Revered Ones
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The Dust of Emotion
An Interview with the Spirit of De'an
This is a record of an interview with De'an, who sought Chao Du at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Australia. He now resides in the Western Land of Dharma Nature. This account reflects upon his life approximately 670 years ago. Recorded by the chief writer, Shi Fa, on May 11, 2019.
The Reflection of the Moon in the Water
An Interview with the Venerable Renda
A wayward youth, once lost in the pursuit of worldly pleasures, recounts his transformation through the guidance of his godmother and the profound awakening of his true nature. This is the story of how he learned that true compassion is not bought with wealth, but cultivated through the selfless service of others.
The Path of Light
An Interview with the Venerable Lu Binwa
A reflection on the life of Lu Binwa, who transitioned from a childhood of bloodshed and tragedy to a life of spiritual awakening and devotion to the Dharma.
The Path of Selfless Compassion: An Interview with the Venerable Tianren
A Testimony from Three Hundred and Twenty Years Ago
Born into a life of rejection and hardship, Tianren learned early that the heart is not meant to be bound by worldly attachments. By letting go of the self, he discovered a boundless capacity for compassion that could transform even the most hardened souls.
The Illusion of Love and the Weight of Attachment
An Interview with the Spirit of Mu Xuanli
This is a record of an interview with Mu Xuanli, who sought Chao Du at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Australia. He now resides in the Western Land of Dharma Nature. This account reflects upon his life approximately 720 years ago. Recorded by the chief writer, Shi Fa, on May 3, 2019.
The Boy Who Chanted the Buddha-Name
An Interview with the Spirit of Chang Tai (580 Years Ago)
A young boy discovers the inconceivable power of the Buddha-name, using it to break the hypnotic hold of a dark spirit and solve a mystery in his village.
The Karmic Debt of a Mother's Love
An Interview with Ye Lanting from Seven Centuries Ago
This is a record of an interview with Ye Lanting, who sought Chao Du at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Australia. He now resides in the Western Land of Dharma Nature. This account reflects upon his life approximately 700 years ago. Recorded by the chief writer, Shi Fa, on April 30, 2019.
The Legacy of the Hidden Scriptures
An Interview with the Spirit of Long Quan
Long Quan, a man who lived 1,650 years ago, recounts his journey of discovering his grandfather's hidden scriptures, the tragic history of his family's persecution, and his lifelong commitment to propagating the Dharma despite the influence of demonic forces.
The Reunion of Souls: A Journey from Separation to the Dharma
An Interview with Yang Qian from Three Centuries Ago
This is a record of an interview with Yang Qian, who sought deliverance 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 301 years ago. Recorded by the chief writer, Shi Fa Jing, on April 27, 2019.
The Dandelion Seed of the Dharma
An Interview with the Spirit of Haitian from Five Centuries Ago
A reflection on the life of Haitian, a young practitioner from five centuries ago who was raised in a family dedicated to the Buddha's path, learning to spread the Dharma like dandelion seeds in the wind.
The Lost Childhood of Gao Chengbin
An Interview with the Venerable Jue Ming
This is a record of an interview with Gao Chengbin, who sought Chao Du at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Australia. He now resides in the Western Land of Dharma Nature. This account reflects upon his life approximately 421 years ago. Recorded by the chief writer, Shi Fa, on April 23, 2019.
The Boy Who Spoke to Animals
An Interview with the Venerable Pu Xia
A reflection on the childhood of Venerable Pu Xia, whose innate compassion and unique ability to communicate with animals led him to save lives from an early age.