A Father's Final Investment Advice from the Western Pure Land

This interview was recorded on March 25, 2019. Mr. Guan Jun, who sought deliverance at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre, now resides in the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. In this message, he reaches out to his son, Mr. Guan Youming, to share his reflections on life and the importance of spiritual cultivation.

Mr. Guan Jun speaks:

"Namo Amituofo. I am Guan Jun. Youming, my son! I know you are a man of strong opinions and a sharp mind. You might be wondering right now: 'Is this truly my father speaking?' You are likely listening with a skeptical heart, waiting to see what I have to say. That is perfectly fine. After all, this is not an easy thing to believe. However, as I just said, those who choose to believe in their father will find salvation!"

The True Value of Life

"Everyone loves to make money, and as your family, we were always happy to see you succeed. I imagine you never expected that your father would be the one asking you to let go of those pursuits, did you? But think about it—life in this world is not meant to be lived solely for oneself. 'Take from society, and give back to society'—this is something Practitioner Su often mentions during her Dharma talks. In my past life, I was a selfish man. Even when I did a few good deeds, I would inevitably calculate how much I had put in, hoping to receive the respect and reputation I felt I deserved. Now, having witnessed the selfless dedication of Practitioner Su at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre, I feel deeply ashamed of my past self, yet I am also profoundly moved by her example. If you were to ask me now, 'Father, if you were not in the fish fry business, what would you do?' My only answer would be to build the Hsiang Kuang Amitabha Village."

A Legacy of Peace

"Your mother is getting on in years, and you have several elderly people around you. One’s heart must have a place of refuge so that one can live in peace, knowing exactly where one is heading after this life. These words may sound a bit overly sentimental—not the kind of bold, powerful language you would expect from the Guan Jun you once knew—but they come directly from the depths of my heart. You, too, will grow old one day. If you choose to invest in the construction of the Amitabha Village, I believe with all my heart that you will succeed. Saving others is, in essence, saving yourself. You must learn to cast your gaze further and aim with greater precision."

The Ultimate Business Opportunity

"My words to you end here. Do not let them go in one ear and out the other. You must take them to heart. Every sentence you listen to is a gain; every word you absorb is a profit. If you listen enough and act enough, you will earn a life free from illness, a spirit that never dies, and eventually, rebirth in the Western Pure Land. Tell me, are you willing to invest in this business? It is a unique opportunity in this world—a venture that can only be found here, and nowhere else."

"Spoken personally by your father, Guan Jun."

"This interview message was recorded by the chief writer, the Buddhist disciple Venerable HaiZe."