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Coming and Going at Will
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju offers profound guidance on the state of 'Coming and Going at Will,' explaining how a dedicated practitioner can achieve true liberation of body, mind, and spirit through the practice of Namo Amituofo.
Another Beginning: Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
First Session of the Thrice Yearning Ceremony, 29 December 2024
In the cycle of existence, every ending is merely the precursor to a new beginning. When we speak of spiritual practice, both the ending and the beginning are defined by the state of our hearts and minds. Everything originates from the heart.
Managing the Heart Well: Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teachings from the Third Session of the Thrice Yearning Ceremony
The heart is the master of our existence. When we engage in spiritual practice, we must begin by putting in the work within our own hearts. By doing so, both our physical body and our spirit can be adjusted and harmonised simultaneously. If the heart can truly master itself, a pure and tranquil heart will provide the peace and stability that our body and spirit so desperately need.
Teachings on What to Allow and What to Stop by Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
A Message from the Third Session of the Thrice Yearning Ceremony
In this profound teaching delivered during the Thrice Yearning Ceremony, Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju provides clear guidance on the essential practices to embrace and the harmful habits to relinquish on the path to spiritual liberation.
Passing in a Flash: Reflections on the Fleeting Nature of Time
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Time flows like a river, never pausing for our convenience. Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju reminds us that our days are passing quickly, and we must use this precious time to purify our hearts, correct our faults, and return to our true self and self-nature.
Everything Originates from the Heart: Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju explains how the heart is the root of all causes and the foundation of our spiritual practice, guiding us toward the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss.
Guidance for All Spirits: Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Where does the spirit go after this life? Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju offers profound guidance on the nature of our journey, the necessity of letting go of attachments, and the transformative power of the Thrice Yearning Ceremony at Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre.
The Story of Time: An Eternal Record
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Every being carries a unique story of time, etched into the depths of their consciousness. Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju reveals how we can transcend the cycle of rebirth and find ultimate liberation.
Embracing a New Life of Practice
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju offers profound guidance on the transformative journey of transitioning from a secular life to a life of dedicated practice within the monastic community.
Everything for Sentient Beings
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
To achieve success in your practice, you must understand that your purpose is to save all sentient beings. This is the true Buddha-heart. By purifying yourself, you are not merely working for your own liberation, but for the benefit of the countless beings connected to you through karma and existence.
The Purification of Body and Spirit
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju offers profound guidance on the interdependence of our physical form and our spiritual nature, explaining how to maintain purity through the practice of Namo Amituofo.
The Dharma Comes Naturally
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Everything that comes naturally is the Dharma. When you possess the clear eye of wisdom, you will find the truth in every corner of existence, allowing the Dharma to flow through your daily life.