Why do we do gongyo twice?
Our twice daily practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo and reciting two parts of the Lotus Sutra, referred to as gongyo, is like our daily spiritual workout. It’s how we develop a solid spiritual core to experience genuine happiness and fulfillment despite whatever we are facing at the time. It’s for our happiness.
Why should I do gongyo everyday?
Exerting ourselves in the practice of gongyo each day amounts to what we might call a “spiritual workout.” It purifies our lives, gets our “motors” running, and sets us on the right track. It gets our bodies and our minds moving and sets a good rhythm for the day.
What language is Gongyo?
Japanese Buddhist
Japanese Buddhist liturgy (gongyō) In Japan, gongyo is also sometimes called o-tsutome (お勤め) or shōjin (精進). All three terms are common Japanese words and none is specific to any particular sect or school.
What happens when we chant Daimoku?
So anyone and every one can chant Daimoku with a clear conscience and appreciate its benefits. People who practice this say that the chanting exudes spiritual vibrations which make the person look for a positive change. It is not just this chant but in fact, any chant helps in soothing the person.
What is the significance of Gongyo?
Gongyo refers to the daily practice of reciting two parts of the Lotus Sutra, which most people learn within the first few months of practice. Though beginners might not fully understand what they are studying, Nichiren Daishonin assures us that understanding is not a prerequisite for reaping Buddhism’s benefits.
What is Gongyo?
/ (ˈɡɒnɡjəʊ) / noun. (in Nichiren Buddhism) a ceremony, performed twice a day, involving reciting parts of the Lotus Sutra and chanting the Daimoku to the Gohonzon.
What is written on Gohonzon?
Down the center of the Gohonzon is written Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, and on either side of it are inscribed the names of these buddhas, bodhisattvas and living beings representing various inner states of life, known as the Ten Worlds.
Why do we need Gohonzon?
In essence, the Gohonzon is the mandala that is fully endowed with the Ten Worlds. The Gohonzon represents the life state of the buddha, which is Nam-myoho-renge-kyo itself, eternally endowed with all of the Ten Worlds, as well as the superior attributes inherent in each of these worlds.