Living in harmony with the truth of the universe - experiencing the teachings of Kukai
Many people have heard of the name Kobo Daishi, or Kukai.
He was the founder of Shingon Buddhism and a great man who had a profound influence on Japanese spiritual culture.
At the heart of his teachings lies deep insight into the "truth of the universe" and the "essence of human beings."
What kind of person was Kukai?
Kukai was a Japanese monk from the Heian period and the founder of Esoteric Buddhism (Shingon sect).
He spread his teachings to relieve the worries and suffering of many people, and his influence continues to this day.
The teachings of the Three Mysteries: Harmony of body, speech and mind
The "Three Mysteries" that Kukai preached are:Body (actions), mouth (words), mind (heart)It means harmony of the three.
- Confidentiality:Doing Good Deeds
- Secret:Speak words of love
- Secret:Be compassionate and grateful
Adjusting these three things daily is the key to aligning your vibrations and elevating yourself and the world.
The "Three Mysteries" are the fundamental training methods of esoteric Buddhism passed down by Kobo Daishi Kukai.
"Body, speech, and mind" means "actions, words, and thoughts."
This means that harmony enriches the heart and gives rise to the will to live.
Secret practices refer to correcting one's physical actions, specifically physical training such as joining one's hands together or making mudras (hand positions).
Oral secrecy refers to correcting words and pronunciation, specifically, chanting mantras or mantras (the words of Buddha).
Secret of intention refers to correcting one's mind and thoughts, specifically, "thinking of Buddha in one's mind and meditating on it."
The Significance of the Three Mysteries
The "Three Mysteries" that Kukai taught are a way of life and thinking that anyone can practice in their daily lives, and are said to be a way to become one with the Buddha no matter where you are.
By being aware of and harmonizing all three - body, words, and mind - you will be able to harness the great power to change your life.
It is explained that when actions, words, and heart are in harmony, rather than simply understanding it with one's head, one connects with the power of the universe (truth) and develops the power to change reality.
The Three Mysteries are the training of refining the body, the mouth, and the mind and bringing them into harmony.
It is a universal law that, if you are aware of it and practice it in your daily life, will lead you to a better life.
Live this moment to the fullest
Kukai emphasizes the importance of living by concentrating on the present moment, without being trapped by the past or the future.
Cherishing the present brings vitality to your life.
How to practice it in your daily life
Being grateful
Be mindful of your everyday actions and words
Acting while considering the essence and background of things
It gives us important hints for those of us living in these difficult times and these troubled modern times.
"Change yourself," "We are connected to everything," and "Live your life to the fullest."
By keeping these teachings in mind every day, you will gain the power to live a better life.
The universe is made up of resonances
Kukai perceived the essence of the universe to be "sound (vibration/wave motion)."
Every thought, word, and action that each of us takes resonates in the universe as a vibration.
And those vibrations create reality.
The vibrations of love and gratitude attract the reality of love and gratitude.
That's why getting your inner self in order is the first step to changing your life.
What are the laws of the universe?
The "Law of the Universe" that Kukai preached is the teaching that "everything is connected."
He taught that all existence - people and people, ourselves and nature - is one and inseparably linked.
The universe is the relationship of beings, not something independent.
The world and I are not separate
Everything you think, say and do is one with the movement of the universe itself.
This idea was shocking at the time.
Modern science teaches that matter consists of both particles and waves.
There is a Buddhist term called "Shingon," which is not just a mantra.
It refers to the structure itself which directly expresses the fundamental resonance of the universe.
In other words, the universe is a structure that is born from vibrations, and when these vibrations are combined with the mind, they have meaning.
I realized we were sharing the same vision.
This idea would later shape the space-like feel of "Hellland."
When you breathe in, the air may have been exhaled by someone else.
Your thoughts may be influenced by the words of others in the past.
In this way, we are constantly developing our "inner self" through interaction with the "outer."
What Kukai's teachings convey to the present day
Kukai did not only talk about the mystical world.
Rather,"The truth of the universe only has meaning if it is applied to real life."
He left us with this practical wisdom.
For example, what kind of feelings, words, and actions will you have today?
This will create tomorrow's reality and have a ripple effect on those around us.
There are some wonderful words in "Buddhist Terminology"
- "Dharma realm" refers to the state in which all existence is interconnected and interpenetrating.
[Knowing yourself is knowing the universe]
"It teaches that if you want to know the laws of the universe, you must first look at your own existence.
Your heartbeat
The sound of words
Behavioral Intention
Each and every one of these things, even if invisible to the eye, sends ripples through the universe, causing something to move.
With this understanding, our existence does not become lighter, but rather takes on a "precious weight."
Because you realize that your existence has an impact on the world.
It is at the same timeProof that you are loved and needed by the worldIt is also.”
Your everyday life resonates with the universe
Starting from this moment, let us be conscious of the three C's and emit vibrations of gratitude.
Just by doing this, miraculous changes will come little by little into your life. Kukai's teachings still speak to our souls today.
A life-changing realization
"If you change, the world will change"
Instead of trying to change the people around you, it is important to reexamine your own way of thinking and existence. If you change yourself, the world will start to look different.
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