The Immeasurable Meanings Sutra Reborn: An American Blues Interpretation
The opening act of the Threefold Lotus Sutra meets the soulful voice of the American Blues tradition.
In this powerful prologue, the Buddha emerges from deep meditation to declare a truth as old as awakening itself: one Dharma contains immeasurable meanings. The same teaching that enlightens a Buddha also heals a broken heart in Memphis.
This Blues interpretation strips away ornate classical language and delivers the sutra's core message in direct, soulful American vernacular—honoring both the profound wisdom of the Buddhist tradition and the equally profound spiritual expression forged in the crucible of the American South.
The Dharma is like water. It takes the shape of whatever vessel holds it. One truth, countless doors.
Volume 1 of the Dharma Reborn Series.
Book information
Genre
Philosophy, Spirituality and Religion
Length
1 hr 9 mins
Publish date
Dec 10, 2025
Language
English
About the Author
William Altig
William Altig is a cultural translator and author whose blues interpretation of the Lotus Sutra draws on the rich tradition of African American spiritual performance. His work honors the text's history of oral transmission while engaging contemporary performance traditions including blues, gospel, spoken word, and theater.
The complete translation is designed for performance and includes specific guidance for oral delivery, pacing, emphasis, and emotional resonance. Altig is available for readings, collaborative artistic projects, and educational workshops on dharma and the performing arts.View all Audiobooks by William Altig
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1Introduction to The Immeasurable Meanings Sutra Reborn: An American Blues Interpretation
