The Power of Every Thought and Intention

Recorded by the chief writer, Venerable HaiZe, on the 19th of September, 2021.

The World of Wandering Thoughts

Every thought and intention is the fundamental state of this world. Everything we do, say, or think—our Body, Speech, and Mind—is conducted through these fleeting movements of the heart. These thoughts weave together the complex tapestry of the human world, manifesting as birth, old age, sickness, and death. They create the endless cycle of joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness, appearing in ten thousand forms and appearances. Because of this, we remain trapped in the cycle of rebirth, turning endlessly without rest.

The Transcendental Path

To practise the path that transcends this world, one must find success through purity and goodness. How can one achieve this? You must be mindful of the following:

• You must protect your heart and your thoughts with great diligence.
• Do not allow your mind to run wild like a galloping horse.
• You must cultivate meditative concentration to bring stillness to your spirit.

The Condition for Awakening

To reach the state of an awakened being, one must go beyond the reach of ordinary, wandering thoughts. When the heart is truly free from the turbulence of attachments, the true nature is revealed. This is the essential condition for achieving spiritual success. It is precisely this difference—between being lost in the world and walking the transcendental path—that defines the quality of your practice.

A Call to Purity

Therefore, you must enter the path of purity and goodness. Do not allow yourself to regress or fall back into old, unwholesome habits. Keep your focus, keep your practice, and keep your heart aligned with the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Way.

Namo Amituofo