Master Yongning
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The True Essence of Buddha’s Teachings
An Interview with Venerable Yongning
Venerable Yongning reflects on the profound nature of practice at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre, the reality of spiritual Chao Du, and the path to resolving karmic debts.
Letting Go of the Pain
An Interview with Venerable Yongning
Venerable Yongning reflects on the profound liberation of spirits during a Dharma assembly, sharing the poignant story of a soul who finally released the chains of romantic attachment to find peace in the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss.
The Onion of the Soul: A Path to Awakening
An Interview with Venerable Yongning
Venerable Yongning reflects on the duality of the human condition, the necessity of peeling away layers of habits, and the unwavering sincerity required to walk the path toward becoming a Buddha.
The Essence of Purity and the Path to Awakening
An Interview with Venerable Yongning
Venerable Yongning discusses the true meaning of purity, the relationship between the physical body and the spirit, and how the teachings of Practitioner Su reveal the profound truth of the universe to save all sentient beings.
Each in Their Place: A Path of Devotion
An Interview with Venerable Yongning
Venerable Yongning reflects on the temporary nature of worldly existence, the importance of the fourfold assembly at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre, and the profound responsibility of cultivating a boundless, compassionate heart.
The Illusion of the Human World
An Interview with Venerable Yongning
Venerable Yongning reflects on the nature of existence, the cycle of rebirth, and the importance of the Dharma in transcending the complexities of the human world.
The Fire of Anger: Teachings from Venerable Yongning
An Interview with Venerable Yongning
Venerable Yongning, a monastic who sought deliverance at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre, shares profound insights on the destructive nature of anger, how it traps sentient beings in the cycle of rebirth, and the vital importance of cultivating mind-capacity to achieve liberation.
The Chef's Burden and a Daughter's Vow
An Interview with the Spirit of Showa Yukihito
A devoted father and professional chef, Showa Yukihito reflects on the karmic toll of his life's work, the invisible spirits that bound him, and the hope for salvation through his daughters' devotion at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre.
The Fall and Redemption of a Hedonist
An Interview with the Spirit of Yongning
This is a record of an interview with Yongning, who sought deliverance at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Australia. He now resides in the Western Dharma-Nature Land. This account reflects upon his life as a wealthy, hedonistic youth and his subsequent rebirth as a worm. Recorded by the disciple Shi Faxin on August 16, 2019.
The Tangled Threads of Karmic Affinity
An Interview with Venerable Yongning
Venerable Yongning explores the intricate web of karmic connections between beings, illustrating how past grievances and affections manifest in the present, and how the practice of Chao Du at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre offers a path to liberation.
The Path of Right Faith and Enlightenment
An Interview with Venerable Yongning
Venerable Yongning, a dedicated practitioner at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre, shares profound insights on the nature of existence and the path to liberation. This interview explores the fundamental obstacles that bind beings to the cycle of reincarnation and the necessity of diligent practice to achieve true enlightenment.
To Whom Does This Body Belong?
An Interview with Venerable Yongning
Venerable Yongning reflects on the transience of existence, the illusion of the physical form, and the necessity of seeking rebirth in the Western Pure Land after his own journey through the Demon Realm.