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A Radiant Return to the Western Pure Land
An Interview with Lay Practitioner Wang Shuxian
Lay Practitioner Wang Shuxian, mother of Lay Practitioner Lin Yanfang, shares her journey from the darkness of ignorance to the radiant, peaceful embrace of the Western Pure Land, reflecting on the truth of life and the immense blessing of encountering the Dharma.
Dharma Joy: The Radiance of the Awakened Heart
Teachings from Teacher-Practitioner Xia Lianju
Dharma joy is the natural, radiant expression of a heart that has truly connected with the wisdom of the Buddha. It is a profound state of being that arises when we align our lives with the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Way.
The Path to Peace and Dharma Joy
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
Namo Amituofo teaches that by practising the Six Perfections and maintaining a still, pure heart, one can attain profound peace and Dharma joy, ultimately leading to the realisation of Buddhahood.
The Joy of Awakening: Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
On the occasion of the Noon Offering, Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju shares profound insights on the joy of the Dharma, the nature of the self, and the magnificent opportunity for liberation found at Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre.
Transforming Your Practice: A New Way of Being
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju offers profound guidance to the fourfold assembly on how to refine daily practices, such as prostrations, walking meditation, and scripture recitation, to achieve a state of being that is truly different from the past.
The Inconceivable Wonder of Faith and Chanting
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju shares profound insights on the inconceivable nature of faith, the practice of chanting Namo Amituofo, and the boundless compassion of the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss.
Suddenly Enlightened: The True Value of Human Life
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
What does it truly mean to be suddenly enlightened? Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju reveals the profound purpose of our existence and how we can transcend the cycle of suffering to find our original, luminous nature.
The Moment of Emergence: Teachings on Awakening
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
On April 9, 2022, during the first session of the Thrice Yearning Ceremony, Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju provided profound guidance on the path to awakening, the removal of mental obstacles, and the importance of diligent practice at Hsiang Kuang.
Rebirth in the Western Pure Land: The Testimony of Bodhisattva Zhang Zhengdao
An Interview with Lay Practitioner Zhang Zhengdao
Lay Practitioner Zhang Zhengdao shares his profound gratitude and transformation after being guided to the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss through the deliverance ceremonies at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre.
The Radiance of True Joy
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
True joy is not a mask we wear for others, but a profound state of inner peace that naturally radiates from a heart filled with the Dharma.
The Profound Peace of a Still Heart
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
True peace is not found in the external world, but is an inherent quality of the heart. By understanding that all things are connected by karmic affinity and maintaining a stable mind, we can realise our true nature and find lasting happiness.
The Radiance of True Joy
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
True joy is not merely a fleeting emotion; it is a profound state of the heart that arises from sincerity, understanding, and the diligent pursuit of the path to awakening.