The Buddha Teaching Ajatasatru - Photograph by Anandajoti Bhikkhu
From Despair to Awakening: Ajatasatru's Journey of Spiritual Transformation - Hosted by Dr. Mutsumi Wondra Sensei
King Ajatasatru's life was marked by guilt, suffering, and inner conflict. Through a profound encounter with Shakyamuni Buddha, he began a journey of deep reflection and spiritual transformation. Drawing from the Nirvana Sutra and Shinran's Kyogyoshinsho, this presentation explores why Shinran highlighted this story and how awakening to boundless compassion naturally leads us to live for the benefit of others.
This event will be held live via Zoom on August 6th at 2pm Pacific Time (PT).
Meet the Speaker:
Dr. Mutsumi Wondra Sensei
Resident Sensei at Orange County Buddhist Church. Born and raised in the Shin Buddhist tradition, educated in Kyoto, Japan. Was a trade and finance professional. Changed career midlife. Received a Ph.D. in Jodo Shinshu Buddhism, ordained at the Nishi Hongwangi in Kyoto, Japan and is a Research Fellow and Adjunct Professor at the Institute of Buddhist Studies (IBS).