Teachings of State Preceptor Xianshou: The Third Huayan Patriarch
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Perseverance and the Power of Action
Teachings from National Master Xianshou
National Master Xianshou explains that perseverance and the ability to act are the essential requirements for the success of all vows. Without the strength to follow through, our aspirations remain mere thoughts, and the path to awakening remains distant.
The Power of the Vow-Mind
Teachings from National Master Xianshou
A profound exploration of the Vow-Mind, explaining how the power of our personal vows connects with the infinite Buddha-vow to save all beings from the cycle of suffering.
Teachings on Dharma Joy from National Master Xian Shou
The Twenty-ninth Interview with National Master Xian Shou
National Master Xian Shou explains the true nature of Dharma joy, how it transcends worldly happiness, and how it leads to the purification of the body, mind, and spirit, ultimately guiding us back to our original nature.
Teachings on Right Faith and Right Understanding in Buddhist Education
Teachings from National Master Xianshou
National Master Xianshou offers profound guidance on the essential stages of the Buddhist path, emphasising that true attainment lies in the harmony of our thoughts, words, and actions within the vast Dharma Realm.
The Boundless Sea of Suffering and How to Find Liberation
Teachings from National Master Xian Shou
In this profound teaching, National Master Xian Shou explains the true nature of suffering in the worldly realm and reveals the ultimate path to liberation through the discovery of one's true self and the practice of Faith, Vows, and Practice.
The Essence of Practice: Humility and Modesty
Teachings from National Master Xianshou
National Master Xianshou teaches that the foundation of all spiritual progress lies in humility and modesty. By recognising the profound interconnectedness of all life, we learn to let go of arrogance and approach the path to Buddhahood with a sincere and respectful heart.
Self-Benefit and Benefiting Others to Attain Liberation
Teachings from National Master Xianshou
National Master Xianshou explains the profound relationship between self-purification and the salvation of all beings, highlighting the vital importance of true practice in the Pure Land Dharma Gate.
The Dual Path of Self-Power and Buddha-Power
Teachings from National Master Xianshou: The Twenty-Fourth Interview
National Master Xianshou explains the profound synergy between our own diligent practice and the infinite compassion of Namo Amituofo, revealing how this dual power is the key to liberation in the age of the Dharma's decline.
The Foundation of Faith
Teachings from National Master Xianshou
Faith is the source of the path and the mother of all merits. In every aspect of Buddhist practice, faith is the primary requirement. You must have faith in yourself, faith in the Buddha, faith in your true spiritual friend, and faith in the existence of the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss.
The Path of Repentance and the Rarity of True Spiritual Guidance
Teachings from National Master Xianshou
National Master Xianshou offers profound guidance on the necessity of sincere repenting, the rarity of encountering a true spiritual friend, and the urgency of seizing the opportunity to practise while Namo Amituofo abides at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre.
One Must Be Cautious in All Things
Teachings from National Master Xianshou
National Master Xianshou reminds us that the path to awakening is built upon the foundation of our daily conduct. We must be vigilant in every thought, word, and action, for it is in the smallest details that our true character and karmic seeds are revealed.
The Ray of Hope: Teachings of National Master Xianshou
Teachings of National Master Xianshou
National Master Xianshou shares profound insights on the arrival of Namo Amituofo at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre, offering a beacon of hope for all suffering beings across the Dharma Realm.