What is "mind" in Buddhism? As Rev. Shaun Song so beautifully describes in this dharma talk, "mind" is not merely a description of brain activity. Rather, it is the essential commingling of mind, spirit and true nature -- the impetus for all our actions and experiences. To cultivate its power and depth, wise teachers and sages guide us to focus the mind through sincere practice. https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations
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In this softly unfolding dharma talk, Rev. WonGong contemplates one of Buddhism's most beautiful metaphors: the light of bright wisdom shining from the moon of Truth. While our teachers can point to the moon and its light, it is we practitioners who must find our own way to its Truth. https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations
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The vision of Won Buddhism’s founder, Master Sotaesan, is beautifully fundamental: “All things are of one body and one nature.” With hope and enthusiasm, Rev. ZiYoung Kang shares her contemplation of Sotaesan’s vision in this bright dharma talk and highlights the ways in which it has and could further unfold. https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations
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Four simple words - keep calmly knowing change - has opened the floodgates of inspiration and understanding for our own Pete Warshaw (Won Jee Ho) here at the North Carolina Temple. Listen to learn the powerful meaning behind this simple message. https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations
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Why are the wooden bells found in Buddhist temples in East Asia called "Wooden Fish?" This tiny talk by Rev. WonGong lets you in on the secret! As a bonus, you'll also get pointers on how to avoid getting hooked on tempting thought-bait while meditating! https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations
This year, our Temple is focusing our study on "Doctrine" from the "The Scripture of the Founding Master." Long time practitioner, Michael Macklin (HyoungSan), introduces us to Won Buddhism's essential teachings, which knit together Śākyamuni Buddha's instruction with the truth of Il-Won-Sang (one circle image).
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What, exactly, is Won Buddhism, and how does it contribute to the lives of sentient beings? We already have great religions like Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism. Rev. WonGong elucidates how Won Buddhism synthesizes the best parts of these wisdom traditions into the "Threefold Practice" of Cultivation, Inquiry, and Choice in Action. See just how Il-Won, one circle, symbolizes this practice into a wholistic, "...great Way that reaches everywhere." https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations
While Christmas is a holy day for Christians, it also is a day of deep meaning for non-Christian people as well. In this thoughtful dharma talk, Won Buddhist practitioner, Kathleen Herr (Won HerrJu) explores the beautiful ways in which this holiday can be appreciated and embraced from a Won Buddhist perspective.
Jennifer Gad (Won JaeIn), shares her thoughts on her journey to Won Buddhism and receiving a dharma name. https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations
Anthony Gad (Won SuhJin), shares his thoughts on his journey to Won Buddhism and receiving a dharma name. https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations
Daniel Mattingly (Won DaeJin) shares his thoughts on his journey to Won Buddhism and receiving a dharma name. https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations
What, exactly, is a "DahnJon" (Dantien) and how can it vitalize our meditation? Rev. WonGong translates this Asian concept into a concrete practice that helps us burn our abundant thought-wood in the fireplace of our breathing steam engines. https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations
December Prayer 2022 by Rev. WonGong
The true art of giving is an art defined by joy! In this heartwarming dharma talk, longtime practitioner Nate Jackson (Won JaySon), reflects on his own journey of joy catalyzed by a DANA practice that springs spontaneously from his heart. https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations
Oftentimes, we do not appreciate how gratitude is connected with our original true nature or with impermanence. But, in this happily reflective dharma talk, Rev. Shaun Song highlights these truths and shares how they have unfolded in his life. https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations
Have you ever wondered about how other people experience sitting meditation? Long-time practitioner, Ann Freeman (Won HaeRee) did, and it inspired her to embark on a wonderful journey of discovery by interviewing fellow practitioners to find answers. Listen in and enjoy the tour! https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations
To prepare for death is to prepare for living fully. With a keen eye, longtime practitioner, Paula Sims (Won ShimJin) explores this topic through the lenses of the book, A Year to Live, by Stephen Levine; the Buddhist teaching of the Five Remembrances; and a flock of wild turkeys in her backyard. Each helps her unfurl the power of resistance and the power of gratitude in her life. https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations
"What is the purpose of practice?" Buddhism asserts that suffering, and the path to freedom from suffering is something sentient beings have in common. Rev. ZiYoung introduces a profound practice found in one of Buddhism's pivotal texts, the Diamond Sūtra, which illuminates true nature. https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations
In this wonderfully dynamic dharma talk, Won Buddhist practitioner, Tiffany Heath (Won Dwok Hwa) describes how the Four Great Bodhisattva Vows help her to fully be open and present in her work on behalf of others and not entangled by judging a world she is helping to heal. https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations
Won Dharma Center retreatan, Carol Golin, shares how practicing in nature reenergized the depleted energy she experienced while practicing at home. See how this nature-reset impacted her practice as she now settles back into a daily routine. https://www.wonbuddhismnc.org/donations