Words of Wisdom | Buddhist Monastics
Buddhist monks and nuns have no wealth of their own. They cultivate gratitude towards sentient beings by accepting their offerings. 法師沒有自己的財， 通過眾生的供養， 培養自己感恩眾生的心。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 2
Words of Wisdom | Be Filial by taking Ownership for your Karma
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
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 | Eyes are a Window to our Minds
Our minds reveal themselves only through our eyes. 一個人的眼睛，是心裡唯一的展現。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 2
Words of Wisdom | Precepts and Diligence
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 | Vows and Repentance
The power of a vow emerges when we repent. 在忏悔中是有愿力的。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 2
Words of Wisdom | Remember Why We Began
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 | Maintain our Self-Nature
As Buddhists, we have to constantly maintain our self-nature, or else we will be knocked down easily, like a wall with no support. 学佛人要有自性，否则就像一面墙，一推就倒。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 2
Words of Wisdom | Modesty and Boastfulness
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
Wenda20200221 20:25 (Master Jun Hong Lu’s call-in radio program) 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 […]
LEARN TO TRANSFORM BITTERNESS TO HAPPINESS
Master Jun Hong Lu’s Public Talk Sydney, Australia 12 January 2020 LEARN TO TRANSFORM BITTERNESS TO HAPPINESS Master Jun Hong Lu: One should learn to transform bitterness into happiness. After all, being contented with what we have and having little to no desires will allow us to purify our hearts. The truth of our universe […]
DO NOT COMPARE BETWEEN MERITORIOUS DEEDS
Master Jun Hong Lu’s Discourse (Question 365) 24 February 2020 DO NOT COMPARE BETWEEN MERITORIOUS DEEDS Question: Similar to setting up of Buddhist altars for others, performing life liberation also encompasses the three forms of Dana (the practice of giving). What then are the differences in merits accumulated from both deeds? Answer: Do not make […]
WHAT MONEY CAN’T BUY
Master Jun Hong Lu’s Public Talk Sydney, Australia 10 January 2020 WHAT MONEY CAN’T BUY Master Jun Hong Lu: Money may buy you medicine but cannot buy you life; money may buy you insurance but cannot buy you safety; money may buy you temporary joy but cannot buy you happiness; money may buy you material […]
CAN ONE STILL ACCUMULATE MERITS THROUGH DHARMA DANA (SHARING OF THE BUDDHA’S TEACHINGS) EVEN IF NO ONE SEES THE CONTENT SHARED?
Wenda20200209 13:43 (Master Jun Hong Lu’s call-in radio program) CAN ONE STILL ACCUMULATE MERITS THROUGH DHARMA DANA (SHARING OF THE BUDDHA’S TEACHINGS) EVEN IF NO ONE SEES THE CONTENT SHARED? Caller: When one performs Dharma Dana by sharing Master’s Words of Wisdom, can he still accumulate merits even if the content shared is not seen […]
FAITH, DETERMINATION AND ACTION
Master Jun Hong Lu’s Public Talk Sydney, Australia 11 January 2020 FAITH, DETERMINATION AND ACTION Master Jun Hong Lu: As Buddhist practitioners, if we want to change the world, we must begin with changing ourselves; if we want to become a Buddha and be accomplished on this spiritual path, first exercise our mind with suffering, […]
ALWAYS BE PREPARED IN LIFE
An Excerpt Master Jun Hong Lu’s Discourse (Question 362) 10 February 2020 ALWAYS BE PREPARED IN LIFE Master Jun Hong Lu: In life, we have to be prepared in advance for anything. Bodhisattvas wish for us to practise Buddhism as early preparation. We should not wait until our body starts to fail us or for […]
TO BE A PERSON OF SUBSTANCE
Master Jun Hong Lu’s Public Talk Brisbane, Australia 17 June 2018 TO BE A PERSON OF SUBSTANCE Master Jun Hong Lu: Whether you are a person of substance or one who is shallow; whether you are noble or lowly – these are not standards that are self-determined. In fact, to be a person of substance, […]
DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE THE POWER OF KINDNESS
Master Jun Hong Lu’s World Buddhist Fellowship Meeting Melbourne, Australia 06 December 2019 DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE THE POWER OF KINDNESS Master Jun Hong Lu: As Buddhist practitioners, we know that a kind person does no harm and a person who is morally upright will not go back on their words. We should not underestimate the […]
A STATE-OF-THOUGHTLESSNESS
Master Jun Hong Lu’s World Buddhist Fellowship Meeting Amsterdam, Netherlands 11 September 2019 A STATE-OF-THOUGHTLESSNESS Master Jun Hong Lu: Buddha once said, “Neither suffering nor happiness is real, it is only a transient thought that we hold on to”. When there is clinging to the thought of “I am very happy now” – we shall […]
BE GRATEFUL TO ALL
Master Jun Hong Lu’s World Buddhist Fellowship Meeting Sydney, Australia 10 January 2020 BE GRATEFUL TO ALL Master Jun Hong Lu: Be grateful to those who have hurt you, as they made your life distinctive; Be grateful to those who have made things difficult for you, as they polished your mental determination; Be grateful to […]
SPREADING POSITIVE WORDS OR ENCOURAGING OTHERS TO PERFORM GOOD DEEDS ARE ALL WAYS TO HELP OTHERS
Master Jun Hong Lu’s World Buddhist Fellowship Meeting Sydney, Australia 11 January 2020 SPREADING POSITIVE WORDS OR ENCOURAGING OTHERS TO PERFORM GOOD DEEDS ARE ALL WAYS TO HELP OTHERS Question: If we often quote Master’s positive words in our conversations with friends, without the specific mention of Buddhism or making others aware of, would this […]
TOUGH TIMES DON’T LAST
Master Jun Hong Lu’s Public Talk Melbourne, Australia 8 December 2019 TOUGH TIMES DON’T LAST Master Jun Hong Lu: Life is like a cup of tea – although it may taste bitter at times, it will not be bitter forever. There can be no sweetness without bitterness. The four flavours of life (sweet, sour, bitter, […]
SACRIFICE OURSELVES FOR THE SAKE OF OTHERS
Master Jun Hong Lu’s World Buddhist Fellowship Meeting Paris, France 5 September 2019 SACRIFICE OURSELVES FOR THE SAKE OF OTHERS Master Jun Hong Lu: As Buddhist practitioners, we must recognise that life is more than eating good food, sleeping in a comfortable bed, or having a stable job – life is more than just repeating […]
RECTIFY OUR SHORTCOMINGS AND ADMIRE THE VIRTUES OF OTHERS
Master Jun Hong Lu’s World Buddhist Fellowship Meeting Paris, France 5 September 2019 RECTIFY OUR SHORTCOMINGS AND ADMIRE THE VIRTUES OF OTHERS Master Jun Hong Lu: What is the true meaning of human life? It is to reform our shortcomings, and we must do this constantly for our virtues to shine. Everyone has their virtues […]
POSITIVE MENTAL ATTITUDE IS THE ABILITY TO LET GO
Master Jun Hong Lu’s World Buddhist Fellowship Meeting Auckland, New Zealand 8 November 2019 POSITIVE MENTAL ATTITUDE IS THE ABILITY TO LET GO Master Jun Hong Lu: What constitutes a positive mental attitude? It is the ability to let go; What about a high level of cultivation? It is the willingness to be generous; A […]
DO NOT TAKE OTHER’S LOVE FOR GRANTED
Master Jun Hong Lu’s Public Talk Melbourne, Australia 6 December 2019 DO NOT TAKE OTHER’S LOVE FOR GRANTED Master Jun Hong Lu: When others show concern towards you, it is because they love you; When they are angry at you, it is because they care about you; When they become uncommunicative, it is because they […]
LEARN TO CHERISH
Master Jun Hong Lu’s Public Talk Melbourne, Australia 6 December 2019 LEARN TO CHERISH Master Jun Hong Lu: In our everyday life, many people feel that living off others is only natural and would take it for granted. As Buddhist practitioners, we should know that gratitude is an accomplishment in one’s cultivation; it is a state-of-mind; […]
YOU ARE JUST A STEP AWAY FROM GOOD FORTUNE
Master Jun Hong Lu’s World Buddhist Fellowship Meeting Auckland, New Zealand 8 November 2019 YOU ARE JUST A STEP AWAY FROM GOOD FORTUNE Master Jun Hong Lu: Most people do not realise that good fortune is just one step away before they give up. The same goes for Buddhist practitioners – it takes perseverance to […]
DO NOT DEMAND INSISTENTLY ON WORLDLY AFFAIRS
Master Jun Hong Lu’s World Buddhist Fellowship Meeting Amsterdam, Netherlands 9 September 2019 DO NOT DEMAND INSISTENTLY ON WORLDLY AFFAIRS Master Jun Hong Lu: In this world we are living in, do not try to force things to happen. Instead, let things unfold naturally. Do remember what I said before. When your prayer comes true, […]
THE KEY TO HAPPINESS
Master Jun Hong Lu’s Public Talk Rotterdam, Netherlands 10 September 2019 THE KEY TO HAPPINESS Master Jun Hong Lu: We all hold the key to our happiness but we often unwittingly place this key in the hands of others.