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Letting Go of Worldly Emotion

This teaching was recorded by the chief writer, Venerable HaiZe, on the 13th of November, 2022. It is a profound instruction from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju regarding the necessity of letting go of worldly attachments to achieve true liberation.

The Weight of Emotion

Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju teaches us: "If emotion is not heavy, one is not born in the Saha world; if love is not deep, one does not fall into the cycle of reincarnation." We often find ourselves living within a world defined by our emotions. We use these emotional connections as a crutch for our heart, seeking comfort in the transient bonds of this world. Yet, in doing so, we give rise to the seven emotions and the , which act as the script for the endless stories of our reincarnation.

The Mechanics of

In truth, emotion is the primary axis upon which our karma revolves. The things we rely on in our heart are merely the manifestation of the laws of karma and cause and effect. When we cling to these emotional attachments, we are essentially feeding the cycle of reincarnation. We must ask ourselves: how many can truly see that these bonds are the very chains that hold us back from the of Ultimate Bliss?

Entering the Path of

When one enters the life of a practitioner, one is stepping into a world that transcends the mundane. The path of Pure Land practice is focused on reaching an awakened being, saving oneself, and helping all beings leave suffering behind. Our ultimate goal is to end the cycle of reincarnation and be reborn in the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. Therefore, regarding the emotions of this world, one must learn to let go.

Transforming Ties

To break free from the shackles of karma and the cycle of reincarnation, we must transform our emotional entanglements into affinity. By shifting our focus from the transient to the eternal, we create the opportunity to reach an awakened being, leave suffering behind, and finally be reborn in the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. This is the only way to truly find the peace we seek. May we all take these words to heart and practise with diligence.