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No Coming, No Going: The True Nature of Existence
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
A profound teaching on the transient nature of the human form, the importance of spiritual cultivation, and the rare opportunity to find liberation at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre.
Recognising the Illusory Nature of Existence
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju provides profound insights into the illusory nature of our worldly existence, guiding us on how to use this temporary life to cultivate the true self and attain Buddhahood.
The Radiance of the Body: Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
A Discourse on Inner Light during the Thrice Yearning Ceremony
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju explains how the radiance of the body serves as a profound indicator of one's spiritual quality, reflecting the journey from karmic burden to the golden light of the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss.
Everything is Mind-Only: Words of Namo Amituofo
A Discourse from Namo Amituofo
Namo Amituofo teaches us that the mind is the architect of our reality. Whether we dwell in the six realms of existence or the Four Sacred Realms, our destination is determined by the state of our heart and the actions we take.
The Path of Diligent Practice and Steady Progress
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
In this age of the Dharma’s decline, diligent practice is the only way to overcome the heavy karmic obstacles and spiritual pollution that plague our modern lives. Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju reminds us that through the support of Namo Amituofo and the guidance of the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre, we can find the strength to persevere and achieve true Awakening.
The Splendour of the Lotus Pond in the Western Pure Land
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju shares a profound vision of the Lotus Pond in the Western Pure Land, explaining how our daily practice and spiritual state directly manifest as the lotus flowers that await our arrival in the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss.
The Four Immeasurables: Compassion, Joy, and Selfless Giving
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju offers profound guidance on the Four Immeasurables, explaining how these virtues serve as the foundation for healing the mind, overcoming suffering, and walking the path toward Buddhahood.
The Illusion of Worldly Pleasure
An Interview with Venerable Chang Ren
Venerable Chang Ren, a monastic who sought deliverance through the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre, explores the fundamental difference between fleeting physical desires and the enduring, profound joy found through the cultivation of the spirit and the teachings of the Buddha.
The Art of Wise Speech
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
True skill in communication is not merely about the words we choose, but the wisdom, compassion, and integrity we embody. Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju offers profound guidance on how to use our speech to benefit others and reflect our true nature.
The Nature of No-Body
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
During the ninth day of the Hong Kong Winter Disaster Relief and Wish-Fulfillment Dharma Assembly, Namo Amituofo provided profound guidance on the transient nature of our physical existence and the importance of cultivating our self-nature while we still possess a human form.
The True Meaning of Being Alive
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
On the twenty-sixth day of the World Disaster Mitigation and Blessing Dharma Assembly, Namo Amituofo offered a profound discourse on the true essence of living, urging us to look beyond the physical breath and nurture our eternal spirit.
Nurturing the Seeds of Wisdom
An Interview with Venerable Chang Ren on Children's Education
Venerable Chang Ren shares profound insights on the importance of early spiritual education, the challenges of modern parenting, and how the pure environment of the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre helps children cultivate their true nature.