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A Father's Journey Home to the Western Pure Land
An Interview with Wang Wencheng
Wang Wencheng shares his profound journey from the confusion of the ghost realm to the ultimate peace of the Western Pure Land, offering heartfelt guidance to his daughter and all who seek the path of deliverance.
The Heart of the Buddha: Words to Ananda
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
Namo Amituofo explains the profound significance of Ananda’s role in the Infinite Life Sutra and the timeless importance of being close to the Buddha’s teachings for one’s own spiritual Awakening.
Coming from Nowhere, Going to Nowhere: The Words of Namo Amituofo
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
An exploration of the profound nature of the Buddha, who transcends the limitations of time, space, and the cycle of rebirth, and how we may connect with this eternal truth.
The Awakening of the Bodhi Mind
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
Arouse the Bodhi mind and single-mindedly recite Namo Amituofo. This is the essential guidance for all who seek rebirth in the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. Namo Amituofo explains the profound significance of this heart of awakening and how it serves as the foundation for our journey toward Buddhahood.
The Solitude and Trembling of the Worldly Heart
Words of Namo Amituofo
In the Infinite Life Sutra, the phrase 'qiong qiong song song' describes the profound loneliness and anxiety of beings in this world. Namo Amituofo explains how to transcend this state by returning to our true self.
Opening the Dharma Treasury for All
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
Namo Amituofo reveals the profound meaning of opening the Dharma Treasury and bestowing the treasures of merit, guiding all beings back to their true nature through the Infinite Life Sutra.
The Extraordinary Wisdom of Dharmakara Bhikshu
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
An exploration of the profound qualities of Dharmakara Bhikshu and the importance of aligning our practice with the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Way to achieve liberation.
Subduing Demonic Enemies with the Power of Concentration and Wisdom
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju explains the profound process of subduing demonic enemies through the cultivation of concentration and wisdom, as outlined in the Infinite Life Sutra, and how this path leads to ultimate Awakening.
A Mind Without Confusion
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
Namo Amituofo explains the profound importance of maintaining a clear, focused mind through daily practice to ensure a peaceful transition to the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss.
The Essence of a Pure Heart
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju explains that purity is the most precious quality in our practice, serving as the essential foundation for reaching Awakening and purifying our Body-Mind-Spirit.
The Words of Namo Amituofo: Do Not Forget Your Original Intention
A Message for Practitioners
Namo Amituofo reminds all practitioners of the importance of maintaining their original intention, the precious seed of Bodhicitta that guides one from worldly defilement to the pure path of the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss.
Practising Within the Vows
Words of Namo Amituofo, recorded and transcribed by Namo Amituofo’s disciple, Venerable HaiZe
In this profound teaching, Namo Amituofo illuminates the essential role of the Three Provisions—Faith, Vows, and Practice—in our journey toward rebirth in the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. By aligning our personal vows with the Great Vows of Namo Amituofo, we can overcome the obstacles of karma and find our way back to our true self.