Moment of Illumination, are two books that Deva Yama asked Grand Master Lu
to write in order to promote ethics in our society. In fact, many Chinese students have purchased a large quantity to share with others and increase their own merits at the same time.
One reviewer said "Truly eye-opening, amazing accounts for the "why's" of life. This book is truly eye-opening. It answers many questions about life: why do some people seem to have their ways? yet, some others seem to hit the walls, in their careers, relationships, family life, etc? Is it because of the difference in race, intelligence, talents, skills? Is it pure luck? Or is there some other intangible entity playing part?
Wow! I read this book from cover to cover in one sitting. I feel relieved from the pressures of life... All those why's fluttered away and nothing seems to bother me any longer. From time to time, I pick it up again, whenever I feel pressured, or just to perk me up.
This book is a must read. It will open your mind and enrich your life.
The Revised and Edited version of Grandmaster Lu translated book 148
"Power of Mantra " is now available for free distribution.
This is the second printing by True Buddha Publications (Singapore ).
Interested parties please send your request either by email
or writings/fax to the address below:
True Buddha Publications ( Singapore )
621 Aljunied Road
Lipo Building
#03-01
Singapore 389834
Tel : (65) 67430478
Fax : ( 65 ) 67424706
e-mail : truebp@mbox2.singnet.com.sg
*** Please indicate the number of copies you want and
your mailing address clearly.
Lei Zang Si temple or Chapters who request a carton of the
books please contact True Buddha Publications ( Singapore)
via fax/email to arrange for the necessary shipment.
Grand Master Lu's Books Session Revamped
Please see http://www.padmakumara.org/books/index.shtml
Added are the Chinese covers for the books that are still in translation for your eyes pleasure!
2). In Our Discussion Forum:
Temple Protocol
Does anyone know the exact protocol when one walks into a temple and why we do it?
For example:
It's tradition to take off one's shoes.
Prostrations show signs of respect.
Clapping our hands together and snapping our fingers..
do we do that before we prostrate when we first come in?
This question and others answered.
http://www.padmakumara.org/cgi-bin/discussion/YaBB.pl?board=buddhism;act ion=display;num=1034642437
3). Latest Translations:
Book 140 Mysterious Phenomena
Preface Heavenly Trip
Written only in September 2000! Our team has began translation of this new book. Keep visiting our site for more! There are many exciting accounts of Grand Master Lu's experiences within. In the translated preface "two true incidents shall initiate this books Mysterious Phenomena. They shall serve as a prelude to the remaining chapters."
http://www.padmakumara.org/cgi-bin/discussion/YaBB.pl?board=books
Book: The Annotated Heart Sutra
Chapter 1: Maha
What does the word ‘maha’ mean? How is this related to Grand Master Lu's teacher Great Grand Master? A heart warming recollection and explanation is instore for readers!
http://www.padmakumara.org/cgi-bin/discussion/YaBB.pl?board=books
True Buddha School Fire Offering
The meaning and merits of Fire Offering.
Buddha Shakyamuni once taught disciples, Fire Offering can change one’s fate, one’s worldly endeavors, and all of the circumstances of one’s life.
Read how it can change yours as well.
http://www.padmakumara.org/cgi-bin/discussion/YaBB.pl?board=misc
4). Volunteers Needed
We are looking for more Editors, Translators, Editors and Proofreaders.
We would like to take the opportunity to explain the translation procedure and the role of each position.
Translators: Translate articles from Chinese to English.
Qualifications:
Fair or better proficiency in English and Chinese.
Fair or better understanding in English/Chinese Buddhism terms.
Note: welcome anyone that is willing to learn. No previous experience is required.
Editors: Rewrite and revise translated articles
Qualifications:
Strong and solid background in the English language.
Knowledge of the Chinese language is not required.
Fair or better understanding in English Buddhism terms
Note: a trial test may be given for this position
Proofreaders: Provide quality assurance on the final draft.
Qualifications:
Fair or better proficiency in English and Chinese.
Well-versed in Chinese/English Buddhism terms.
Note: Experienced senior translators only.
As you can see, the system is setup in such way that everyone is a key player in the translation procedure, yet the workload is distributed and shared. Prior to publishing any work, a paper is reviewed by at least 3 members (Translator/Editor/Proofreader) so we can eliminate possible mistakes and improve the accuracy. With the team effort, more of our beloved Guru's teachings can be learned!
If you are interested in joining us, please drop us an email!
webmaster@padmakumara.org
5). Upcoming Temples Activities:
Redmond Ling Shen Ching Tze Temple
17012 NE 40TH COURT, REDMOND, WA 98052 USA
Tel : (425) 882-0916
22-Nov-02 15/mo 10 Fri 8:00 PM True Buddha Repentance
4-Dec-02 1/mo 11 Wed 11:00 AM 1st of mo 11 Puja
14-Dec-02 Sat 8:00 PM Amitabha's Birthday (early celebration)Pure Land Repentance
18-Dec-02 15/mo 11 Wed 11:00 AM 15th of mo 11 Puja
20-Dec-02 17/mo 11 Fri 11:00 AM Amitabha's Birthday (early celebration)
21-Dec-02 18/mo 11 Sat 8:00 PM
True Buddha Repentance
Chin Yin Buddhist Society
12688-148 Ave Edmonton, AB. Canada
T5X 6C8
Telephone (780) 423-0447 Fax (780) 426-3230
Transfers make payble to:
Chin Yin Buddhist Society
Canada Trust
Branch 226-(5001524)
Transit#004
13703-93 St.
Edmonton, AB
T5E 5V6
11/22/02 Saturday 8:00PM Group Practice Padmasambhava Principal Deity Practice
11/24/02 Sunday 1:00PM Recitation Amitabha Sutra
11/29/02 Saturday 8:00PM Group Practice Sitatapatra (Maha Buddha Mother of White Parasol Practice
12/01/02 1:00PM Water Puja Thousand Eyes and Arms Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva Purification & Blessing, and Bardo Deliverance Water Offering
12/06/02 8:00PM Group Practice Padmakumara Expedite Rebirth to Maha Twin Lotus Ponds Practice
12/08/02 11:30AM Group Practice Four Preliminary Practice
12/13/02 8:00PM Group Practice Black Jambhala Practice
12/15/02 1:00PM Repentance Practice Amitabha Pureland Precious Repentance Practice
12/20/02 8:00PM Praying and Vows The Birthday of Amitabha Buddha
12/22/02 1:00PM Group Practice Padmakumara Practice
12/27/02 8:00PM Group Practice Kuan Yin Body Shrine Practice
12/29/02 11:00AM Dharma Ceremony Offering Before Buddha's
1:00PM Repentance Practice True Buddha Precious Repentance Practice
The True Buddha Vijaya Temple Announcement
The True Buddha Vijaya Temple will be holding the Emperor Liang Repentance Ceremony in December. Two special shrines for the ceremony are being built that will stand at 12ft tall. One is for the ancestors and one is for those living.
The Masters presiding of the ceremony will be Master Lian Moon Lianchuan and Liansheng and four Reverends to assist. If anyone is interested in registering or finding out more you are welcome to e-mail us at vijaytemple@hotmail.com
Or call us on 510-532-9888 or fax on 510-536-7363.
New York Diamond Temple
Master Samantha will be at NY, please contact NY Diamond Temple Tel: (212) 732-5264, Fax: (212) 732-8478 for registration:
12/13/2002: 911 site mantra reciting(10:30am); Padmakumara Purification & Bardo Homa(4:30pm); Disaster Savior Tara Purification & Bardo Homa(7:30pm)
12/14/2002: White Clothes Kuan Yin with Jewel Homa(4:00pm); Red Jambhala Homa(7:30pm)
12/15/2002: Amitabha Purification & Bardo Ceremony(2:00pm)
12/16/2002: Dharma Talk at FuYen True Buddha Temple and other local chapters
12/20, 2002 Amitabha Purification & Bardo Homa at PLT(8:00pm)*Amitabha's Birthday
This fire puja will benefit both living and deceased people by removing their karmic hindrances and enmities.
12/27, 2002 One day Tantric Dharma Camp at PLU(9:00am)
In this intensive training class, students will be chanting mantras, drawing and coloring images of Buddhas. Besides enhancing one's knowledge and ability to visualize Buddhist images, this training also prepares one for the upcoming Emperor Liang Repentance Liturgy.
**Advanced Registration is required since space is limited!!!
12/28-30, 2002 Liang Wan Repentance Liturgy at PLU
The Emperor Liang Repentance Liturgy is the king of all repentance liturgies. Sincere and devout practitioners of this liturgy will experience removal of karmic retribution and disasters, have their karmic enmities resolved, and obtain more wisdom and blessings. The power of this liturgy is great and inconceivable. In July 13th, 2001, Master Samantha received guidance from Kuan Yin Bodhisattva that she should conduct 18 sessions of Emperor Liang Repentance Liturgy within a period of 3 years. When she accomplishes this, she will be able to help relieve at least 30% of all accumulated karmic hindrances of herself as well as people who have registered for the liturgies. The many disasters the world is facing today are a result of the transgressions committed by sentient beings throughout numerous lifetimes. In addition to doing spiritual practices and engaging in good and virtuous deeds, people registering for this liturgy should also generate "a sense of shame" and fully repent for past transgressions.
12/28/2002: Chapter 1-4 at 10:00am, 2:00pm, 4:00pm, 7:30pm;
12/29/2002: Chapter 5-7 at 2:00pm, 4:00pm, 7:30pm;
12/30/2002: Chapter 8-10 at 2:00pm, 4:00pm, 7:30pm
12/31, 2002 Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva Flaming Mouth Bardo Ceremony at PLU (3:00pm)
The purpose of the Ksitigarbha Flaming Mouth Dharma Ceremony is to help beings in the Hungry Ghosts realm to enable them to become delivered. Apart from making food offerings to relieve their hunger, the most important purpose is to communicate to them the Dharma, so they will take refuge in the Buddha and accept the precepts. When the right point of view is developed, then they will be able to stop creating more transgressions and be able to be liberated from suffering and attain enlightenment.
12/31, 2002 New Year's Eve Party at PLU (8:00pm)
Dinner starts at 6:00pm
After a series of events aiming at reducing our karmic hindrances, we will celebrate the New Year with a New Year's Eve Party. There will be a dinner and variety show. After which there will be a "candle-lighting ceremony." We will sincerely pray together for our inner light to lit up and shine forth to dispel the darkness and ignorance built up in our hearts from time immemorial.
If you have events at your temple that you would like us and other dharma brothers and sisters to know about please E-mail: webmaster@padmakumara.org
Please always remember to Honor your Guru, Practice Diligently, and Treasure the Dharma.
Wishing you joy in cultivation.
Regards
The Padmakumara Translation Team
Om Guru Lian Shen Siddhi Hum
Last edited 11/20/02 at 23:40:15 by Buddhafly