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Reflections on the Path of a Ruler: An Interview with Sun Quan
An Interview with Sun Quan of the Three Kingdoms Period
Sun Quan, the founder of the Eastern Wu dynasty, shares his profound reflections on his past life, the heavy karmic burden of leadership, and his eventual journey to the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre to seek true liberation.
The Buddha and Sentient Beings: A Discourse on Our True Nature
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
Namo Amituofo explains the profound connection between the Buddha and sentient beings, the compassionate legacy of Shakyamuni Buddha, and the significance of Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre as a gateway to the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss.
The Illusion of Talent and the Burden of Pride
An Interview with the Western Jin Dynasty Writer, Zuo Si
A reflection on the life of the renowned Western Jin Dynasty writer Zuo Si, who recounts his journey from a life of intellectual pride and seclusion to his eventual awakening and purification in the Western Land of Dharma Nature.
Transcending Gain and Loss: Transforming Your World
Teachings from Great Master Xuanzang
How do we define gain and loss? These concepts arise entirely from the heart. By understanding the nature of the self and the power of our own awareness, we can move from confusion to awakening, transforming the world around us through the practice of no-self.
The Arhat’s Journey and the Magnificence of the Pure Land
A Discourse by Namo Amituofo
An exploration of the Arhat's attainment within the Four Sacred Realms and why the Pure Land Dharma Gate remains the most magnificent path to Buddhahood in the age of the Dharma's decline.
The Affinity of Manifestation: Teachings from Namo Amituofo
Reflections on the Path of Practitioner Su
Namo Amituofo explains the profound nature of how Buddhas and Bodhisattvas manifest in the world, the role of Dharma affinity, and the internal struggle between our true self and the karmic creditors residing within our bodies.
The Bodhimanda of Buddhahood
Words of Namo Amituofo
Namo Amituofo reveals the nature of the Bodhimanda, both in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss and here at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre, guiding us toward the realisation of our true nature.
Who is the Master of Your Body?
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
In this profound teaching, Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju explores the fundamental question of who truly controls our physical form, revealing how our Body-Mind-Spirit is influenced by karmic creditors, attached spirits, and the path to Awakening.
The Wisdom of Namo Amituofo: Letting Go of the Self
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
How can we transcend the illusion of the self? Namo Amituofo guides us through the path of constant chanting and selfless action, revealing how to use this temporary human form to attain the eternal truth.
Do Not Be Deceived: Teachings on True Cultivation
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju offers profound guidance on how to avoid the traps of reincarnation, transcend the illusions of the physical world, and return to one's true self through the practice of chanting Namo Amituofo.
Joyful Awakening: Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
The Second Session of the Thrice Yearning Ceremony
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju shares profound insights on the joy of Awakening, the presence of Namo Amituofo at Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre, and the immense benefit of saving beings through the power of the Buddha's teachings.
Striking While the Iron is Hot: A Teaching on Diligent Practice
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju offers a profound teaching on the urgency of spiritual practice, using the metaphor of forging iron to illustrate how we must seize the rare opportunity to attain Awakening while the conditions are perfect.