This World and Other Realms: Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju
Teachings from the Third Session of the Thrice Yearning Ceremony
Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju, recorded and transcribed by Namo Amituofo’s disciple, Venerable HaiZe.
November 11, 2023
The Interwoven Fabric of Time and Space
The terms realm and direction both refer to space. Time and space together are known as the time-space continuum. Within a single moment, countless spaces exist simultaneously. This phenomenon exists across this world and other realms, in every location and every dimension. It applies to all beings within the cycle of reincarnation, whether they are celestial beings or those suffering in the hells.
Within these different dimensions, there is a natural hierarchy of perception. Beings in higher-level spaces can perceive the situations of those in lower-level spaces, while beings in lower-level spaces cannot perceive the conditions of those in higher-level spaces. This is also the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Way.
The Boundless Presence of Namo Amituofo
Namo Amituofo is the Universal Buddha. Therefore, He knows and sees all conditions within the Realm. This is why He is the most honoured in the light, the King of Buddhas, and why He is respected by immeasurable beings throughout the universe.
Namo Amituofo is not restricted by time or space. Beings throughout the immeasurable and boundless Dharma Realm receive the salvation and grace of Namo Amituofo, finding rebirth and transforming towards Goodness. Knowing that chanting Namo Amituofo allows them to be led by Him into the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss, they make the vow to seek rebirth and fulfil their wish through chanting.
Hsiang Kuang Buddhist Centre as a Sanctuary
At this time, Namo Amituofo is residing here at Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre. It is the destination for the hearts of beings from the Ten Directions and the Dharma Realm. They come here for several vital reasons: to receive and be reborn in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss, and to listen to the teachings of Namo Amituofo. It is worth travelling thousands of miles and overcoming all difficulties to arrive here.
If one wishes to hear the teachings of Namo Amituofo, one would normally need to be in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss. Yet, at this time, one can also hear them at Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre. Is this place not the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss itself?
Namo Amituofo.
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