Attaining True Freedom
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
The Harmony of Body, Mind, and Spirit
On the third day of March in 2023, during the Third Session of the , Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju provided this essential guidance, recorded by the Venerable HaiZe. Whether you are in silent contemplation or chanting Namo Amituofo aloud, the essence of your practice remains the same. It is a process of purifying your Body, Speech, and Mind until all traces of impurity are dissolved. You may ask, where do your body, mind, and spirit reside during this process? They are not separate entities; they are unified in the practice.
When your heart follows your body, they never depart from one another. When your body is filled with the energy of the Buddha, it is no longer bound by the decay of age or the suffering of illness. When your spirit is unified and focused, it does not scatter into the chaos of the world. This state of being is truly peaceful and secure; it is a state that you must strive to grasp and hold onto with all your heart.
The Path of Transformation
At the Hsiang Kuang Buddhist Centre, through diligent practice, you are given the tools to transform , resolve the grievances of your , and eventually see your true nature. This is the path of liberation. As you integrate the (Discipline), Concentration and Wisdom into your daily hearts and actions, the qualities of your heart will naturally manifest:
- and Wisdom (Prajna):
- Your mind-capacity expands, allowing you to embrace all beings.Tolerance and Non-Anger:
- You let go of resentment, and all doubts are thoroughly removed.Generosity (Giving):
- The heart of greed is replaced by a spirit of wide and selfless giving.Clarity: The ignorance of the past fades away, and the arrogance of the ego no longer exists.
By transforming your negative views into a positive and enlightened perspective, you attain a bright, clear, and cool heart. This is the clarity that comes from a mind that is no longer clouded by the .
The Clarity of
Now, as your practice deepens, your spirit becomes sharp and aware. The space around you begins to open up, and you start to perceive the truth of all things. Each spirit you encounter becomes clear to you, and the facts of reality are finally understood. When you engage in a sincere dialogue with the Buddha, your wisdom will bloom. With a body that is pure and a heart that is clean, your spirit will finally find its true rest. Once you see your true nature, you will attain the ultimate freedom that transcends all suffering. Namo Amituofo.
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