Lotus Sutra Chapter 4

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gptkbp:instanceOf Buddhist scripture chapter
gptkbp:alternativeName Faith and Understanding
gptkbp:containsParable parable of the prodigal son
gptkbp:emphasizes universal salvation
skillful means (upaya)
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lotus Sutra Chapter 4
gptkbp:mainTheme parable of the wealthy man and his poor son
gptkbp:mentions disciples who initially lack understanding
eventual enlightenment of all disciples
gptkbp:originalLanguage gptkb:Sanskrit
gptkb:Classical_Chinese
gptkbp:partOf gptkb:Lotus_Sutra
gptkbp:recitedBy gptkb:Buddhism
gptkb:Shariputra
gptkbp:significance gptkb:Mahayana_Buddhism
gptkbp:teaches all beings can attain Buddhahood
Buddha’s compassion for all beings
importance of faith and understanding in Buddhism
rewards of faith in the Lotus Sutra
gptkbp:title Belief and Understanding
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