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The Path to Forgetting the Self
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
To forget the self is to open the door to no-self. When we let go of our ego, we finally create the space for our true nature to awaken. Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju offers profound guidance on how to transcend the heavy chains of the ego through the power of Namo Amituofo.
The Art of Gratitude and Acceptance
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Before one reaches the state of Awakening, our understanding of the reality of the universe remains incomplete. Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju offers profound guidance on how to transcend the ego, accept criticism with gratitude, and allow our true nature to manifest naturally through the practice of the fourfold assembly.
The Spirit of Seeking the Dharma: Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju explains the true spirit of seeking the Dharma, emphasising that the path to Awakening requires the complete surrender of the ego and the courage to face all tests with an unmoved mind.
Do Not Think of Yourself: Teachings from Namo Amituofo
Recorded by Venerable HaiZe on November 2, 2024
Namo Amituofo teaches that the concept of the 'self' is the root of all karmic suffering. By replacing the thought of 'I' with the sacred name of Namo Amituofo, we can melt the heavy stones of our ego and walk the path toward true Awakening and rebirth in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss.
The Harm of Ego
An Interview with Lai Tiancheng, a Jailer of the Underworld
This is a record of an interview with Lai Tiancheng, who sought deliverance at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Australia. He now resides in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss. This account reflects upon his past lives and his time serving as a jailer in the underworld. Recorded by the chief writer, Shi Fa, on June 30, 2024.
Overcoming the Bottleneck of the Self
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
In this profound teaching from the Thrice Yearning Ceremony, Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju explains why our spiritual practice often hits a wall and how we can transcend the ego to find true liberation.
The Path of Practice at Hsiang Kuang
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju offers profound guidance on the nature of our spiritual journey, the unique sanctuary provided by Hsiang Kuang, and the essential necessity of letting go of the ego to achieve liberation.
The Boundless Freedom of the True Self
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
A profound teaching on why true freedom is found not in the indulgence of the ego, but in the discipline of the Precepts and the realisation of one's true nature.
The Humble Path to Awakening
Words of Namo Amituofo
Namo Amituofo teaches that the path to awakening is not found in the grand displays of the ego, but in the quiet, humble practice of letting go of the self.
The Path to True Practice: Transforming the Heart
Amitabha Buddha's discourse
Namo Amituofo offers profound guidance on why talented individuals often struggle on the path of practice, explaining how to transform worldly habits into the fuel for true awakening and purification.
What is Truly Important?
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
In this profound teaching, Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju guides us on how to discern what is truly essential in our lives, urging us to prioritise our spiritual practice over worldly distractions and to confront our ego with sincerity.
The Fortress Within the Heart
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
A profound teaching on how the ego-attachments we build as mental fortresses hinder our awakening, and how to transform these defenses into the boundless compassion of Namo Amituofo.