The Power of a Peaceful Heart
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
The Essence of True Stillness
A truly peaceful heart is one that exists in perfect harmony with meditative concentration. When your heart is genuinely at peace, it does not merely exist in the absence of noise; it is anchored in a profound, unshakable state of clarity. This state is not something that can be easily disturbed by the external world, for it is rooted in the very nature of the .
Resilience Amidst the Storm
No matter how fiercely the winds of life may blow or how heavy the rains of adversity may fall, a peaceful heart remains unmoved. Even when you are faced with the most violent storms of existence—the challenges that threaten to overwhelm the spirit—your heart must remain steady. It should not experience even the slightest ripple of agitation. This is the hallmark of a practitioner who has truly begun to realise their true self.
Wisdom and in Action
When you maintain this inner stillness, you are able to draw upon the wellspring of wisdom within you. In this state of calm, you can face every situation with both compassion and wisdom. This is how you lead the fourfold assembly through every trial and test of life. Such a practitioner is rare and precious, and they will inevitably be supported by:
- The Buddhas and Bodhisattvas, who guide the path of liberation.
- The Dragon and Heaven Dharma Protectors, who safeguard the righteous path.
- All benevolent spirits, who offer their protection to those who walk the way of Truth.
A Call to Diligent Practice
At the Hsiang Kuang Buddhist Centre, the practice of the fourfold assembly is exactly this: to remain steady and focused. You must seize this opportunity to use your body and mind for diligent practice. By doing so, you will rediscover your true self. Together with Namo Amituofo, Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju, and Practitioner Su, you are called to act within this dangerous and turbid world. As part of the Hsiang Kuang salvation team, you must exert your efforts more powerfully than ever before to help all beings leave suffering behind and find rebirth in the Western Pure Land. Namo Amituofo.
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