NAM
The word nam derives from Sanskrit, a close translation of its meaning is "to devote oneself." Nichiren established the chanting of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo as a means to enable all people to put their lives in harmony or rhythm with the law of life, or Dharma. In the original Sanskrit, nam indicates the elements of action and attitude, and refers therefore to the correct action one needs to take and the attitude one needs to develop in order to attain Buddhahood in this lifetime.
MYOHO
Myoho literally means the Mystic Law, and expresses the relationship between the life inherent in the universe and the many different ways this life expresses itself. Myo refers to the very essence of life, which is "invisible" and beyond intellectual understanding. This essence always expresses itself in a tangible form (ho) that can be apprehended by the senses. Phenomena (ho) are changeable, but pervading all such phenomena is a constant reality known as myo.
RENGE
Renge means lotus flower. The lotus blooms and produces seeds at the same time, and thus represents the simultaneity of cause and effect. The circumstances and quality of our individual lives is determined by the particular of causes and effects, both good and bad, that we accumulate (through our thoughts, words and actions) at each moment. This is called our "karma". The law of cause and effect explains that we each have personal responsibility for our own destiny. We create our destiny and we can change it. The most powerful cause we can make is to chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, the effect of Buddhahood is simultaneously created in the depths of our life and will definitely manifest in time.
The lotus flower grows and blooms in a muddy pond, and yet remains pristine and free from any defilement, symbolizing the emergence of Buddhahood from within the life of an ordinary person.
KYO
Kyo literally means sutra, the voice or teaching of a Buddha. In this sense, it also means sound, rhythm or vibration. Also, the Chinese character for kyo originally meant the warp a piece of woven cloth, symbolizing the continuity of life throughout past, present and future. In a broad sense, kyo conveys the concept that all things in the universe are a manifestation of the Mystic Law.
PRIMARY PRACTICE
Chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the primary practice of SGI members. Through this practice, one is able to reveal the state of Buddhahood in one's life, experienced as the natural development of joy, increased vitality, courage, wisdom and compassion.
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Your invited to come celebrate my 30th birthday with me! Hit me up for the guestlist and if you have any questions! Feel free to froward this info.
Hope to see you there!
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WEEKEND #1 (February 6th & 7th)
WHEN: Friday, February 6, 2009 WHERE: Roxy Lawrence – 381 Essex St., Lawrence, MA TIME: 10:30pm – 2:00am AGE: 21+ Everyone DRESS CODE: Proper – NO sneakers, timbs, hats! Jeans OK & Designer T-shirts OK for guys COVER: Ladies FREE B4 11pm $15 after / Guys $15 all night not on guestlist (updated) GUESTLIST: My Bday Guestlist – $5 until 12:00am (Say u’r on Victor’s list 4 Melissa’s bday) PLEASE NOTE: Send me your first & last names (you & your friends) by 4pm Friday, Feb 6! There is FREE street parking so get there early!
WHEN: Saturday, February 7, 2009 WHERE: STIX Restaurant & Lounge – 35 Stanhope St., Boston TIME: 10:30pm – 2:00am AGE: 21+ Everyone DRESS CODE: Proper - NO sneakers, timbs, hats, athletic wear! Jeans OK COVER: $15 regular price / $10 on WBOP Guestlist GUESTLIST: My Bday Guestlist – Reduced PLEASE NOTE: Send me your first & last names (you & your friends) by 4pm Friday, Feb 6! & Get there early! Valet parking & $9 parking in Back Bay Garage!
Here's the deal for this weekend! Hit me up if you down! Come out n party! Feel free to forward to your friends! For those of you who have my # it's still the same. If you don't hollaaaa! lol Let me know if u have any questions!
Melissa
FRIDAY - ROXY (BOSTON) Details on flier below
SATURDAY - TABU (SAUGUS) Details on flier below- Also celebrating one of the girls b-days! Happy B-day Diara!
SUNDAY - WHISKEY PARK (BOSTON) Details below flier
WHERE : Whisk ey Park - 64 Arlin gton St.Bosto n WHEN: Sunda y, Octob er 12, 2008 AGE: 21+ COVER : $10 on guest list til 12am / $15 regul ar and after 12am DRESS CODE: Prope r - Jeans & sneak ers ok! Must look crisp ! No scrub s! lol NO hats/ athle tic gear/ boots ! GUEST LIST: Reply to me with your full name and the names of your frien d by 4: 30pm Frida y Oct 10 $10 befor e $ 12am / $15 after 12am
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