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Buddha-nature
All living things are precious because they have been given Buddha-nature. Buddha-nature is the diamond that is found in the core of each animal, person and plant. This shining jewel in our heart forms the base of Buddhist compassion and pacifism.
The reason you were born
Human beings have eternal life. Transcending age and place, we reincarnate repeatedly to refine our souls in order to create utopia. You may think that you did not choose your parents, or that you are a victim of the pain and suffering in your life. But we believe that the path to freedom and control of your life is to accept the life plan you made before birth. You chose these difficulties because you thought it would provide greater opportunity for the growth of your soul.
When you realize this, you are able to confront your life assignments, complete the training of your soul, and fulfill your mission to bring happiness to others as you tackle your own problems Happy Science has many teachings that help you confront your choices and make the most of your opportunities.
How to improve your life
We believe that it is possible to improve your life through work, study and meditation. If you choose to become an Happy Science member, you will receive the fundamental sutra, The Dharma of the Right Mind. By reciting the sutra, you will be able to receive spiritual energy from the heavenly world, attune your mind to your guardian and guiding spirits, and transform your life for the better.
Heaven and Hell
We believe that Heaven and Hell are not just places you go after death. Our present state of mind is connected to the spiritual world. This is because there is something called the law of like attracts like. Those who have lived the kind of life in this world which pleases and attracts the positive spirits (angels) of the other world will return to heaven. Those who indulge in negative and harmful thoughts and practices will attractive negative spirits and return to hell.
That is why it is important to refine your minds and live with the same state of mind that heavenly spirits have. This not only insures you will return to heaven, but also opens up your path to happiness in this world as a child of Buddha.
All living things are precious because they have been given Buddha-nature. Buddha-nature is the diamond that is found in the core of each animal, person and plant. This shining jewel in our heart forms the base of Buddhist compassion and pacifism.
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Teachings
