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The Guardian of the Lantern
An Interview with Kun Chongjia, a Former Prison Guard
Kun Chongjia, a dedicated public servant from the Ming Dynasty, shares his journey from a life of service in a local county office to his long tenure as a prison guard in the hell realms, and his eventual deliverance to the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss.
The Heart of Unity in Practice
Words of Namo Amituofo, Recorded by Venerable HaiZe
Namo Amituofo provides profound guidance on the importance of unity, mindfulness, and the spiritual merit found in every act of service within the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre.
Prioritising the Collective Good
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
A profound teaching on the importance of prioritising community affairs, cultivating merit through service, and aligning our mind-capacity with the vast compassion of Namo Amituofo.
The Deliverance of Pan Guoying: From Hell to the Western Pure Land
An Interview with the Spirit of Pan Guoying
Pan Guoying, a spirit who spent lifetimes in suffering and eventually served as a prison guard in the hells, shares his journey of finding true happiness through service and the ultimate liberation granted by Namo Amituofo and Practitioner Su.
The Fulfillment of a Life of Service
An Interview with Tang Yuan-an, a Former Hell Guard
Tang Yuan-an, a former hell guard, shares his journey from a lonely childhood to a life dedicated to service, and his eventual deliverance to the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss through the compassion of Practitioner Su.
The Infinite Blessings of a Life Given to Others
An Interview with Lin Baifu, a Former Prison Guard of the Hells
Lin Baifu, a man who spent his life in service to others, reflects on his journey from a wealthy upbringing to the depths of the hells, and his eventual deliverance to the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss through the teachings of Practitioner Su.
The Joyful Mediator: A Life of Service and Deliverance
An Interview with the Spirit of Feng Meihua
Feng Meihua, a woman known for her robust spirit and natural ability to resolve conflicts, reflects on her life of service, her time as a prison guard in the hells, and her ultimate deliverance to the Western Pure Land through the compassion of Practitioner Su.
From the Soil of Africa to the Western Pure Land
An Interview with Zhou Jina, a Former Prison Guard
Zhou Jina, a woman of African descent raised in Taiwan, shares her journey from a life of service and agricultural dedication to her eventual role as a prison guard in the afterlife, and her final deliverance to the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss through the compassion of Practitioner Su.
The Spirit of Service: Teachings on Selfless Contribution
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju offers profound guidance on the importance of adaptability, humility, and the selfless spirit of service within the bodhimanda, reminding us that every task is an opportunity to polish our character and accumulate merit.
The High Cost of Perfection
An Interview with the Spirit of Chen Guangzhong
A former software engineer reflects on the tragic consequences of his workaholic lifestyle, his time trapped in a spirit workspace, and his eventual deliverance through the compassion of Practitioner Su at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre.
The Benevolent Jailer of the Underworld
An Interview with Wang Tianfu, a Soul of Compassion
Wang Tianfu, a wealthy landowner who dedicated his life to charity, reflects on his journey from a life of virtue to his service in the underworld, and his eventual liberation to the Western Pure Land through the teachings of Practitioner Su.
The Joy of Helping Others: A Prison Guard's Reflection
An Interview with the Spirit of Zheng Kaixi
Zheng Kaixi, a former prison guard in the underworld, reflects on his life of service, the karmic lessons he learned, and his ultimate liberation through the teachings of Practitioner Su at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre.