And still many Italian people keep saying our government isn’t restricting our freedom

It is as you said, only Japan developed a more strict separation between schools, but it especially began in the Kamakura Period for historical reasons. Amitabha’s Pure Land is the more common practiced one simply because is requires almost nothing from the practitioner’s side, and you can easily escape samsara. But it doesn’t mean there aren’t difference in the degree of practice even in Pure Land.

P.S. I technically practice in a Soto Zen environment, but I end up mixing a lot of Zen/Chan and Pure Land by myself. But I want to ask my teachers what they think about it BTW more about Vietnamese dual cultivation : https://www.buddhistdoor.net/features/pure-land-zen-dual-cultivation-in-13th-century-vietnam-and-today/

My daily practice consists in nembutsu during the day, both vocally and mentally, and two Zazen session in the morning and the evening. Usually when practice I also recite some verses like taking refuge, making the bodhisattvas vows and reciting the Heart Sutra.

I really like his explanations because I’m drawn to both Zen and Pure Land Dharma. Since he was Vietnamese, he provided a nuanced analysis and explanation of the Dual Cultivation practice.

He argued that relying solely on Zen can be challenging for most people because it demands reaching a high level of non-attainment. Consequently, Buddha recitation emerges as an optimal practice because it embodies the perfect manifestation of Non-Duality of reality. Nembutsu serves as a lifeline to the Pure Land in both the physical and mental realms.

Furthermore, since achieving no rebirth on one’s own is difficult, Buddha recitation provides assurance of rebirth in the most auspicious place possible.

Startpage non è più europeo, é stato comprato da una azienda americana

I’m Italian and I can confirm that our politicians are nothing more than clowns, not only Meloni, but all the people in charge.

As for the text I’d say The Heart Sutra, Diamond Sutra and Longer Amitabha Sutra. As for resources, I particularly enjoy the commentaries from Thich Nhat Hanh on the first two sutras mentioned and his book “The Heart of the Buddha’s Teachings.” My go-to book for Zen and Pure Land dual practice is called “Buddhism of Wisdom and Faith,” by a Vietnamese master. Another influential figure for me is Chan Master Sheng-Yen. I find him very direct and clear in his explanations.

I’ll say one: The heart of the Buddha’s Teachings by Thich Nhat Hanh

It was quite strong in my area. However, it’s not directly related to Vesuvius but rather to the massive volcanoes of Campi Flegrei.

You made me want to play this game again lol

Two reasons: the murder of Giulia Cecchettin sparked public concern about feminicide, and secondly, the Prime Minister is a woman.

Not only Americans unfortunately

This. The topic is quite complex, but even if it is true there is no self that will be reborn in another life, there still is a kind of “consciousness” that is shaped by karma and that will get rebirth. This of course if you don’t escape the cycle or bow to be reborn in a Pure Land.

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Why not even try?

Yes, as you know he is against all religious minorities, and Buddhism is one of them

Should some suggested books or resources be added for a general introduction? In my opinion, starting directly with sutras isn’t particularly helpful.

Guess which one is the only country that didn’t state support. Why did you think of Italy? (I’m Italian)

I’m a dual practitioner of Zen and Pure Land Buddhism, and I practice both zazen and nembutsu separately. In my city, there’s a small Soto Zen temple, so I visit it a couple of times a week for my practice sessions. However, I also practice by myself twice a day, and I always make an effort to be mindful of Amitabha Buddha.

And it is in the US, wow!