The diamond sutra vajracchedika prajnaparamita sutra is one of the prajnaparamita perfection of wisdom sutras of mahayana buddhism. November 07, 2001 diamond cutter sutra pt1 16k version diamond cutter sutra pt2 16k version diamond cutter sutra lung 16k version diamond cutter sutra pt1. A two night lecture in phoenix intro to the diamond cutter, part 1. It is an important buddhist text that has a long and profound history. His holiness the dalai lamas two day teaching on the diamond cutter sutra from bodhgaya, bihar, india on january 2223, 2018. Diamond sutra, first printed book on 11 may 868 ce history.
Vajracchedika prajnaparamita sutra is a mahayana sutra from the prajnaparamita sutras or perfection of wisdom genre. Again in 2010, a student asked rinpoche for advice regarding safety as she was alone and in some dangerous situations. This is the second in a fourpart series based on master kamalashilas commentary on the diamond cutter sutra led by geshe michael roach. November 07, 2001 diamond cutter sutra pt1 16k version diamond cutter sutra pt2 16k version diamond cutter sutra lung 16k version diamond cutter sutra pt1 32k version. From the exalted mahayana sutra on the wisdom gone beyond called the vajra cutter. The opening gatha was composed by thich nhat hanh to precede the translation. The sutra was rediscovered in 1900, in a cave in dunhuang, china. The diamond sutra is the worlds earliest dated printed book. The vajra cutter sutra is a discourse on the buddhist concept of emptiness, the wisdom gone beyond. It is important that whoever goes keeps golden light sutra and diamond cutter sutra actually on their body for protection meaning to print very small, wrap in a cloth and wear as a protection on the body.
The diamond sutra sung in english by night lotus productions. The diamond sutra in sanskrit and english translated from. Benefits of reciting the vajra cutter sutra the vajra cutter sutra is unbelievable. Diamond cutter sutra 3 in the language of india, this teaching is called the arya vajra chedaka nama prajnya paramita mahayana sutra. The diamond sutra is the sutra on nonattachment or the perfection of wisdom. With a unique combination of ancient and contemporary wisdom from the tibetan buddhist tradition, the diamond cutter presents readers with empowering strategies for success in their work and personal lives. Day 2 of his holiness the dalai lamas two day teaching on the diamond cutter sutra from bodhgaya, bihar, india on january 2223, 2018.
Diamond sutra, sanskrit vajraccedikasutra diamond cutter sutra, brief and very popular mahayana buddhist text widely used in east asia and perhaps the best known of the 18 smaller wisdom texts that together with their commentaries are known as the prajnaparamita perfection of wisdom. Drawing on lessons he learned in the diamond business and years in buddhist. In this original video version, the voice is only one male reading. Some very funny parts to this talk and some excellent evocations of rigorous dharma practice as part of the everyday business of life. How the direct perception of emptiness is accomplished, what happens after the direct perception of emptiness, how understanding emptiness leads to the destruction of mental afflictions, how the. Translated into a variety of languages over a broad geographic range, the diamond sutra is one of the most influential mahayana sutras in east asia, and it is particularly prominent within the chan or zen tradition, along with the. The diamond sutra by abhaya 2003 this is a gem of a talk from abhaya.
One day, at the time for breaking fast, the worldhonored enrobed, and carrying his bowl made his way into the great city of. The diamond sutra the diamond that cuts through illusion a new translation in english by alex johnson read by chris johnys. In his book, he describes how he successfully applied this classic wisdom to his modern business and in the note, well take a look at some of my favorite big ideasincluding the fact that the. This sutra appears in thich nhat hanh, chanting from the.
It is one of the most profitable practices, because the root of all sufferings, yours and others, is the ignorance holding the i as truly existent, even though it is empty of that. Diamond sutra a new translation of the classic buddhist text. It is so valuable to lay practitioners because it gives profound and yet practical advice for conducting your daily life and also for helping others. Feb 27, 2020 the diamond sutra is one of the most important sutras in mahayana buddhism. No one is sure who wang jie was or why he had the diamond sutra printed. The diamondcutter sutra level 1 of middleway philosophy madhyamika. Diamond cutter sutra oral transmission and teachings. Translated into a variety of languages over a broad geographic range, the diamond sutra is one of the most influential mahayana sutras in east asia, and it is particularly prominent within the chan or zen tradition, along with the h. In the language of tibet, it is called the pakpa sherab kyi parultu chinpa dorje chupa shejawa tekpa chenpoy do.
Along with the heart sutra, the diamond cutter sutra is one of most wellknown prajnaparimita scriptures in the mahayana. As a star, a visual aberration, a lamp, an illusion, dew. Jan 22, 2018 the diamond cutter sutra january 22, 2018 share bodhgaya, bihar, india when his holiness the dalai lama arrived at the kalachakra maidan this morning, he was greeted as usual by thousands of smiling faces and folded hands. Usnisa vijaya dharani sutra purifying all evil paths uttara sutta uttara the devas son utthana sutta on vigilance v vagrakkhedika sutta the diamond cutter vajira sutta sister vajira vajjiya sutta about vajjiya vajrasamadhi sutra the diamond absorption sutra valahaka sutta thunderheads vammika sutta the simile of the ant hill. The diamond cutter sutra level 1 of middleway philosophy madhyamika. Mar 24, 2017 check out diamond cutter sutra by ix on amazon music. In addition to the actual text of the diamond sutra this web site provides a diamond sutra background page which explains the origins of the diamond sutra and information about how this new translation was done. The first is a translation of selections from the diamond sutra itself, an ancient text comprised of conversations between the buddha and his close disciple subhuti. Video versions of the diamond sutra diamond sutra a. His holiness speaks in tibetan with an english translation. All living creatures of whatever class, born from eggs, from wombs, from moisture, or by transformation, whether with form or without form, whether in a state of thinking or exempt from thoughtnecessity, or wholly beyond all thought realmsall these. The diamond cutter ebook by geshe michael roach rakuten kobo. Pakpa sherab kyi paroltu chinpa dorje chupa shejawa tekpa chenpoy do.
Watch dalai lamas diamond cutter sutra english translation on. The diamond sutra translation and commentary by master hsuan huabtts but if you know how to observe yourself, you will discover your real nature, the primordial state, the state of guruyoga, and then all will become clear because you will have discovered everything. Shaun, a website visitor from hong kong, was inspired to make a video version of. It is a key object of devotion and study in zen buddhism. Sep 01, 2009 the first is a translation of selections from the diamond sutra itself, an ancient text comprised of conversations between the buddha and his close disciple subhuti. Heart, diamond and lankavatara sutras download pdf ebook. The diamond cutter sutra also known as the diamond sutra or the vajra cutter sutra is a discourse on the buddhist concept of emptiness or wisdom gone beyond. Well, subhuti, equally incalculable is the merit of the bodhisattva who practises charity without any attachment to appearances. The diamond sutra is one of the most important sutras in mahayana buddhism. Vajracchedika prajnaparamita sutra, diamond cutter perfection of greater wisdom sutra is a key mahayana. This mobile application allows you to read the diamond sutra in a convenient and accessible form with audio reciting.
Diamond sutra is short for the diamondcutter sutra, which is, in turn short for. I studied this book on and off for 6 months and i will continue to come back to it as being definitive on the subject. On the other hand, if anyone received and retained even only four lines of this discourse and. Live webcasts of his holiness the dalai lamas two day teaching on the diamond cutter sutra from bodhgaya, bihar, india on january 2223, 2018. Shaun, a website visitor from hong kong, was inspired to make a video version of this new translation of the diamond sutra. That, of course, is putting it simply, as only buddhists can do. Bhagavan sravastyam viharati sma jetavanenathapindadasyaarame mahata bhiksusamghena sarddham ardhatrayodasabhir. Vajra cutter sutra mp3 download this sutra is known as the vajra cutter sutra for its ability to cut off the afflicted obstructions and the subtle obstructions to omniscience, which are as difficult to destroy as the vajra. May 12, 2016 diamond sutra, first printed book on 11 may 868 ce may 12, 2016 diamond sutra sanskrit. The diamond cutter by geshe michael roach philosophersnotes.
His holiness speaks in tibetan with an english translation available. The diamond sutra in sanskrit and english translated from the. Five things to know about the diamond sutra, the worlds. Homage to the perfection of wisdom, the lovely, the holy. Furthermore, subhuti, any plot of land on which this sutra is proclaimed, even if only one gatha of four lines, will be a land where gods, men, and asuras will come to make offerings just as they make offerings to a stupa of the buddha. Video versions of the diamond sutra diamond sutra a new. The vajra cutter sutra also known as diamond cutter sutra or diamond sutra is one of most wellknown sutras of mahayana buddhism. Subhuti, all the bodhisattvaheroes should discipline their thoughts as follows. With his customary dry wit and sharp eye he leads us on the crazy paving path through the diamond sutra a text guaranteed to turn your world upsidedown.
Access the fpmt website for the latest translations in many languages, a special dedication written by lama zopa rinpoche, and rinpoches teaching on the benefits of reciting this. The diamond perfection of wisdom sutra chanted sung by kumuda. Considered a central work by buddhists throughout the world, the diamond sutra has been the focus of much interpretation over the centuries. His holiness will speak in tibetan with an english translation available. Screen shot of video version of diamond sutra video by saun fong, hong kong.
It is important that whoever goes keeps golden light sutra and diamond cutter sutra actually on their body for protection. It is one of the most profitable practices, because the root of all sufferings, yours and others, is the ignorance holding i as truly existent even though it is empty of that. Furthermore, according to the buddhas own words in the sutra. The vajra cutter sutra also known as diamond cutter sutra or diamond. It is called diamond because vajra means both lightning and diamond. The diamond sutra and the sutra of huineng by huineng. Movie stars are impermanent too bbcorner by sravasti abbey. Geshe michael roach, one of the great teachers today of tibetan buddhism, has richly woven the diamond cutter in three layers. Some very funny parts to this talk and some excellent evocations of rigorous dharma practice as part of the everyday. Subhuti, bodhisattvas should persevere onepointedly in this instruction. To download an mp3 file directly to your hard disk, right click on a link below and use the command save target as.
The wise michael roach was an undercover buddhist monk who used a classic sutra from buddhism called the diamond cutter to build a diamond business. The diamond sutra translation and commentary by master hsuan huabtts but if you know how to observe yourself, you will discover your real nature, the primordial state, the state of guruyoga, and then all will become clear because you will have discovered everything namkhai norbu rinpoche. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on youtube. A two night lecture in phoenix youtube intro to the diamond cutter, part 1. The diamond cutter sutra january 22, 2018 share bodhgaya, bihar, india when his holiness the dalai lama arrived at the kalachakra maidan this morning, he was greeted as usual by thousands of smiling faces and folded hands. A general explanation of the vajra prajna paramita sutra. In the english language, it is called the diamond cutter, an exalted sutra of the greater way on the perfection of wisdom. The diamond sutra in sanskrit and english translated from the sanskrit by edward conze om namo bhagavatyai aryaprajnaparamitayai. May 11, 2016 no one is sure who wang jie was or why he had the diamond sutra printed. A copy of the chinese version of diamond sutra, found among the dunhuang manuscripts in the early 20th. Mp3 download recited by lama zopa rinpoche through the foundation store.
May 05, 20 the diamond perfection of wisdom sutra chanted sung by kumuda. Day 1 of his holiness the dalai lamas two day teaching on the diamond cutter sutra from bodhgaya, bihar, india on january 2223, 2018. Other buddhist books offer you a path to happiness, geshe michael roach offers a path to wealth. This course is based upon the diamond cutter sutra vajrachedika by shakyamuni buddha, along with the only known native tibetan commentary, by chone lama drakpa shedrup 16751748. This course is based upon the diamondcutter sutra vajrachedika by shakyamuni buddha, along with the only known native tibetan commentary, by chone lama drakpa shedrup 16751748. Known also as the vajra cutter, a discourse on the wisdom gone beyond, it is a succinct text explaining the ultimate view of reality. Access the fpmt website for the latest translations in many languages, a special dedication written by lama zopa rinpoche, and rinpoches teaching on the benefits of reciting this sutra. Jan 23, 2018 day 2 of his holiness the dalai lamas two day teaching on the diamond cutter sutra from bodhgaya, bihar, india on january 2223, 2018. The perfection of wisdom text that cuts through ignorance like a thunder bolt lightning.
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