AEC is the abbreviation of “Before the common era”. It is a way of referring to the years before the beginning of the Common Era (EC), which begins in the year 1. This term is equivalent to “a.C.” (“B.C.”), but is used in secular and academic contexts to avoid religious references. For example, … Read more
The term “That is” comes from Zen Buddhism and refers to an intensive period of retreat and monastic practice. Literally, “that is” (live in peace) means “peaceful residence” o “quiet abode”. This tradition dates back to the time of the historical Buddha, when during the rainy season in India, The monks retired to shelters to meditate … Read more
Director (in pali) o Arhat (In Sanskrit) It is a central term in Buddhism, which refers to a person who has reached the state of complete lighting and has eradicated all mental impurities, Like desire, Aversion and ignorance. By doing so, he director It is definitely released from the Samsara cycle (birth, … Read more
Bhikkhu (in pali) o bhikṣu (In Sanskrit) It is the term used in Buddhism to designate an orderly monk. Literally, means “beggar” o “The one who lives from alms”. And bhikkhu He is a person who has resigned from secular life and has embraced monastic discipline with the purpose of reaching … Read more
in Buddhism, and bodhisattva It is a being that is on the path to awakening, but chooses to postpone his entry into nirvana to help all sentient beings achieve liberation. The concept of bodhisattva is central in the Budismo Mahayana, where it is considered an ideal of compassion and altruism. A … Read more
The term buddhadharma refers to the teachings of the Buddha, also known as the “Dharma of the Buddha”. It is the wisdom and the path he transmitted to achieve the liberation of suffering and spiritual awakening. The term “Dharma” It has multiple meanings in Sanskrit and Pali, But in this context it is generally translated as “doctrine”, … Read more
It is one of the main branches of Buddhism, along with the Theravada. He Budismo Mahayana, whose name means “Great Vehicle”, originated in India around the 1st century AD. and spread throughout Central Asia, China, Corea, Japan, Tibet and other regions. This approach to Buddhism is characterized by its emphasis on compassion … Read more
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Our full name is: Soto Zen Camino Medio Community. See blog posts, Middle Path and Soto Zen.
Daizan Soriano received the Transmission of Dharma (depot) he 4 December 2020 from his teacher, the Venerable Taisei Dokushô Villalba (Tessie solo photo), abbot-founder of the Luz Serena temple and the Soto Zen Buddhist Community. This deep and significant step made him the only and legitimate successor of his teacher within the sacred … Read more