Rōhatsu — Glossary Term
Rōhatsu (臘八), translated literally as the 8th day of the 12th lunar month, is a Japanese Buddhist term referring to Bodhi Day, the date some Buddhists celebrate the Buddha’s enlightenment. Many East...
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Meditation cushions at Sojiji.Ango (安居) means “dwelling in peace” or “peaceful dwelling.” From the Sanskrit (vārsika), these are the counterparts to the Indian rainy season retreats which bhikkhus and...
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