Revered Ones
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Practice for the Sake of All Beings
An Interview with Venerable Xianyi from Fourteen Centuries Ago
Venerable Xianyi, a practitioner from fourteen centuries ago, spent a millennium in deep meditation beyond the universe before being awakened by his Master's call. He shares his journey of realising that true practice is not for one's own comfort, but for the salvation of all suffering beings.
The Joy of Practising the Dharma
An Interview with Venerable Cheng Guang from 1,500 Years Ago
A record of an interview with the Venerable Cheng Guang, who lived approximately 1,500 years ago. He shares his journey of joy, his innate ability to communicate with all beings, and his lifelong dedication to the practice of Namo Amituofo.
The Return of the Old Monk
An Interview with the Venerable Yuan Dao
Born into a family of deep faith, Yuan Dao was the reincarnation of an ancient monk. From his earliest days, his life was a testament to compassion, service, and the pursuit of enlightenment, eventually leading him to the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre to continue his mission of saving sentient beings.
The Simple Path to Ultimate Freedom
An Interview with the Spirit of Yunfan from Seventeen Centuries Ago
Yunfan, a young practitioner from seventeen centuries ago, shares his journey from a simple life of chopping wood to finding the profound liberation of the Dharma. By embracing the simplicity of existence and the power of chanting Namo Amituofo, he transcended the complexities of worldly suffering to reach the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss.
The Filial Devotion of Venerable Meng Da
An Interview with the 568th Venerable, Meng Da, from 1,500 Years Ago
A moving account of Meng Da, a paragon of filial piety who overcame extreme poverty and hardship to guide his mother to the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss, eventually becoming a venerable practitioner dedicated to saving all sentient beings.
From Earthly Ties to the Dharma Path
An Interview with the Venerable Yuanying
A story of two souls whose worldly connection was transformed into a shared vow to save sentient beings, leading them both to the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss.
The Child Who Brought Prosperity and Wisdom
An Interview with the Spirit of Mingjue, a Venerable from 2,100 Years Ago
Before his birth, Mingjue chose his mother from the Western Pure Land, arriving in a poor family to transform their lives through the power of Generosity and the Dharma. This is the story of a child who was born to repay a kindness and lead his entire family toward liberation.
The Transformation of Zheng Tianyun: From Outcast to Venerable
An Interview with the Venerable Zheng Tianyun from 1,800 Years Ago
Born with a disfigured face, Zheng Tianyun was cast aside by his family and shunned by his village as a harbinger of misfortune. His journey from the depths of despair to a life of profound Dharma practice reveals the inconceivable power of transformation and the true meaning of filial piety.
The Karmic Retribution of the Chicken Seller
An Interview with the Venerable Wancheng of Seven Hundred and Eighty Years Ago
This is a record of an interview with the Venerable Wancheng, who lived approximately seven hundred and eighty years ago. He now resides in the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. In this account, he reflects upon the tragic karmic retribution experienced by his mother, known as 'Chicken Mother Aunt,' and the profound spiritual transformation that followed their encounter with the truth of the laws of karma and cause and effect. This interview was recorded by the chief writer, Shi Fajing, on January 26, 2019.
The Circle of Compassion
An Interview with the Venerable Mingjue
This is a record of an interview with the Venerable Mingjue, who sought Chao Du at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Australia. He now resides in the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. This account reflects upon his life approximately 2,100 years ago. Recorded by the chief writer, Shi Fajing, on January 25, 2019.
The Son Who Played the Fool to Save His Father
An Interview with the Venerable Rukong
This is a record of an interview with the Venerable Rukong, who sought Chao Du at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Australia. He now resides in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss. This account reflects upon his life approximately 1,900 years ago. Recorded by the disciple Shi Fajing on January 24, 2019.
The Filial Son Who Carried Waste
An Interview with the 570th Venerable, Shen Tianci
Born into extreme poverty, Shen Tianci spent his youth performing the humble task of carrying waste to support his disabled mother and aging father. His journey from a ridiculed child to a compassionate monk, and his eventual deliverance by Practitioner Su, reveals the profound power of filial piety and the Buddha's infinite compassion.