The Essence of Every Present Moment
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
Recorded by Venerable HaiZe on 18 March 2023
The Infinite Depth of the Eternal Now
The term "the present moment" is a common expression used within the human world. Across different dimensions of time and space, there are various languages and written characters used to describe this concept. Regardless of how it is described, what is being referred to is this very moment—the "now." It is even more subtle than the immediate present, reaching into the infinitesimal fraction of a second that passes before we can even name it.
No matter how human beings choose to categorise these moments, all creatures exist within their respective spaces and times. They live and function according to the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Way. This is the common standard and the natural law that governs the operation of the entire universe.
from the Dream of Space and Time
Every space is composed of a series of these present moments. However, the existence of these spaces is ultimately illusory. If a practitioner can truly let go of these illusory environments and refuse to be misled by them, they will no longer be trapped within the cycle of space and time. This is the mark of a practitioner who truly understands the difference between the illusory and the real. Only such a practitioner has the opportunity to rediscover their true self.
To attain this level of recognition and the strength to put it into practice, one must diligently listen to sutras and hear the . Through this, one comes to understand the true reality of the Universal Principles. Do not mistakenly believe that the human body and human strength are so small and insignificant within the vastness of heaven and earth that they cannot exert any real power.
Transcending Through the Radiance of Vows
Human beings often feel limited because they are dominated by karma, which manifests in different physical forms. In truth, once you shed the human body, the form of your heart and spirit is not fixed; it can be vast or minute. Whether your existence is dominated by karma or guided by the power of your vows depends entirely on your own choices.
- If you are dominated by karma: You lose the ability to be the master of your own life. You are pulled along by the currents of your past actions, unable to find true freedom.
- If you are guided by the power of your vows: You transcend the limitations of physical existence. Whether you possess a body or not, in every present moment, your heart and spirit can manifest freely and at will.
By aligning yourself with the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Way, you can break free from the constraints of the material world. This is the path to true liberation, allowing you to leave suffering behind and find happiness in the of Ultimate Bliss. Namo Amituofo.
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