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The Bodhisattva Ideal

Open Sky Zen by Open Sky Zen

Apr 19, 201425:38Religion & Spirituality

Mahayana Buddhism is greatly characterized by the bodhisattva ideal. This approach to Buddhist practice stresses the importance of not only attaining enlightenment for ourselves, but also striving to help all other being...

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