法鼓山之美IIThe Beauty of Dharma Drum Mountain法華之美‧溪流之美The Beauty of the Lotus Bell and Streams一進入法鼓山世界佛教教育園區,便能感受到人間淨土的力量。每一處都充滿悠然禪味,每一步都讓人感到安心自在,可以靜觀天地萬物的蓬勃生機,體驗清淨心靈,這便是最自然的境教陶冶。Enter the Dharma Drum Mountain World Center for Buddhist Education, where you can feel the power of a pure land on earth. Where every inch of ground is infused with the flavor of Chan, and every step brings peace and ease. Contemplate the vitality of nature, and experience a purity of soul, in the most natural environment for personal learning and cultivation.1.法華之美The Beauty of the Lotus Bell矗立在法鼓山的法華鐘,是整部《法華經》的縮影,融合了古今名家的書法和繪畫藝術,堪稱傳統工藝與現代科技的完美結合,古樸莊重,不僅是法鼓山的鎮山之寶,也是世界級的藝術創作作品。Situated on Dharma Drum Mountain, the Lotus Bell, cast with the entire text of the Lotus Sutra, features calligraphy and painting by prominent artists in a perfect marriage of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology. Simple and dignified, it is a treasure of Dharma Drum Mountain and a world-class work of art. 2.溪流之美Beauty of the Streams法鼓山園區有法印溪和曹源溪雙溪環抱,匯流成龍溪,淙淙溪水,終年不竭。法鼓山不但以護岸工程保護山林野溪,並巧用溪流沖刷而下的石塊布置園區,形成渾然天成美景。無論是聽溪、觀瀑、賞水、經行、禪坐,都是體驗生活禪味的絕佳場景。The Dharma Drum Mountain complex is surrounded by the sound of Fayin Stream and Caoyuan Stream, which converge to form Dragon Stream. Dharma Drum Mountain has preserved the forest and streams with a river-bank protection project, and used stones washed down by the streams to create a beautifully natural and scenic landscape. Whether listening to the stream, watching the waterfalls, admiring the water, or sitting in meditation on a rock, the complex is an ideal environment to experience Chan in daily life.
Buddhism suggests that it is possible to investigate the nature of reality ourselves; but to do so one needs to differentiate definitive teachings from those of interpretable meaning. William Magee’s book, Paths to Omniscience, discusses a number of topics related to the interpretation of scripture according to Dzong-ka-ba, Jam-yang-shay-ba, Nga-w?ng-bel-den, and other great scholars of the Geluk world. Paths to Omniscience also addresses the Geluk approach to the practice of hermeneutics. Even within the lineage itself, scholars have not always agreed about interpretation of scripture. Paths to Omniscience describes intricate maneuvers enlivening the spirited controversies of these emminent Lamas. Paths to Omniscience also includes translations of thirty annotations from Nga-w?ng-bel-den’s Annotations for (Jam-yang-shay-ba’s) "Great Exposition of Tenets". These annotations show how diverse and wide-ranging a great commentarial author can be in his treatment of the basic text. Far from being mere footnotes to Jam-yang-shay-ba, the Annotations can instead be viewed as a seminar on his Great Exposition of Tenets.
Master Sheng-Yen has devoted much of his life to spreading the teachings of Chinese Buddhism—a practice that antedates the more familiar Japanese and Tibetan traditions—throughout the world. He became known in the United States after he began founding meditation centers here in 1980. Now in his late seventies, he tells the remarkable story of his life and spiritual education in FOOTPRINTS IN THE SNOW. From descriptions of the private world of Buddhist masters to first-hand accounts of Chinese history, it is a rare document that is both an important look at China’s past and a compelling spiritual journey across a lifetime.Sheng-Yen’s story is of a life lived in the last years of the Republic of China, the Sino-Japanese War, and the founding of the People’s Republic of China. An eye-opening slice of modern history as well as an authoritative introduction to an ancient religious tradition, FOOTPRINTS IN THE SNOW will appeal to spiritual seekers, travelers who want to understand more about China, or anyone looking for a fascinating story.
【法鼓山之美DVD】The Beauty of Dharma Drum Mountain法鼓山世界佛教教育園區,自然景觀與人文建築相互融合,每一處景觀、每一方建設,都是深度的人文精神與心靈環保的實踐。期望透過影像的導覽,分享法鼓山自然與人文之美,並體驗法鼓山境教中無盡的禪味。At Dharma Drum Mountain World Center for Buddhist Education, natural landscape and man-made architecture integrate in harmony. Every scenery and every setting reveal the spirit of humanities and the protection of spiritual environment. With this video guide, we share with you the center’s natural environment and humanistic beauty and hope that you will experience the flavor of Chan emanating from all corners of this setting.內含二段影片:1.【建築之美】單元長度:15分50秒The Beauty of Architecture 山林間隱隱浮現的青灰與赭紅,妝點著北海岸原生的灌木林、百合花叢與溪水活泉。法鼓山的建築群,簡潔優雅、清新開闊。它的每一磚、每一瓦,都包含著尊重生命的心意,它與大自然共生息,它是人間的淨土。With the blue-gray and reddish brown colors emerging in the midst of the mountains and decorating the bushes, lily groves, and sparkling streams, the architecture is simple, yet elegant, refreshing, and expansive. Every brick and tile of the construct signifies the notion of reverence for life, harmony with nature, and the groundwork of establishing a pure land on earth.2.【佛像之美】單元長度:16分13秒 The Beauty of Buddha Images佛像之美,不僅在於其藝術價值,更在於它能讓觀者生起對佛法的信心、領悟佛菩薩的慈悲願力。法鼓山的佛菩薩垂目含笑,彷彿在溫柔地聆聽著眾生的煩惱和願望。古樸的造型,或立或坐,無不莊嚴。佛前的人們,不知不覺中將身心安定了下來,世界也美麗了起來……。The beauty of Buddha images are not only merely about the art works value, but also an inspiration serve to evoke in thefor viewers to give rise to the faith in the Dharma, enabling them to relate to and to feel compassionate vows of Buddhas and bodhisattvas’ compassion and vows. The images of Buddhas and bodhisattvas at Dharma Drum Mountain, with their eyes cast down and, smiling, represent manifest their tenderness tender heart in hearing the afflictions and wishes from all sentient beings. Modest and simple, Either standing or sitting, the modest and simple images radiate majesty and solemnness, enabling visitors to calm down theirthe body and mind of all visitors.
The present book is a textual study in early Buddhism, which compares the Pali discourses of the Majjhima-nikāya with their parallels preserved in Chinese, Sanskrit and Tibetan etc.
作者簡介
Bhikkhu Anālayo was born in Germany in 1962 and ordained in Sri Lanka in 1995. He completed a Ph.D. thesis at the University of Peradeniya (Sri Lanka) in 2000 and a habilitation thesis at the University of Marburg (Germany) in 2007. At present, he teaches at the Center for Buddhist Studies, University of Hamburg, and researches at Dharma Drum Buddhist College (Taiwan).
A Guide to the Practice of Chan BuddhismThis is an inspiring guide to the practice of Chan (Chinese Zen) in the words of four great masters of that tradition. It includes teachings from contemporary masters Xuyun and Sheng Yen, and from Jiexian and Boshan of the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644). Though the texts were written over a period of hundreds of years, they are all remarkably lucid and are perfect for beginners as well as more advanced practitioners today. All the main points of spiritual practice are covered: philosophical foundations, methods, approaches to problems and obstacles—all aimed at helping the student attain the way to enlightenment.本書結集了四位禪師的禪修指導,包括明代曹洞宗的博山(無異元來)禪師、臨濟宗的晦山戒顯禪師的禪法,以及近代虛雲法師與聖嚴法師的禪法。內容涵括修行的各個面向,包括哲學基礎、實修方法、問題與障礙的解決,以及如何將修行融入生活中等。書中的資訊無論是對禪修初學者或已經深入修行的人,都能有所助益。
作者簡介
聖嚴法師,一九三○年出生,少年出家,曾於高雄山中閉關六年,並留學日本,獲得立正大學文學博士學位,曾任雜誌編輯、教授、所長以及譯經院院長等,創辦中華佛學研究所、創建法鼓山、僧伽大學、法鼓大學以及社會大學等,在國內設立禪修、文教、慈善等基金會,而分支道場亦遍及於歐、亞、美、澳等各大洲。他是一位教育家、作家,更是一位宗教家和國際知名的禪師,長年在國內外推動「心靈環保」、「種族和諧」及「世界和平」等工作不餘遺力。他所獲得的榮譽獎項中,包括總統文化獎、行政院文化獎、行政院社會領袖和風獎、中山文藝創作獎、中山學術著作獎、斐德烈二世和平獎等十多種。出版著作一百多種,已有十多種語言的譯著。他曾應邀為《中華日報》、《中央日報》、《聯合報》、《中國時報》、《自由時報》等各大報紙,及《天下》、《康健》等雜誌撰寫專欄。
法鼓山之美III:環保之美‧禪悅境教The Beauty of Dharma Drum Mountain環保之美‧禪悅境教The Beauty of Environmentalism and An Environment that Inspires Chan Joy法鼓山世界佛教教育園區是渾然天成的大自然禪堂,建築景觀與山林環境融合為一,處處無不展現環保之美,充滿禪機妙法。散步其間,觀山、觀水、觀呼吸,內外合一,身心澄淨,當下即淨土。The Dharma Drum Mountain complex serves as a totally natural Chan hall. By combining its architecture with the natural surroundings, it displays the beauty of natural environmentalism and delivers the wonderful Chan teachings. Walk around, contemplating nature and being mindful of your breath, and you will enjoy a purified, united body and mind, and experience a pure land on earth.1.環保之美The Beauty of Environmentalism法鼓山在創建之初,即秉持心靈環保精神,尊重自然、保護生態,在盡量不破壞山林環境的原則下,進行育樹、溪流整治等工程;並使用環保建材、節能系統,以及雨水再利用等設計,達到資源永續的目的。讓各種原生動物與植物,皆可在此共存共榮。Since its initial planning stage, Dharma Drum Mountain has followed the principles of protecting the spiritual environment and respecting the natural ecology. By keeping the surroundings intact, transplanting trees, conducting dredging work, using eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient systems, and recycling rain water, resource sustainability has been achieved, allowing native animals and plants to thrive.2.禪悅境教An Environment that Inspires Chan Joy法鼓山園區的自然景觀與人文建築相互融合,充分發揮環境教育的功能,讓前來參訪的人們,透過觀賞外境景物,觀照自己的內心世界,達到內外皆自在的體悟。當身心全然放鬆,與環境合而為一,就能身自在,心自在,體驗福慧自在的禪悅。 At the Dharma Drum Mountain complex, the landscaping and humanistic style architecture are perfectly blended to serve as an education tool, allowing visitors to appreciate natural views while contemplating their minds, and thus realize freedom within and without. This leads to a relaxed body and mind, uniting with the environment as one, experiencing the blessings, wisdom, and ease of Chan delight.
開山的意義,是讓人們學習如何去成就智慧、成就慈悲心,開啟人人心中的寶山,共同為我們的社會、我們的世界,提供和諧、平安、快樂、健康。--聖嚴The true meaning of the inauguration is to open up the treasure mountain within everyone’s heartso that we may learn how to develop compassion and wisdomand together bring peace, harmony, happiness, and healthto our society and our world. ----Sheng YenDisk1 法鼓山落成開山大典系列活動菁華集錦 Highlights of the Dharma Drum Mountain Inaugural Acivities在法鼓山落成開山大典的一系列活動中,我們剪輯了各場活動之菁華片段,包括典禮後各方的感恩與回顧、義工奉獻身影,呈現出開山大典系列活動之整體面貌。From the Dharma Drum Mountain inaugural activities, we have put together the highlights of each event, including people’s expressions of gratitude, their reflections on the ceremony, and profiles of the volunteers, presenting a complete picture of the whole series of activities.Disk2 法鼓山落成開山大典完整版紀念典藏 The Dharma Drum Mountain Inauguration Ceremony當聖嚴法師與國內外貴賓共同揭開佛幔,法鼓山正式宣告開山;在場觀禮的貴賓與信眾內心都充滿無限感動。法鼓山開山落成大典,為法鼓山紀元開創新的一頁,也讓社會大眾對法鼓山的理念有更深一層的認識。The moment that Master Sheng Yen and distinguished domestic and overseas guests unveiled the Buddha statues together, formally inaugurating Dharma Drum Mountain, the guests and believers were all deeply moved. The inauguration ceremony marked a new page in the history of DDM, and gave the general public a deeper understanding of DDM’s vision.Disk3 大悲心起感恩晚會完整版紀念典藏 Gratitude Concert of the Rising Great Compassion為感恩護持法鼓山的菩薩,法鼓山特別籌畫「大悲心起感恩音樂晚會」,場面溫馨而熱烈,二千多位來自海內外的貴賓與護法信眾都來共襄盛舉。透過悠揚的樂音,全場沉浸在喜悅和諧的氛圍中,每位聽者祥和的心境,也為「大悲心起」做了一番最美好的詮釋。To show gratitude to all DDM supporters, DDM sponsored “The Gratitude Concert of The Rising Great Compassion,” attended in high spirits by over 2,000 local and foreign guests and believers. The gently flowing music immersed the audience in an atmosphere of joy, peace, and harmony, a perfect reflection of the theme of “The Rising Great Compassion.”
生命路徑總在不期然之處轉彎,彷彿是為了讓我們看見更廣闊的風景……歷經大環境不斷變遷的聖嚴法師,本著最初的願心,面對人生中的高山深壑,以佛法為地圖,做為指引個人安頓身心之道;進而將他對佛法的踐行領悟,透過義理分明的文字,為現代人描繪出生命智慧的藏寶圖。
本書由聖嚴法師娓娓道來其一生的學習歷程,以及隨順因緣全力投入生命中不同角色的各種轉折,經過文字的闡述及解行並重的生命實踐,使現代人得以親近佛法善知識,領受佛法做為人生指引的妙用。
本書為英文版,為《法鼓全集》英譯計畫中的第一部英文出版品。期待能以此英譯系列向廣大的西方讀者推廣漢傳佛教與禪法。
I am an ordinary Buddhist monk born in 1930 at a village in Jiangsu Province, Nantong County. The second year after my birth, there was a great flooding of the Yangzi River, which washed away our home and everything we owned. We were impoverished. My family then moved to the south bank of the Yangzi River. I was always weak in physique and prone to illness since childhood. I entered school at the age of nine, and left school when I was thirteen. I became a monk when I was thirteen. The basic education I received was equivalent to that of a fourth grade primary school student. While the other teenagers were studying at high school and university, I was busy working as a younmonk and performing ritual services. Later, I served in the military for the country. Nevertheless, since I was young, I realized the importance of knowledge and education. Therefore, during my time in service, I would take hold of any opportunity for self-study, and read many books. After leaving the army and spending six years in solitary retreat, having met the educational requirements along with my published work, I was enrolled in Rissho University in Tokyo. There, within six years time, I completed both a master’s and a doctoral degree in Buddhist Literature. From the time I realized that the sutras are used to provide knowledge and methods to purify society and the human mind, I felt lament. I thought, “The Dharma is so good, yet so few people know about it, and so many people misunderstand it.” Ordinary people treat Buddhadharma as something secular or mystical; at best they treat it as an academic study. Actually, Buddhism is a religion that applies wisdom and compassion to purify the human world. Thus, I vowed to use contemporary ideas and language to introduce to others the true meaning of the Dharma that was forgotten, and to revive the spirit of Shakyamuni Buddha. — From the Author’s Preface
作者簡介:
Master Sheng Yen 聖嚴法師(1930~2009年)
聖嚴法師1930年生於江蘇南通,1943年於狼山出家,後因戰亂投身軍旅,十年後再次披剃出家。曾於高雄美濃閉關六年,隨後留學日本,獲立正大學文學博士學位。1975年應邀赴美弘法。1989年創建法鼓山,並於2005年開創繼起漢傳禪佛教的「中華禪法鼓宗」。
聖嚴法師是一位思想家、作家暨國際知名禪師,曾獲臺灣《天下》雜誌遴選為「四百年來臺灣最具影響力的五十位人士」之一。著作豐富,中、英、日文著作達百餘種,先後獲頒中山文藝獎、中山學術獎、總統文化獎及社會各界的諸多獎項。
聖嚴法師提出「提昇人的品質,建設人間淨土」的理念,主張以大學院、大普化、大關懷三大教育推動全面教育,相繼創辦中華佛學研究所、法鼓佛教學院、僧伽大學、法鼓大學等院校,也以豐富的禪修經驗、正信的佛法觀念和方法指導東、西方人士修行。
法師著重以現代人的語言和觀點普傳佛法,陸續提出「心靈環保」、「四種環保」、「心五四運動」、「心六倫」等社會運動,近年來更致力於國際弘化工作,參與國際性會談,促進宗教交流,提倡建立全球性倫理,致力於世界的和平。其寬闊胸襟與國際化視野,深獲海內外肯定。