This teaching is recorded and transcribed by ’s disciple, Venerable HaiZe. It is a reflection on the profound desire to return to our true home, a sentiment that resonates deeply within the hearts of all who seek liberation from the cycle of reincarnation.
The longing to return home is the heartfelt cry of those who have witnessed the myriad scenes of suffering in this world. It is the voice of those who are personally burdened by the pressures of affliction, those who have grown weary of this world and their current environment, and those who are experiencing the inevitable pains of aging, sickness, and death. When one truly sees the nature of this existence, the desire to leave suffering behind and find happiness becomes an urgent, undeniable necessity.
The of Namo Amituofo
All beings earnestly pray to be liberated from their suffering. They yearn to be reborn in a land that is pure and unstained. They seek to depart from the darkness and move toward the light, and they wish to reach a place where there are no disasters, no epidemics, and no physical or mental agony. It is in response to this universal cry that our Buddha, Namo Amituofo, manifested His great compassion.
Namo Amituofo observed the entire Realm, the universe, all the various lands, and specifically the defiled and evil world of suffering that we inhabit. Seeing that the suffering of beings is truly endless, He made the Forty-eight Great Vows and established the of Ultimate Bliss. His purpose was to save countless suffering beings, helping them find a place to belong where they would no longer be subject to any suffering, but would only receive all happiness.
The Grace of the Buddha
We should all feel profound gratitude. Because Namo Amituofo exists and because the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss has been established, we have a destination to return to. In this sacred land, all suffering is brought to an end. Furthermore, within the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss, surrounded by infinite light and infinite life, one can engage in diligent practice until the attainment of Buddhahood. This is truly the supreme grace that our Buddha, Namo Amituofo, has bestowed upon all beings.
A Sanctuary for Purification
Practitioner Su also follows the path of Faith, Vows, and Practice as taught by Namo Amituofo, dedicating his life to saving countless suffering beings. With an awakened nature and the constant support of Namo Amituofo, Practitioner Su has established the Western Land of Dharma Nature. Today, this place has become a sanctuary for the beings and the demon crowds that Practitioner Su has saved.
This is a place for temporary residence, a sanctuary where:
The Buddha-light shines everywhere.
Beings can listen to the sutras and hear the Dharma.
Practitioners can engage in diligent practice to remove defilements and attain purity.
Souls can prepare themselves for their eventual entry into the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss.
This sanctuary is a testament to the boundless compassion and grace of Practitioner Su, whose Wisdom has been fully revealed for the benefit of all beings and even the demon crowds.
A Rare Opportunity for
At this very moment, the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Goombungee, Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia, is a place where Namo Amituofo is residing here. Under the guidance of Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju and Practitioner Su, we are leading all beings toward a life of meaning.
This is the perfect opportunity for beings and demon crowds alike to break free from the cycle of reincarnation, to be reborn in the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss, and to practise until they realise their true nature and attain Buddhahood. We urge all who see and hear these words to quickly grasp this opportunity, which is truly difficult to encounter in millions of years.
