This Body is Mastered by Oneself, Not by Others

Teacher's Teachings, recorded and transcribed by Namo Amituofo’s disciple, Venerable HaiZe

13 June 2026

Teachings by Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju:

The preciousness of the human world lies in having a body; with a body, one can perform various deeds and change the current "situations".

Those who can be their own master are governed by their own true self, utilising the great function of the body to lead it towards positive development.

Those who can do this are Those who have realised their true nature, those who have achieved spiritual success, and those who are selfless for the sake of all beings.

They can lead this body towards a positive and proactive direction; this body is mastered by oneself, not by others.

If this body is mastered by karmic creditors, it will follow the progression of karma.

At such times, whatever happens will cause corresponding changes.

When the body is controlled and dominated by beings, it means it is mastered by karmic beings.

The progression of events follows the progression of karma, not the true self.

This body is mastered by others, not by oneself.

At such times, how can this heart and this body be mastered by oneself rather than by others?

Compassion, Wisdom (Prajna), mind-capacity, and tolerance—these are the virtues for those who have achieved spiritual success in learning Buddhism.

Those with true virtue demonstrate self-discipline.

With strict self-discipline, one will naturally increase their virtue and be respected by others.

Reflect upon oneself in all matters and do not blame others.

With a sincere heart, be diligent on the Buddha's path, continuously adjusting one's Body, Speech, and Mind. Supplement where there are deficiencies, and do not repeat past mistakes.

Ensure the state of one's Body-Mind-Spirit conforms to the Universal Principles, Truth, and the Right Path, so that karma has no way to manifest, providing an opportunity to transform karma.

Practise Generosity (Giving), the Five Precepts and Ten Goodness, cultivate the Three Learnings and Six Paramitas to perfection, and rediscover one's true self.

Then, this body will no longer suffer from impermanence, birth, aging, sickness, death, and the suffering of being reincarnated.

This is the fundamental method for being mastered by oneself, not by others.

From the heart, sincerely learn Buddhism and follow the Buddha's power.

Chant one Buddha's name to the end.

Know suffering, endure suffering, and seek to leave suffering behind; the heart of self-salvation must be earnest.

Those who can do this will naturally receive Buddha's blessings, allowing their natural abilities to manifest, and everything will be mastered by oneself, not by others.

Namo Amituofo