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Quarterly Nervsletter of the Rev. Gyomay M. Kubose Dharma Legacy Vol.4 No.2 Stlrnner 2000

@n C4,Gnon'arr Rev. Gyomay Kubose passed away on established the American Buddhist As- Wednesday, March 29,2000 at St. Jo- sociation in 1955 and later a Buddhist seph Hospital in Chicago, lllinois. He was Educational Center as well as a medita- so fortunate to have had a lifetime of good tion group. health. Never before in his 94 years had Among his many honors and awards he been hospitalized until he was afflicted are: The 5h Class Order of the Sacred with severe pneumonia. His family is Treasure Gold and Silver Rays from His gratefulthat his passing went peacefully. Majesty the Emperor of Japan; World Rev. Gyomay Kubose was born Buddhist Mission CulturalAward from the "Masao Kubose" in San Francisco on Japanese Buddhist Mission Cultural As- June 21, 1905. When he was only 3 sociation; Senior Citizen Hall of Fame years old, his parents divorced and he Award from the City of Chicago; Distin- was sent to Japan to be raised by his guished Service Award from the 15h gen- grandparents. After finishing elementary eration GrandTea Master, Sen Soshitsu, school, he completed studies at a newly of the Urasenke Tradition of Tea: Silver - opened agricultural school. Then at the Beaver Award from the Boy Scouts of ol 17, he returned to the United America; Honorary Life Member of the - States."g" He learned English by enrolling Uptown Lions Club and Uptown Cham- Rev. Gyomay M. Kubose at the Piedmont Elementary School in ber of Commerce; Brotherhood Award Oakland, California ("1 was the tallest in 1 905 - 2000 from the Japanese American Citizens my class!"), graduating in1924. He went League; Outstanding Community Service on to graduate from the prestigious Pied- Award from the Japanese American Ser- mont High School in December, 1931. He 1936 he married Minnie Taniguchi of vice Committee; and the Chicago Nikkei started out supporting himself by being a Fowler, California and went to Rev. Community Father of the Year Award from "school boy" and lived with the Pusey Akegarasu's temple, Myotatsuji, for min- the Japanese American Association of family in Piedmont. He later started a isterialstudy in Buddhism. The Kubose's Chicago. thriving landscape gardening business in first son, Don, was born at the temple, Although Rev. Kubose was kept very the Oakland area. where they lived for five years. During busy with temple and community activi- While attending his grandmotheis me- this time, Kubose accompanied his ties, he always had time for his family. morial seruice at the Oakland Buddhist teacher on lecture tours throughout Ja- There are many treasured memories of Temple, the minister, Rev. Taigan Hata, pan, China and Korea. Rev. Akegarasu him enthusiastically sharing life with his gave him a book written by Rev. Haya gave Kubose the Dharma name loved ones: wrestling with his grandchil- Akegarasu, a famous Jodo Shinshu min- "Gyomay" which means "bright dawn." dren, playing basketballwith his children ister. Reading this book turned the young Before Rev. Kubose left Japan, Rev. at age 70 in his dress shoes, going Masao Kubose's life completely around. Akegarasu advised him to start an inde- horseback riding in Moab, Utah at age When Rev. Akegarasu toured the United pendent temple in the United States so 87 with wife Minnie and family. He con- States in 1929, Kubose accompanied that he could freely present the Dharma stantly found WOWs in life, and showed him as his interpreter. This was the be- teachings in a way that could be under- others wonders that they would not have ginning of a long and meaningful relation- stood by Americans. He returned to the noticed otherwise. "WOW look at those ship. Rev. Akegarasu counseled Kubose States in July, 1941 just prior to World dandelions!" "\ /OW, look at the traffic!" to complete his college education and in- War ll. After a brief stay in Los Angeles, 'WOW, this tastes delicious!" r.;'vited him to study at his temple in Japan. he was interned fortwo years in the Heart Rev. Kubose lived fully every day of his Kubose attended the University of Cali- Mountain Relocation Camp in Wyoming. 94 years and was a true example of how fornia at Berkeley and graduated in 1935 He came to Chicago in 1944 and estab- to live the Dharma teachings. His life is with a B.A. in philosophy. In January lished The Chicago Buddhist Church. He a tremendous inspiration for us all. Rev. Gyomay Kubose touched many lives during his "Oneness." In addition, we would like you to askyour long, productive life. The family has received many relatives and friends if they'd like to be on our mail- expressions of sympathy, a number of which have ing list. We feel all people can benefit from Rev. included nice remembrances. We would like to com- Kubose's teachings regardless of their religious ori- pile and print a collection of these remembrances in entation. Rev. Kubose's approach goes beyond the a booklet to be titled, "Remembering Sensei." We usual idea of religion; his teachings are so open and are in the process of obtaining people's permission easily applicable to everyday life that they can help to print their remembrances. We make an open in- someone become a better Christian or even a better vitation to anyone who wishes to submit a remem- atheist. In short, to become a better human being, a brance of Rev. Kubose to be included in this book- person who lives his or her own true and real life. let. As an expression of appreciation, this booklet The most important thing is to live a meaningful, cre- will be given to the many people who have expressed ative life- living with inner peace and in harmony theirsympathies. This collection of individual remem- with others. A spiritual life is to live joyfully- with brances will give a concrete historical perspective genuine acceptance of life's realities and deep grati- as well as a great personalized tribute to Rev. tude for all that one has received. Kubose's life. The whole purpose of the Kubose Dharma Legacy During his active life of over 60 years as a minis- is to help people by perpetuating Rev. Kubose's Way ter, Rev. Kubos_e kitdled a fl4qelhglhas_provided of Oneness. The Kubose Dharma Legacy is not a light and warmth to many people. lt is the intent of memOersnp organizition but is an educationEt re- v the Kubose Dharma Legacy to maintain and build source. We can work towards fulfilling our purpose this flame to an even greater brightness that will help only by reaching outto others by word of mouth. We future generations to nurture and deepen their spiri- ask for your help. We invite you to become an "am- tual lives. The Kubose family is very appreciative bassado/'for the Kubose Dharma Legacy. Being a that the Rev. Gyomay M. Kubose Dharma Legacy new, small and independent organization, we need has been established. Without such an organiza- your help in actively spreading the word- by doing tion, Rev. Kubose's influence could gradually become things like: adding interested persons to our mailing just a warm memory of a past time in history. After list, buying Rev. Kubose's books for friends, telling such a productive life, it would be sad if his contribu- others about our website (brightdawn.org) or our Dial- tions did not continue their influence. Many dona- the-Dharma "lnspirational Hotline," which consists of tions in memory of Rev. Kubose have been made to daily taped telephone mini-teachings (Call 847-677- the Kubose Dharma Legacy. These donations will 8053 and hear Rev. Kubose's voice!). Help us to help in the reprinting of Rev. Kubose's books, the help others. In this way, our purpose will be fulfilled publishing of new works, and also will go towards as the impact of Rev. Kubose's life expands in ever- the printing of the "Remembering Sensei" booklet. widening circles. This is how we can best honor and Looking to the future, beyond those whose lives remember Rev. Kubose. Thankyou very much. Rev. Kubose directly touched, the Kubose Dharma Legacy asks for your help in expanding our commu- In Oneness, nication network. We would like to keep you on our mailing list to receive our free quarterly newsletter, The Kubose Dharma Legacy v The purpose of the Kubose Dharma Legacy is to offer a non-sectarian, non-dualistic approach, the Way of Oneness, to further individual spiritual growth in everyday life for people of all backgrounds.

Universal Teachings For Everyday Living Page 2 EVERYDAY IS THE LAST DAY Rev. Gyomay M. Kubose

A group of students was visiting the developed liver trouble and was when a friend passes away, par- :.. temple recently and I talked tothem sick only about a week before he ticularly a young person, the real- about Buddhist teachings. After- died. Death came unexpectedly ity of death hits close to home. wards there were questions and and the fathertook it very hard. His A very good friend and a char- one student asked what the Bud- sadness was so deep. There ter member of our temple moved dhist way of life was. I said that it were no words to comfort him. to California many years ago. was to live each day most beauti- However, this is the reality of life. About a month ago he called me fully and most meaningfully. Then Time is the only thing that will heal and said, 'Well, Sensei, I have can- he asked what happens when we his wounded heart cer. The doctor says that it is ter- die. I explained that Buddha did Another person, one of our minal. The first thing I thought not talk about such unknowable older members, was 90 years of about was you and I had to call things as what happens after age. Her husband also died about you." Yesterday somehow I thought death. Philosophers may specu- six months ago. After her husband of him and called to see how he late about such things, but Buddha was gone, she was so lonely. Al- was doing. He spoke in such a always said that the most impor- though she had no prior health small voice and said, "Please re- tantthing is here and now, howyou trouble, she suddenly died. lt of- member me. I think my end is com- live the present moment. This is ten happens that when one's life ing soon." I couldn't help but shed impofiant because all things are companion passes away, the tears. We spoke for a while and subject to change. Life is transi- other person does not live too said good-bye. lt was such a sad tory; we should live each day the long. This aged couple was one good-bye. This is the reality of life best we can. Then if anything hap- such example. and it always comes back to me pens there is no regret. Each day When we hear about the death and it comes back to you. r-, is complete in itself. Live every day of someone, we are saddened. lt I am reminded of Buddha's sincerely because each day is the also makes us think more deeply; teaching, " lchigo, ichie." lchigo last day. we realize we are subjectto death means "one Life" and ichie means The reality of this truth really hit too, regardless of age or health. "meets only once." So the teach- me because last week several Suppose you were sentenced to ing means that we meet only once friends passed away. One was death next week by your doctor, in a lifetime. That is to say, every only 20 years old. He was a you would think about life. Unless time is the last time. I meet you straight "A" student in his second we think and remind ourselves, our today but who knows if we are able year of college. His father was lives become monotonous and our to meet next Sunday. So, Buddha very proud of him and expected a lives willjust pass us by. Each day said, "Every day is the last day." great future for his son. The son will be just another day. However, We should live accordingly. From Kubose, G.M. The Center Within. Union City, CA: Heian International, Inc.; pp. 124-126.

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Universal Teachings For Everyday Living Page 3 Dharma Talk in Memory of Rev. Gyomay Kubose (Adapted from Talk by Rev. Koyo Kubose at the April 8, 2000 Memorial Service.)

It was back in the 1920's when a young man read a back to America before World War ll broke out. While v certain book and said to himself, "Wow, a life like this is staying in Los Angeles, their second son was born in possible!" He was inspired and wanted to live the life December, 1941. They learned that the medieval En- described in the book, which was written by Rev. Haya glish word for sun was "sunna." To make it sound bet- Akegarasu, a well-known Buddhist leader in Japan. The ter, they put an "n" at the end, to make it "Sunnan." The young man, Masao Kubose, had his life turned com- middle name given was Koyo, which means 'to face pletely around by this book. He became an earnest spiri- the sun." Along with many Japanese Americans, they tual seeker. He enthusiastically became involved in lo- spent several years in war relocation camps. Then they cal Buddhist activities. Sometimes his progressive relocated to Chicago, where a daughter, Joyce Terumi, views were controversial. Much later, at family gather- was born in September, 1946. ings, he would reminisce and say, "ln my youth I was There is a story behind how the three children were kind of a radical." named. First, there is the dawn, and then one naturally Such reminiscing was not common. lf we tried to turns and faces the sun. The sun brings happiness and interview him about his younger days, he wouldn't say joy (Joyce). The sun shines beautifully, which is the much. So, we learned the best way was to offer him meaning of "Terumi." So, there is a new dawning of the some wine and then casually ask, "How was it in those Dharma teachings in America- and in oneself. As the old days?" One time he told us how oratorical contests sun (Dharma teaching) rises, you turn and face the sun. were often held at temples. He was to speak at one and You rejoice and your life shines beautifully. With their there was a flyer announcing the event posted inside a three children's names reflecting theirvision of Buddhism store window. On the outside of the window, someone in America, Rev. Gyomay and Minnie Kubose started had smeared dog feces over the flyer. He must have their new life in Chicago. been quite an out-spoken radical in those days. The Chicago Buddhist Church was established on After finishing eoHege, he married his llily of the val- the south side inthe Flyde Farkneighborhood. TheJamily, ley" and they went to live at Rev. Akegarasu's temple, lived in a two-flat behind the church at 5487 S. v' which was located in northern Japan. lt was cold in the Dorchester. The telephone number was Plaza 2 0966. winter and sometimes snow would pile up quite deeply. Following the advice of Rev Akegarasu, his teacher in During their first winter there, I imagine this young couple Japan, Rev. Kubose started an independent movement snuggling under the futon covers in the early morning in America. Being politically independent from any ad- hours, talking as couples often do after waking up. Ex- ministrative headqiarters in Japan, Rev. Kubose was pecting their first child soon, they talked about their free to express and emphasize a non-sectarian, non- dreams for the future. Being inspired by Rev. dualistic approach to the Buddhist teachings. Akegarasu's teachings, they shared a vision of spread- What do the words "non sectarian" and "non dualis- ing the Buddhadharma in America. When their baby tic" mean? What kind of definitions do different people was born in December, 1936, he was named Dawn put on them? For Rev. Kubose, there was always the Akeru. Akeru means "to open up." Their dream and recognition of the richness of one's roots, lineage and vision was the opening up of a new dawning of Bud- tradition;yet, being progressive and starting an indepen- dhism in America. dent movement was difficult at times. lt was difficult They stayed in Japan forfive years. The young Masao because sometimes people are not comfoftable with Kubose received from his teacher the Dharma Name of new ideas or new ways of doing things. As a religion "Gyomay" which means "bright dawn." The sun sym- develops in a new culture, there is always a challenge bolizes the Buddha's teachings, and represents light or of what to keep and what to change. lf "non sectarian" wisdom and also warmth or compassion. The sun can is a confusing word, "all sectarian" could be used to be considered the source of life itself. Just as the earth describe Rev. Kubose's openness to teachings across would be a cold, dark place without the sun, so human sectarian boundaries. For example, he started a medi- life would be cold and dark without the wisdom and com- tation group in the early 70's. In the Jodo Shinshu tradi- passion of the teachings. tion, meditation is commonly frowned upon as a "self- The sun theme would be continued in how the young powe/' Zen practice. Now, Shin Buddhist temples in v' couple were to name their next two children. Leaving America are more open to meditation but in earlieryears, Japan in July, 1941 , they caught the next to the last ship it was a radical thing to do any kind of meditative prac-

Universal Teachings For Everyday kving Page 4 tice. Rev. Kubose was ahead of his time and it wasn't lived was his teaching. He never said, "l am the teacher, easy because doing something different elicits criticism follow me." The life of oneness transcends the teacher- and pressure from conseryative sectarian elements. student duality. Of course, oneness does not mean In addition to "non sectarian," the word "non dualistic" sameness. Each of us is a unique individual of abso- '\z is used in a statement of his temple's founding principle. lute value, and at the same time, we are interconnected What does "non dualistic" mean? In a religious context, . This is oneness. lt is only by truly respecting one's it means that Buddha and I are not two. The Buddha is own uniqueness that one can also respect another's not a savior and I am not the saved. The statue of Amida uniqueness. This is a profound teaching. lt is one thing Buddha is not a deig to be worshipped. The concept of to talk about it but it is another thing to really live it. This Amida can mistakenly be made into an object of wor- is why Rev. Kubose's life is so inspiring. He respected ship. This is an example of subject-object duality; that his own uniqueness and lived his own true and real life. is, | (as subject) worship Amida (as object). A statue, It wasn't easy to be different and to start an indepen- being an external object, tends to foster this kind of sub- dent movement of Buddhism in America. There's a ject-object duality. This is why Rev. Kubose rarely talked saying, 'The nailthat sticks up gets hammered down." about Amida Buddha in his Dharma talks from the pul- However, every once in atate while, there's a nailthat pit. He did not want to objectify Amida as something does not yield to the hammer. This should inspire one outside oneself. Instead, if asked to explain what Amida to respect oneself as a unique individual of absolute means, Rev. Kubose would often say that Amida was value. One does not have to find one's worth only in Life itself. This means that you and Amida are insepa- comparison to others. rable. You and Amida are not two things in a relationship It is easy to talk about respecting others but it is diffi- but there is an identity that transcends subject-object cult not to be victimized by one's own pride and ego duality. with regard to status and position. For example, "l am It is difficult to communicate this kind of non-dualistic a Buddhist priest and others should pay proper respect viewpoint. Yet, even when talking to children, Rev. to me." At most religious services, ministers sit on the Kubose never said things like, "Amida loves you." He naijin, the raised inner altar area. For Rev. Kubose's never used phrases like, "Amida's compassion" or memorial service today, the ministers are not on the 1\ "Amida's Light." Rev. Kubose would put his hands to- naijinbut are seated on the same level as the congre- vgether in gasshoquite frequently; however, he would not gation. The family arranged for this kind of seating be- advocate doing gassho to Amida as though Amida was cause Rev.Kubose was a man of the people. His sin:- something "over there," outside of oneself. cere humility went beyond the usual priest-layperson Rev. Kubose was a simple person. He lived a kind of duality. Historically, Buddhism in 13th Century Japan life that can be called "everyday suchness." Suchness started to become more lay oriented. Priorto this time, refers to things'Just as they are" or "sonomama" in Japa- monks were required to cut ties with family and the nese. One who lives such a natural life is a Tathagata. secular world. They lived celibate secluded lives in Tathagata is another name for a Buddha. Tathagata mountain monasteries and came down only to teach to means "thus come" or "come just as you are;" that is, the aristocracy in large temples. However, particularly live your life with no artificiality or pretense. One is a when Shin Buddhism developed, priests and lay per- Buddha with all of one's human blemishes and limita- sons were considered 'Tellow travelers" of the Dharma tions. How can these apparent opposites go together? path. Buddhism came down from the mountains to the In a way, it's simple; yet, it's hard to understand too. This common people. kind of dualism is like a koan. Rev. Kubose was like a Rev. Kubose exemplified this kind of spirit of "going koan- simple and deep at the same time. He was a to the people." A minister from the Evanston Unitarian person who was more than meets the eye; he was not Church told me he once brought a group of students to easily understood. One does not solve a koan by ordi- visit Rev. Kubose's temple. Rev. Kubose came for- nary reason and logic. A koan is solved by accepting ward and greeted the group as they came in and he that koan as it is, by living that koan, by becoming one also went to the door and saw them off when they left. with it. Rev. Kubose's life and teachings were The minister explained to me, "Most religious leaders "sonomama," which is the suchness of "things just as sit back and let the people come to them. lt's a status they are." thing; the less important should come to the more im- Prior to Rev. Kubose's memorial service, a reporter portant; the big shot says, 'What can I do for you?' Some Vcalled and asked me, "What did your father teach you?" ministers have their noses up in the air and patronize I didn't know exactly what to say but I replied. "He never laypersons. But your father went to the people. I only taught me anything... but I learned a lot." The way he met your father this one time but I was impressed by

Universal Teachings For Everyday Living Page 5 his sincerity and humility. I am sure he is especially just celebrating an historical event. lt is the same for loved because he was a man of the people and never Buddhists regarding the Buddha's bitth. lt is notiust cel- considered himself above them." ebrating something that happened 2500 years ago in ln- As I come to the close of my Dharma talk, it is worth dia. Observing the Buddha's birth has no real meaning noting that today's memorial service is being held on unless it means one's own spiritual birth. April 8, Gautama Buddha's birthday. "Birth" or "being I would like to say that the same message applies here r-, born" has important spiritual meaning. I like the word today. This memorial service is not just about com- "spiritual" rather than "religious." There's nothing wrong memorating the life of a great person. There is deeper with the word religious and there's nothing wrong with meaning only if you are inspired to be reborn spiritually. tradition and established rituals that have been passed The only true significance is if you see a "new dawning" on to us by virtue of the compassion of past genera- in yourself. There is real impact only if you face that tions. However, spirituality is something shining brightly morning sun- and you can shine beautifully too! This in a person. lt is not something in books or in the rituals. teaching is the gift we receive and it is also the highest There is something alive and vital in spirituality. There is tribute we can give. So, do your own spiritual ritual every something universalthat encompasses all religious tra- morning. Maybe you don't get up early enough to see ditions. For example, spring is a time not only of Buddha's the dawn, but you can see the morning sun every day. birth but is also when Christians obserue Easter. The Face and bow to the morning sun. Live each day as a essential aspect of Easter for Christians is that when new day. Do you want to remember Rev. Kubose? Do Jesus died and became mankind, it means Christ has you want to bring wisdom and compassion into your life? to be born in oneself. Easter has no spiritual meaning Well, look at the morning sun- that's "Gyomay," the unless it means one's own resurrection. Easter is not bright dawn- a bright dawn for your own life.

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Theme: "Brightdawn" Purpose: Remembering Rev. Gyomay "Brightdawn" M. Kubose. Method: Face east and Gassho to the morning sun. Live each day as a new day.

Theme: Patriotism Purpose: Be grateful for the freedom our country allows us' Method: Pause to Gassho whenever you notice an American flag.

Theme: Time Out hrrpose: Mental time out exercise when you feel yourself getting consumed by your thoughts. Method: Clap you hands together and listen to the sound they make. Clear your mind. Clap your hands several times if necessary.

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