Words of Wisdom | Let Go of the False Self

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To help us get rid of our false sense of pride, ego and arrogance, the Master will keep pointing out our shortcomings until we eventually let go of our inflated egos, pretentious self-esteem and the ‘self’ that we have been clinging to. Many people have lost their physical lives, along with their spiritual lives, for […]

Words of Wisdom | Understand Others

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Learn to understand others. Most people do not want to understand others, instead wanting others to understand them. This is egotism. We should try to think less of ourselves and more of others. Try to understand others better. 要学会理解别人。每一个人都不会想到去了解别人,都想让别人了解自己,这就是一切以“我”为出发点。活在世界上,少想自己,多想别人,多了解别人。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 2  

Words of Wisdom | Relationships and Love

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True and profound love can often be found in the simplest of moments. Interpersonal relationships are all about heart to heart interactions. However, once separated, our hearts will become estranged. 人與人之間,平淡中見真情, 做人是心與心的交流, 人和人之間一旦離開,心就疏遠。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 2  

Words of Wisdom | Ups and Downs in Life

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Ups and downs are inevitable in life. The more favourable the situation, the humbler we need to be. Keep bitterness to ourselves and leave happiness to others. 人生的高高低低都是正常的, 越是好的時候,越要低頭, 好的時候要謙卑; 把苦留給自己,把快樂留給別人。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 2    

Words of Wisdom | Be Filial by taking Ownership for your Karma

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Learn to adjust your mentality and avoid worrying your parents by sharing your stress with them. Practise filial piety by easing their minds and taking responsibility for your own karma and your lives. 学会调节心态,孝敬父母,不能跟父母讲太多有压力的事,要让父母放心,自己业自己背,必须学会自己承担。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 2    

Words of Wisdom | Original Aspiration

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We should never forget our original aspiration or our roots. If we lose our ability to become emotional or feel touched, we also lose our ability to be grateful. 人不忘初始心,不能忘本啊!没有激动之心,没有感动的心,就会没有感恩心。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 2  

Words of Wisdom | Precepts and Diligence

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We have to be cautious in all of our actions and be diligent in our practice. Being a monk or nun requires observation of precepts, whereas practising Buddhism requires diligence, which eventually leads to the light. 人一生要谨慎,精进,出家就是守戒,学佛就是精进,精进才能走向光明。   – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 2  

Words of Wisdom | Remember Why We Began

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Only those with a solid foundation for Buddhahood will, with the Master’s help, make rapid progress toward that end. It is important to keep in mind why we began our journey, and to extend our gratitude towards Bodhisattvas on a daily basis. 就算师父帮你拨苗助长,你也要有根基啊!每天都要感恩菩萨,学佛初始心很重要。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 2    

Words of Wisdom | Modesty and Boastfulness

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To test how deep the water is, simply throw in a stone. People who brag about themselves are like a stone hitting shallow water; they make a big splash. Modest people are always silent, just like a stone thrown into deep water. 你要知道河水深不深, 丢个石子进去,看看河水深不深。喜欢卖弄的人, 就像石子丢在浅水处,会激起浪花; 谦虚的人, 就像石子丢在深水中,是没有声音的。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom […]

Characteristics of One Who Handles Affairs With Harmonious Perfection

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CHARACTERISTICS OF ONE WHO HANDLES AFFAIRS WITH HARMONIOUS PERFECTION Caller: Master, what characteristics should a person who handles affairs with harmonious perfection be equipped with? Master Jun Hong Lu: A person who gives space to others, never forces others into a corner; possesses a heart full of tolerance and compassion; and is without greed, hatred […]