Buddhability Short: How to Chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo

Buddhability Short: How to Chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo

Author: SGI-USA August 30, 2024 Duration: 10:59

In today’s Short, we’re breaking down the Buddhist mantra Nam-myoho-renge-kyo and explaining how to chant it step-by-step. By the end of the episode, you should feel confident trying it out yourself!

 

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