EIGHTFOLD PATH
The Buddha teaches us that we may become pure and holy by following the rules He laid down for us. Let us repeat them and remember them at all times.
First: Right Understanding
We should learn and try to understand the Truth taught by Shinran Shonin.
Second: Right Purpose
We should try always to do what is right.
Third: Right Speech
We should be truthful and kind in all we say.
Fourth: Right Conduct
We should try to behave ourselves at all times.
Fifth: Right Livelihood
We should earn our living in a way which will not harm anyone.
Sixth: Right Endeavor
We should constantly try to improve ourselves.
Seventh: Right Thought
We should try to have good and pure thoughts because our words and our actions arise from our thoughts.
Eighth: Right Meditation
We should think often of Amida Buddha and repeat His Holy Name,
Namo-Amidabutsu