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Bright On Buddhism

Nicholas Bright Haight

Welcome to Bright on Buddhism, a podcast where we discuss and explain topics of Buddhism in a casual, conversational, question and answer setting. My name is Nick Bright, scholar of East Asian Buddhism. I am currently studying for my Master’s degree in Religion at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, where I am specializing in pre-modern Japanese Buddhist architecture history. I have researched topics such as Japanese Buddhist responses to the Covid-19 pandemic, Buddhist Haiku poetry, and

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00:21:15

Who is Vasubandhu?

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/11/22

Bright on Buddhism - Episode 98 - Who is Vasubandhu? What were some of his views? How did he affect Buddhism in East Asia? Resources: David J. Kalupahana, The Principles of Buddhist Psychology, State University of New York Press, Albany, 1987, pp 173–192.; Francis H. Cook, Three Texts on Consciousness Only, Numata Center for Buddhist Translation and Research, Berkeley, 1999, pp 371–383 ("Thirty Verses on Consciousness Only") and pp 385–408 ("Twenty Verses on Consciousness Only"); Erich

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00:24:36

Kōan Series - Jōshū's "Wash Your Bowls"

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/11/15

Bright on Buddhism - Kōan Series Episode 11 - Jōshū's "Wash Your Bowls"Hello and welcome to a new episode of the Kōan Series. In this series, we will read and discuss real Buddhist kōans to try and better understand them. We hope you enjoy. Resources: Episode 10 - https://anchor.fm/brightonbuddhism/episodes/What-is-Zen-Buddhism-e1a2sm2 Episode 18 - https://anchor.fm/brightonbuddhism/episodes/What-is-the-Buddhist-philosophy-of-speech--language--and-words-e1dgqu9 Episode 32 -

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01:32:27

Laṅkāvatāra Sūtra - Chapter 2 Part 3

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/11/08

Bright on Buddhism - Laṅkāvatāra Sūtra - Chapter 2 Part 3Join us as we read and discuss Chapter 2 of DT Suzuki's translation of the Laṅkāvatāra Sūtra! Resources: Lindtner, Christian (1992). The Lankavatarasutra in Early Indian Madhyamaka Literature, Copenhagen. Asiatische Studien, XLV, 1, pp. 244–279.; Nanjio, Bunyiu. ed. (1923). The Laṅkāvatāra sūtra, Kyoto: Otani University Press, pp. VIII-IX (Skt. edition); Sutton, Florin G. (1991). Existence and enlightenment in the Laṅkāvatāra-sūtra: a study

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00:29:25

3 Very Short Sutras

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/11/01

Bright on Buddhism - Join us as we read and discuss 3 Very Short Sutras: the Ñanamoli Thera translation of the Anatta-lakkhana Sutta, then the Thanissaro Bhikku translation of the Kaccānagotta Sutta, and then finally, the a-sutra.Resources: Kalupahana, David J. (1986). Nāgārjuna: The Philosophy of the Middle Way. State University of New York Press.; Mendis, N.K.G. (tr., ed.) (1979). On the No-self Characteristic: The Anatta-lakkhana Sutta (The Wheel No. 268). Kandy: Buddhist Publication Society

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00:23:59

What is satori in Buddhism?

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/10/25

Bright on Buddhism - Episode 97 - What is satori in Buddhism? What happens when one attains it? How does one attain it?Resources: Kapleau, Philip (1989). The Three Pillars of Zen: Teaching, Practice, and Enlightenment. New York: Anchor Books. ISBN 978-0-385-26093-0.; McRae, John R. (2003). Seeing Through Zen: Encounter, Transformation, and Genealogy in Chinese Chan Buddhism. The University Press Group Ltd. ISBN 978-0-520-23798-8.; Suzuki, D. T. (1994a) [1934]. An Introduction to Zen Buddhism. Grove

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00:30:12

How ought we understand suicide in Buddhism?

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/10/18

Bright on Buddhism - Episode 96 - How ought we understand suicide in Buddhism? When is it acceptable and unacceptable and why? How has this interacted with and been influenced by culture? Content warning - This episode contains heavy and potentially graphic discussions of suicide. Listener discretion is advised. If you or somebody you know has suicidal thoughts, ideation, or behaviors, you can call, text, or chat with 988 if you live in the US, or with your local suicide hotline if you live

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01:23:12

Laṅkāvatāra Sūtra - Chapter 2 Part 2

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/10/11

Bright on Buddhism - Laṅkāvatāra Sūtra - Chapter 2 Part 2Join us as we read and discuss Chapter 2 of DT Suzuki's translation of the Laṅkāvatāra Sūtra! Resources: Lindtner, Christian (1992). The Lankavatarasutra in Early Indian Madhyamaka Literature, Copenhagen. Asiatische Studien, XLV, 1, pp. 244–279.; Nanjio, Bunyiu. ed. (1923). The Laṅkāvatāra sūtra, Kyoto: Otani University Press, pp. VIII-IX (Skt. edition); Sutton, Florin G. (1991). Existence and enlightenment in the Laṅkāvatāra-sūtra: a

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00:28:01

Research Project Series - The Icchantika Problem in...

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/10/04

Bright on Buddhism - Research Project Series - The Icchantika Problem in BuddhismJoin me as I discuss the Icchantika problem in Buddhism. Resources: Gethin, Rupert. He who sees dhamma sees dhammas: dhamma in early buddhism (2004); Huineng, Platform Sūtra, Dahui Zonggao (1089-1163), Eihei Dōgen (1200-1253); Sponberg, Alan. “The Trisvabhāva Doctrine in India and China.” Ryukoku Daigaku Bukkyo; Bunka Kenkyujo Kiyo 22, 97–119. (1982); Stone, Jacqueline I. Original Enlightenment and the Transformation

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00:25:02

Buddhish 17 - Questions/Assumptions I Get As a...

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/09/27

Bright on Buddhism - Buddhish Episode 17 - Questions/Assumptions I Get As a Buddhist Studies ScholarJoin me as I mention and dismantle many of the assumptions and questions I always get as a religious studies scholar specializing in Buddhism. Do you have a question about Buddhism that you'd like us to discuss? Let us know by tweeting to us @BrightBuddhism, emailing us at Bright.On.Buddhism@gmail.com, or joining us on our discord server, Hidden Sangha https://discord.gg/tEwcVpu! Credits: Nick

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01:32:47

Laṅkāvatāra Sūtra - Chapter 2 Part 1

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/09/20

Bright on Buddhism - Laṅkāvatāra Sūtra - Chapter 2 Part 1Join us as we read and discuss Chapter 1 of DT Suzuki's translation of the Laṅkāvatāra Sūtra! Resources: Lindtner, Christian (1992). The Lankavatarasutra in Early Indian Madhyamaka Literature, Copenhagen. Asiatische Studien, XLV, 1, pp. 244–279.; Nanjio, Bunyiu. ed. (1923). The Laṅkāvatāra sūtra, Kyoto: Otani University Press, pp. VIII-IX (Skt. edition); Sutton, Florin G. (1991). Existence and enlightenment in the Laṅkāvatāra-sūtra: a

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01:16:34

Buddhish 16 - The Matrix as Buddhist

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/09/13

Bright on Buddhism - Buddhish Episode 16 - The Matrix as BuddhistJoin us as we analyze the famous 1999 sci-fi movie The Matrix as containing Buddhist elements, allegories, and motifs. Do you have a question about Buddhism that you'd like us to discuss? Let us know by tweeting to us @BrightBuddhism, emailing us at Bright.On.Buddhism@gmail.com, or joining us on our discord server, Hidden Sangha https://discord.gg/tEwcVpu! Credits: Nick Bright: Script, Cover Art, Music, Voice of Hearer,

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00:21:10

Do Buddhists reject the world?

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/09/06

Bright on Buddhism - Episode 95 - Do Buddhists reject the world? Do Buddhists believe that life is nothing but suffering? Are Buddhists fatalists or nihilists?Resources: Davis, Bret W. 2004. "Zen After Zarathustra: The Problem of the Will in the Confrontation Between Nietzsche and Buddhism." Journal of Nietzsche Studies 28:89–138. p. 107.; Amaro, Ajahn (7 May 2015) [2008]. "A Dhamma article by Ajahn Amaro – The View from the Centre". Amaravati Buddhist Monastery. Archived from

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00:24:08

How ought we understand sex in Buddhism?

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/08/30

Bright on Buddhism - Episode 94 - How ought we understand sex in Buddhism? What is the meaning and significance of the doctrine prohibiting sexual indiscretion? How have understandings of this doctrine changed over time?Resources: Lang, Karen C. (June 2015). Mittal, Sushil (ed.). "When the Vindhya Mountains Float in the Ocean: Some Remarks on the Lust and Gluttony of Ascetics and Buddhist Monks". International Journal of Hindu Studies. 19 (1/2). Boston: Springer Verlag: 171–192.

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01:32:54

Laṅkāvatāra Sūtra - Chapter 1

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/08/23

Bright on Buddhism - Laṅkāvatāra Sūtra - Chapter 1Join us as we read and discuss Chapter 1 of DT Suzuki's translation of the Laṅkāvatāra Sūtra! Resources: Lindtner, Christian (1992). The Lankavatarasutra in Early Indian Madhyamaka Literature, Copenhagen. Asiatische Studien, XLV, 1, pp. 244–279.; Nanjio, Bunyiu. ed. (1923). The Laṅkāvatāra sūtra, Kyoto: Otani University Press, pp. VIII-IX (Skt. edition); Sutton, Florin G. (1991). Existence and enlightenment in the Laṅkāvatāra-sūtra: a study in

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00:22:25

Asian Religions Series - Daoism Part 1

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/08/16

Bright on Buddhism - Asian Religions Series - Daoism Part 1Hello and welcome to the Asian religions series. In this series, we will be discussing religious traditions in Asia other than Buddhism. Buddhism never existed in a vacuum, and as it has spread all across East Asia, it has developed, localized, and syncretized with local traditions in fascinating and significant ways. As such, we cannot provide a complete picture of East Asian without discussing those local traditions such as they were and

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00:22:32

What is Risshō Kōsei Kai?

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/08/09

Bright on Buddhism - Episode 93 - What is Risshō Kōsei Kai? What are its doctrinal roots? What are its historical origins?Resources: Anderson, Richard W. (1994). "Risshō Kōseikai and the Bodhisattva way: Religious ideals, conflict, gender, and status". Japanese Journal of Religious Studies. 21 (2–3): 312–337. doi:10.18874/jjrs.21.2-3.1994.311-337.; Gerlitz, Peter, "Die Rissho Kosei-kai und ihre Assimilation im Westen", in: Michael Pye, Renate Stegerhoff (eds.), Religion in

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00:21:38

Kōan Series - Hyakujō and The Fox

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/08/02

Bright on Buddhism - Kōan Series Episode 10 - Hyakujō and The FoxHello and welcome to a new episode of the Kōan Series. In this series, we will read and discuss real Buddhist kōans to try and better understand them. We hope you enjoy. Resources: Episode 10 - https://anchor.fm/brightonbuddhism/episodes/What-is-Zen-Buddhism-e1a2sm2 Episode 18 - https://anchor.fm/brightonbuddhism/episodes/What-is-the-Buddhist-philosophy-of-speech--language--and-words-e1dgqu9 Episode 32 -

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01:21:17

Longer Sukhāvatīvyūha Sutra - Part 1

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/07/26

Bright on Buddhism - Longer Pure Land Sutra - Part 1Join us as we read and discuss Part 1 of the Hisao Inagaki translation of the Longer Pure Land Sutra! Resources: Gomez, Luis, trans. (1996), The Land of Bliss: The Paradise of the Buddha of Measureless Light: Sanskrit and Chinese Versions of the Sukhavativyuha Sutras, Honolulu: University of Hawaii Press; Inagaki, Hisao, trans. (2003), The Three Pure Land Sutras (PDF), Berkeley: Numata Center for Buddhist Translation and Research, ISBN

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00:24:12

What is suchness?

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/07/19

Bright on Buddhism - Episode 92 - What is suchness? How ought we understand it? How have understandings of it changed over time?Resources: Buswell; Lopez (2014), The Princeton Dictionary of Buddhism; Robinson, Richard H. (1957). "Some Logical Aspects of Nagarjuna's System". Philosophy East & West. 6 (4): 306. doi:10.2307/1397476. JSTOR 1397476.; Endō, Asai (2014). "The Lotus Sutra as the Core of Japanese Buddhism: Shifts in Representations of its Fundamental Principle"

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00:22:13

What is Buddhist pilgrimage?

Bright On Buddhism ·

2024/07/12

Bright on Buddhism - Episode 91 - What is Buddhist pilgrimage? What is the purpose of Buddhist pilgrimage? What are characteristics of Buddhist pilgrimage stories?Resources: McLachlan, Craig (1997). Tales of a Summer Henro. Tokyo: Yohan Publications. ISBN 4-89684-257-X.; Okamoto, Ryosuke (2019). Pilgrimages in the Secular Age: From El Camino to Anime. Tokyo: Japan Publishing Industry Foundation for Culture.; Reader, Ian (2005). Making Pilgrimages: Meaning and Practice in Shikoku. Honolulu:

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