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The Power of the State of Deep Peace and Wisdom in Pure Land Practice
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
In the Pure Land Dharma Gate, the power of the state of deep peace and wisdom is the fruit of unwavering concentration. Through the Holy Name of Namo Amituofo, we can exhaust our confusion, eliminate our faults, and ultimately attain Buddhahood.
Abiding in the State of Samadhi
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
To abide in Samadhi is to dwell within a state of profound stability and light, remaining unmoved by the shifting tides of the external world. Through the guidance of Namo Amituofo, we learn to anchor our hearts in this unwavering peace, ensuring our practice remains constant and our light shines upon all beings.
The Profound State of Abiding in Deep Meditation (Concentration)
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
Namo Amituofo explains the profound state of abiding in deep Meditation (Concentration), clarifying that it is not merely a physical posture, but the inherent, immovable stillness of our true self.
Stopping Thoughts and Chanting Namo Amituofo
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
A profound teaching on the necessity of awareness, the danger of unchecked thoughts, and the transformative power of chanting Namo Amituofo to attain the state of deep peace and wisdom.
Samadhi: The Path to Awakening
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
In this profound teaching, Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju explores the nature of Samadhi, explaining how the practice of chanting Namo Amituofo leads to the realisation of our true self and the ultimate unity of the heart, the Buddha, and the practitioner.
The Essence of Meditative Concentration: Teachings from Ashvaghosha Bodhisattva
An Interview with Ashvaghosha Bodhisattva
Meditative concentration is not merely a state of stillness; it is the natural manifestation of a practitioner's inner dignity and the foundation upon which true wisdom is revealed. Through the Three Learnings of Precepts (Discipline), Concentration, and Wisdom, we can cultivate a mind that remains unmoved by the chaos of the world, ultimately leading to the realisation of our true nature.