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Ikeda Wisdom Academy Exam 2 WLS Vol 5 Review
Ikeda Wisdom Academy Exam 2 WLS Vol 5 Review
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Why is this phrase called the twenty-four character Lotus Sutra?
it represents the very end of the Lotus Sutra
it represents the entirety of the Lotus Sutra in miniature
tho different in wording, the meaning is the same as NMRK
it shows the Lotus Sutra cliff notes
2
In regards to shakubuku, what is the relationship between courage and compassion?
Compassion is more important than courage
Neither will get you into the Buddhaland
Courage and compassion are like two sides of the same coin
Courage is more important than compassion
3
The term
bodhisattva-Buddha
refers to: even after attaining enlightenment, Shakyamuni...
shows the world the only way to become respected
still maintained a sense of entitlement
continued to exist as a human being
was able to transition between Buddhas
4
Ikeda says in regards to sharing Buddhism, we receive benefits...
based on the writings of Nichiren
based on how many offerings we make
based on whether they start practicing
based on efforts to enable others to hear of the mystic law
5
The mentor's sole prayer is for kosen-rufu, so spreading Buddhism is an example of
growing the mentor's political base
truly repaying one's debt of gratitude to the mentor
Flattering the mentor
surpassing the mentor
6
Out of the 3 ways of understanding the sutra(words, teaching, intent), intent is most important
b/c one can get caughtup in provisional teachings without it
all of the above
b/c teachings are dry without it
b/c words don't mean much
7
Nichiren and Shakyamuni were religious revolutionaries because
they said people exists for the sake of Buddhism
they said Buddhism exists for the sake of the people
none of the above
they opposed religious leaders
8
The rhythm of human revolution refers to...?
from the world of hell to heaven and back to hell
from daily life to Gongyo back to daily life
from real world to realm of eternal life back to real world
from Eagle Peak to Ceremony in the Air back to Eagle Peak
9
What does
distinction in benefit
mean?
the ten worlds have different benefits
universal goals
benefits are unique to each person depending on their faith
each group of people have unique challenges
10
How do we win with the spirit of Bodhisattva Never Disparaging?
stay focused on becoming better than negative people
stay confident in the Buddhahood of each person
remain passive in every situtation
none of the above
11
A "Teacher of the Law"
is a person who?
practices civil law
takes the Law as their teacher and teaches other about it
propagates the teaching as well as practices themselves
earnestly devotes themselves to Buddhist practice
12
Who is entrusted with receiving the transmission of the "Supernatural Powers" chapter?
Only Bodhisattva Superior Practices
The Bodhisattvas of the Earth
Bodhisattva Medicine King
None of the above
13
In the Lotus Sutra, what does the phrase "roars like a lion" refer to?
oneness of mentor and disciple- roaring together.
stand alone spirit
the world of animality
powerful lungs
14
The rhythm of human revolution alternates between what two actions?
the "seeking the Way" and "guiding living beings"
the "image of self" and "image of others"
the "theoretical teaching" and "essential teaching"
the "propagating" and "transmission" of the Law
15
Helping human beings in how they should live and conduct themselves refers to?
Shakyamuni's purpose appearing in the world as a human being
following universal rules
The Essence of Buddhism
The way of life of Bodhisattva Never Disparaging
16
An example of Buddhism from effect (Buddhahood) to cause (9 worlds) would be
helping others after becoming wealthy
providing others with fortune and wisdom right away
teaching others after receiving PhD
giving back to community after becoming famous
17
What is clarified in the chapter "Benefits of Responding With Joy?"
Great benefit occurs from encouraging others to practice
the happier you are, the wealthier you are
We get great benefit as much as we jofully exert ourselves
music and art are joyful responses
18
Ikeda states that the Mystic Law is the original seed of enlightenment-Why is this significant?
seed of Buddhahood in our hearts develops fortune and wisdom
enlightenment starts small
A tiny seed contains the necessary elements for a 100ft tree
all of the above
19
Buddhist optimism
means?
believing in one's ability to struggle against any obstacle
camoflauging pessimism until we win
Positive meditation
caring for only buddhists
20
What is considered "supreme benefit" in Buddhism?
doing one's human revolution
good karma
attaining Buddhahood
true weakness
21
"Benefit of the 50th person" means...If we joyfully share Buddhism from person to person
only 50 people recieve immeasurable benefit.
all of the above
even the 50th person recieves immeasurable benefit.
the 51st person receives measurable benefit
22
T or F: Shakyamuni handed down the Law so Superior Practices could finally become a Buddha.
False
True
23
"The Lotus Sutra is not great because it was expounded by Shakyamuni; rather"
Only those that fully comprehend the LS are Buddhas
Shakyamuni was never a Buddha
Shakyamuni is the Buddha because he expounded the LS
anyone who expounds the LS is a Buddha
24
T or F: Purification of the six senses in modern terms means human revolution
False
True
25
Complete this quote
heart of the lion king
the taiko drums with courage and persistence
bodhisattva way and will then be able to attain Buddhahood
teaching and become my disciples
26
Why does Superior Practices appear as a bodhisattva?
to not contradict a traditional idea-1 Buddha in each world
He cannot attain Buddhahood
it means the cause(9worlds) contains the effect(Buddhahood)
He has two roles
27
Nichiren says common mortals are the "true Buddha." How does he overturn past Buddhist thought?
He says common mortals can become Buddha's after time
He says a mortal's existence is predicated on a Buddha's
He says a Buddha's existence is predicated on common mortals
He says common mortals are not subordinate to the Buddha
28
Transmission refers to?
the most important part of your vehicle
entrusting disciples with the teaching and spreading it
the essential piece in your message being sent
the interconnection between love and hate
29
The ceremony of transmission signifies
the passing of the Law from Buddhahood to the 9 worlds
there is no such thing as a Buddha apart from the 9 worlds
the common mortal is a Buddha
the simultaneity of cause and effect
30
Having prayers "of the same mind as Nichiren" means
practicing only for others
having beggar's faith
practice earnestly-the Gohonzon has a duty to supply benefit
cherish the same determination for kosen-rufu
31
What does the "Entrustment" chapter teach?
disciples strive to actualize the mentor's vision
pledge to shoulder the hard work of propagating the Law
The connection between mentor and disciple
How to let go and trust people
