The practices of the Lotus Sutra are applicable to both laymen and priests

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These teachings are applicable to everyone. The Opening of the Eyes, for example, was entrusted to a layman. Shakubuku (the forceful practices) is a way of life whether on a street corner or in a formal debate at the head temple on mount Hiei.