The Essence of the Western Dharma-Nature Land at Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
Recorded by the Buddha's disciple, Shi Faxi, on May 31, 2017
The Boundless Nature of the Realm
The Dharma Realm of the West is truly immeasurable and boundless. It transcends the three periods of time—past, present, and future—and possesses no physical limitations. It is like the vast, deep ocean, which is capable of containing everything within its depths. The power of is similarly vast and high, holding within it the capacity to encompass all things. Just as the ocean receives all that flows into it without ever overflowing, the of Ultimate Bliss remains eternally vast and infinite.
The Purpose of the Dharma-Nature Land
The established here at Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre shares the same essence as the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. Its environment is identical to that of the West, yet it manifests within this turbid world. It serves as a vital sanctuary for those preparing for their eventual rebirth in the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. Within this sacred space, practitioners are nurtured like lotus flowers, growing and developing their sincere vows to attain rebirth.
The Path of Purification and Rebirth
By immersing yourself in the teachings of the sutras and cultivating a heart of absolute sincerity, you prepare the way for your own . When the time is right, the lotus will bloom, and you will see the Buddha, realising your true nature and entering the path of life. Once you have successfully attained rebirth in the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss, you will enter a state of true, unchanging happiness. From that point forward, there is no turning back; you will remain in the light of the Buddha, continuing your journey of purification while awaiting the full fruition of your vows, thereby transcending the cycle of birth and death and avoiding the suffering inherent in the cycle of rebirth.
The Vow of
Therefore, within this space, you must nurture the Buddha-heart. When your Buddha-heart and your vows are fully aligned, the lotus will open, and you will be welcomed into the Buddha-land. This is a certainty, with no room for doubt. You will be reborn in the West, even if you carry the weight of past , for the Buddha's compassion is vast. Upon entering the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss, you will continue your practice, listening to the teachings and refining your wisdom. When you have achieved full accomplishment, you will return to this world to help others, sailing the great vessel of the Dharma alongside the Buddha to save all suffering beings. This is the Buddha-vow, this is the essence of true practice, this is the manifestation of compassion, and this is the true meaning of the Pure Land. Whether we speak of the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss or the Western Dharma-Nature Land, both are one with the West, and both are realms of ultimate bliss.
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