Many figures in this work debate Sariputra, who is depicted as unable to grasp sophisticated concepts.
Many figures in this work debate Sariputra, who is depicted as unable to grasp sophisticated concepts. A suspended treasure tower and the emergence of old disciples from the Earth are described in the "Ceremony of the Air". Early in this work, there is a dialog between the royal prince Mangusri and the Bodhisattva Maitreya regarding a beam of light that has emerged from between the Buddha's eyebrows while he was delivering a speech to his followers. This work also contains the "Parable of the Burning House", while in the final chapter of this work, entitled "The Teacher of the Law", the Buddha states that this work is superior to all of his previous teachings, though this work was written over 500 years after the Buddha's death. In the 13th century, a sect of Buddhism based entirely on this work was founded by Nichiren. For ten points, name this Mahayana sutra named for a type of flower.
Many figures in this work debate Sariputra, who is depicted as unable to grasp sophisticated concepts.
{Lotus} Sutra [accept: {Saddharma Pundarika Sutra}]