Teachings from , recorded and transcribed by the disciple of Namo Amituofo, Venerable HaiZe, on the fourth of April, 2026.
The phrase, "Opening the Treasury for all, and widely bestowing the treasures of merit," is a sacred passage found within the seventh chapter of the Infinite Life Sutra (The Buddha Speaks the , Infinite Life, Adornment, Purity, Impartiality, and Sutra), titled "The Certainty of Attaining Enlightenment." This profound teaching serves as a beacon for all sentient beings, illuminating the path toward their original, true nature.
To open this treasury is to reveal the teachings contained within the Infinite Life Sutra. It is to share with the world the truth that every being possesses an inherent Dharma-nature and an original nature that is pure and perfect. By embracing the holy name of Namo Amituofo and turning our hearts toward the of Ultimate Bliss, we begin the journey of returning home.
Rediscovering the True Self
How can one truly find their way back to this original nature? The key lies in the practice of "arouse the Bodhi mind and single-mindedly recite Namo Amituofo." When you commit yourself to this path, you are not merely reciting words; you are peeling away the layers of confusion that have obscured your true self for countless lifetimes.
Within your true nature, there lies a vast, infinite storehouse of:
Infinite Wisdom: The clarity to see the truth of the universe and the nature of all phenomena.
Virtuous Power: The capacity to act with compassion and strength, benefiting all beings without attachment.
Auspicious Characteristics: The inner beauty and dignity that naturally manifest when one is in harmony with the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Way.
The Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss is not a distant, unreachable realm. It is the Buddha-land that has manifested directly from -nature of Amitabha Buddha. It is the ultimate destination for those who seek to leave suffering behind and find happiness.
The Living Presence of the Buddha
Once you have personally benefited from this practice, it becomes your duty to share these treasures with others. You must widely introduce the practice of "arouse the Bodhi mind and single-mindedly recite Namo Amituofo," and share the profound reality of our true nature and the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. By doing so, you allow others to access these same treasures of merit.
Consider the magnificent reality of the present moment. Namo Amituofo is truly residing here at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Goombungee, Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia. Through the diligent practice of Practitioner Su, who has aroused the Bodhi mind and single-mindedly recites Namo Amituofo, the centre has become a place of profound spiritual .
Practitioner Su has realised the true nature and attained the magnificent benefits of the Dharma, gaining the ability to freely travel to and from the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. Having attained the , Practitioner Su now dedicates every effort to opening the Dharma Treasury for all and widely bestowing these treasures of merit.
A Call to Diligent Practice
This is an opportunity that is difficult to encounter even in millions of years. The fact that Namo Amituofo is residing at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre is a rare and precious event. It is a golden opportunity for you to draw near, seek the Dharma, and make the vow to be reborn in the Western Pure Land—a vow that can truly be fulfilled.
We urge you to:
Arouse the Bodhi mind: Let your heart be filled with the aspiration to attain enlightenment for the sake of all beings.
Single-mindedly recite Namo Amituofo: Let the holy name be the anchor of your life, guiding you through the storms of samsara.
Save all beings: Actively work to help suffering beings and even the demon crowds leave suffering behind and find happiness.
Guide the fourfold assembly: Teach the monks, nuns, laymen, and laywomen to seek their true nature, ensuring the lineage of the Pure Land path continues to flourish.
By following these steps, you will be reborn in the Western Land of Dharma Nature, and from there, you will fulfill your ultimate wish to enter the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. Let us work together to save countless suffering beings and guide them back to the light of the Buddha.
