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The Emperor Who Longed for the Dharma
An Interview with Emperor Shunzhi of the Qing Dynasty
Emperor Shunzhi, the first Qing ruler to enter the Central Plains, reflects on his short, turbulent life, the burden of the imperial throne, and his ultimate journey to the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss.
The Unheard Voice of a Qing Dynasty Visionary
An Interview with the Spirit of Gong Zizhen
A candid reflection from the Qing Dynasty thinker Gong Zizhen on his life, his unfulfilled political ambitions, and his journey from the depths of hell to the Western Land of Dharma Nature.
The Scholar's Perspective on the Siku Quanshu
An Interview with the Spirit of Ji Yun (Ji Xiaolan)
A reflective account from the spirit of the renowned Qing dynasty scholar Ji Yun, discussing his role in the compilation of the Siku Quanshu, his relationship with the Qianlong Emperor, and the weight of historical legacy.
The Final Verdict of the Qing Dynasty Official Liu Yong
An Interview with the Spirit of Liu Yong (Liu Luoguo)
This is a record of an interview with Liu Yong, also known as Liu Luoguo, who sought Spiritual Deliverance at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Australia. He now resides in the Western Land of Dharma Nature. This account reflects upon his life approximately 200 years ago. Recorded by the chief writer, Fa Ning, on March 6, 2026.
The Guardian of the Fallen Empire
An Interview with the Spirit of Gu Hanren, a Qing Dynasty Official
A Qing Dynasty official reflects on his life of duty, the tragedy of the opium wars, his time as a guard in the hells, and his ultimate deliverance to the Western Pure Land by Practitioner Su.
The Integrity of a Young Soul
An Interview with the Spirit of Zhou Pingzhi, a Qing Dynasty Prison Guard
Zhou Pingzhi, a young boy from the Qing Dynasty who was murdered for his integrity, shares his journey from a humble inn worker to a prison guard in the underworld, and his ultimate deliverance to the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss by Practitioner Su.