The statement that he had two circles of pupils, the exoteric and the esoteric has given rise to much controversy. |
At eighteen years he knew all the sutra and the doctrines of Shaka, and books whether exoteric or esoteric. |
Nevertheless, the pre-Shingon and exoteric teachings each have their rightful place within this scheme so that they are not utterly discounted. |
One of the tasks of the esotericist is to construct a bridge of reason between exoteric and esoteric science. |
In the San Francisco area, he says, 212 exoteric species have been identified. |
Realise always that the true spiritual effects are to be seen in the exoteric life of service. |