“In this episode, we will look at the Jodo Shinshu stance on the issue of Capital Punishment. In doing so, we will look at the issue of ethics in general. In the second half, we will look at doubt defined as “two minds” or the “wavering mind” as well as talk about what doubt is directed towards. “

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Discussed in this podcast:

Segment 1: What is the Jodo Shinshu take on capital punishment?

Segment 2: Continuation of discussion on Doubt. 二心 (Futagokoro) – Two minds / wavering mind. Doubt as a form of blind passions (cannot be negated in this life) & Doubt towards the Primal Vow [Hongangiwaku 本願疑惑] or Buddha’s Wisdom (can be negated; Shinjin).

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Links:
Rev. Miyaji’s podcast page: https://rdtakam.podbean.com/

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Doubt as Human Calculation, Part 2 By Rev. Dr. Takashi Miyaji Doubt as Karmic Currency By Rev. Dr. Takashi Miyaji Doubt as Self-Power By Rev. Dr. Takashi Miyaji Doubt as Human Calculation, Part 1 By Rev. Dr. Takashi Miyaji