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The Precepts as the Foundation of the Dharma
An Interview with Great Master Jianzhen, First Patriarch of the Japanese Ritsu School
Great Master Jianzhen, the first patriarch of the Japanese Ritsu school, reflects on his arduous journey to bring the Vinaya to Japan, the nature of Dharma affinity, and the vital importance of upholding the precepts for the continuation of the Buddha's wisdom-life.
Fearless of Demonic Tests
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
The path of practice is a profound journey of transformation, moving from the world of desire to the purity of the transcendent. In this teaching, Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju explains how to face the inevitable tests of the path with unwavering faith and the power of Namo Amituofo.
The Original Nature of the Buddha's Heart
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
Namo Amituofo reveals that the Precepts and virtues are not external rules, but the inherent nature of our true self, obscured by the illusions of samsara.
Mastering the Art of Inner Transformation
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
To practise is to master the art of inner transformation. By skilfully adjusting our heart, thoughts, and actions, we can purify our Body-Mind-Spirit and align ourselves with the Universal Principles, Truth, and the Right Path, ultimately leading to Awakening.
The Foundation of Meditative Concentration
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
A profound teaching on how to cultivate meditative concentration, the importance of the Discipline (Precepts), and the dangers of ego-attachment in one's spiritual practice.
Repeated Reminders for the Path of Practice
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
A compassionate teaching on the necessity of repeated guidance, the importance of Precepts, Concentration, and Wisdom, and the profound responsibility of practitioners at Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre.
The Path of Right Action: Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Second Session of the Thrice Yearning Ceremony, June 6, 2025
To act in accordance with the Truth is the essence of our practice. By aligning our hearts and actions with the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Way, we transform our lives from confusion to awakening, ensuring that every step we take leads us closer to the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss.
The Wisdom of Restraint: Teachings from Namo Amituofo
Words of Namo Amituofo
In this profound discourse, Namo Amituofo guides practitioners on the vital importance of self-discipline, the necessity of abandoning negative habits, and the path to true repentance.
The Subtle Manifestation of Our True Nature
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju explains the delicate interplay between our Buddha-nature and the afflictions of the world, guiding us on how to navigate the path from confusion to awakening.
Unlocking the True Self: Teachings on Karmic Imprisonment
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
In this profound teaching from the Thrice Yearning Ceremony, Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju reveals how our true self becomes trapped within the body due to past karma, and how we may find liberation through the power of Namo Amituofo.
Practising Caution in Speech and Action
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
In this profound teaching from the Thrice Yearning Ceremony, Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju reminds us that the path to awakening requires constant vigilance over our thoughts, words, and deeds. By upholding the Precepts and chanting the name of Namo Amituofo, we protect our Body-Mind-Spirit and ensure our journey toward the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss.
The Hundred Battles Within: Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Third Session of the Thrice Yearning Ceremony
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju explains that the true battlefield of a practitioner is not in the external world, but within the heart. It is the ongoing struggle between our desire to change our personality traits and the habits that hold us back, a war between the Buddha-heart and the demon-heart.