The Buddha said: Authentic cultivation is a true offering. If you practise diligently, with the Buddha and Bodhisattvas as your role models, then you are genuinely practising Buddhism and cultivating the mind. “Authentic” means real, with not a hint of deceit. When you cultivate sincerely, you are truly making offerings to the Buddha and Bodhisattvas. […]

I’d like to remind everyone that a person shouldn’t endure excessive stress or stimulation. Each time you experience stress, your spirit slightly departs from your body. When the stress becomes too intense, your spirit can leave completely. Though the spirit can return, it’s a slow process. For example, under anaesthesia, one feels numb and loses […]

One needs to cultivate ‘concentration’, as this concentration can foster wisdom. As I’ve explained before, the principle of “precepts, concentration, and wisdom” is crucial. It’s only with the discipline of precepts that one can achieve concentration, and it’s this concentration that enhances wisdom. Those who can maintain concentration, those who remain calm, are wise. Concentration […]

Let’s delve into the concept of ‘ideology’. What is ideology? Ideology refers to the thoughts that arise based on your theoretical foundation. If there’s just a fleeting thought, such as ‘I want to do something’, that’s merely a thought, without any theoretical grounding. For instance, when you’re a bit peckish, you might think about having […]

Chinese culture, much like the teachings of Bodhisattvas, emphasises filial respect and rules of propriety. Bodhisattvas instruct us, sentient beings, to honour our elders, treating those older than ourselves as if they were our own parents. Confucianism also emphasises filial respect, underscoring its connection with Buddhism. This shared principle is a key reason why Buddhism […]

Today, I will delve into the concepts of the “six sense bases” and “six sense objects”(“six dusts”) in Buddhism. The “six sense bases” refer to the “eye, ear, nose, tongue, body, and mind”; the “six sense objects” refer to “forms, sounds, odours, tastes, tactile objects, and mental phenomena”. As many of you will recognise, these […]

Today, I’d like to discuss two ideas: ‘wealth adorning the home’ and ‘virtue nourishing the body’. While wealth may grant our homes grandeur, it can’t guarantee health. This is what I mean by ‘wealth adorning the home.’ Indeed, it’s only through virtue that a person can achieve physical and mental wellness, which is referred to as […]

Next, I will elucidate the process of clearing karmic obstructions. Due to karmic deeds enacted through our confused six sense bases, humans inevitably face rebirth. The karmic obstructions I refer to are those that have already seeped into your consciousness. For instance, wrongdoings tend to be remembered and not easily forgotten. If you’ve been wronged, […]

As you promote Buddha-dharma, remember to regard yourself as a genuine disciple of the Buddha; this is a reflection of your faith in the Buddhist teachings. If you do not see yourself as a disciple of the Buddha in this endeavour, your attempts to propagate the Buddha-dharma will surely fail. Upon truly embracing your identity […]

Every individual’s pursuit and interpretation of life can exhibit duality. The same scenario can be painted in a positive light, emphasising its beneficial aspects, or viewed negatively, accentuating its flaws. The key is where your mindset tends to lean. For instance, is aging good or bad? It can be argued that it’s good. The elderly […]

Today, I will discuss the concept of ’emptiness of nature.’ In this context, ‘nature’ signifies one’s inherent nature, and ’emptiness’ refers to absence. When a person’s nature is empty, they become receptive to the truth, subsequently attaining it. However, if the nature is not empty and is instead tainted by worldly defilements, consider what your […]

Witnessing Buddha-nature means that when you observe someone performing good deeds with a Buddha’s heart, you recognise them as a Buddha or a Bodhisattva. Witnessing involves seeing and confirming their status as a Bodhisattva. Realising Buddha-nature requires a person to use their true heart to comprehend and awaken to their inherent Buddha-nature. The combination of […]

Now, I will discuss the “Ultimate Extinction of Afflictions” from the Six Supranormal Powers. This refers to the state where one is no longer bound by the troubles of birth and death, having fully understood the nature of life and death, and possessing the ability to foresee the future and the end of one’s life. […]

Today, I want to discuss four “No’s” in Buddhist practice: 1. No Overjoy: Do not allow a sense of self-importance to arise in your heart. Arrogance occurs when you feel superior because of the good deeds you have done or the great merit and virtue you have accumulated. This can lead you to look down […]

It’s crucial to cultivate our nature and life at the same time. Many people know that in their later years or during times of disaster, protecting both one’s nature and life can be difficult. What does it mean to have difficulty protecting one’s nature and life? Life refers to your physical body, while nature pertains […]

Today, I will discuss the Buddha-dharma and the power of the Dharma. Many people are aware of the boundless power of the Buddha-dharma. However, some may wonder why, with such limitless power, Buddhas and Bodhisattvas don’t show their compassion and save people from the numerous natural and man-made disasters. Why don’t they prevent these catastrophes […]

Buddha’s virtue refers to possessing the moral character of Buddha. In our conduct, we should embody Buddha’s moral character, virtues, and inner nature. The fruition of Buddhahood involves attaining the fruits and the supreme status of Buddhahood. The fruit of non-self (anattā) is such that those who genuinely cultivate well see the fruit as empty. […]