A scattered mind inevitably develops a sighing mindset. The more scattered a person’s thoughts, the harder it becomes for them to achieve anything meaningful or find satisfaction. For example, imagine someone visiting a clothing store, trying on outfit after outfit, saying, “Should I buy this? No, no, maybe that one instead,” and finally sighing, “None […]
In practising Buddhism, we are essentially learning how to regulate and harmonise our qi (energy flow). The goal is to enhance good qi, making it even better, and turn bad qi into good qi—this is the essence of regulating qi. When your body, mind, and qi are fully balanced and stable, you reach the state […]
Universal guiding and awakening of all beings is the essence of compassion. A person who achieves this possesses the wisdom of a Buddha. This wisdom is reflected not only in saving oneself but also in saving others—it is the embodiment of the Buddha’s wisdom and spirit within them. However, achieving universal guiding and awakening requires […]
Today, I will provide a detailed explanation of the Bodhisattva Realm, going through it line by line. A Bodhisattva is someone engaged in profound meditative practice. Upon reaching an advanced state, the Bodhisattva attains stable and deep concentration in meditation, surpassing the level of a First Ground Bodhisattva. True meditative concentration is not an ordinary […]
When I help others, I feel that I am gaining something, not giving something away. People usually think, “I’m helping you, I bought you food—that’s me being good to you, that’s me giving.” These days, people tend to expect something in return, and that’s a matter of mindset. When your mindset is limited in this […]
Today, I’m going to talk about “awareness and experience.” I’ve mentioned this before, but only briefly; I didn’t go into much depth. Awareness and experience is about awakening to the truth—becoming aware of and understanding the true nature of things. When you read Buddhist scriptures, that’s the theory. Everyone recites Buddhist scriptures every day—this is […]
Today, I’d like to talk to you about the power of the Eighty-Eight Buddhas Great Repentance. Why is reciting this text so effective? Some people have asked me why I haven’t taught certain parts of the Ten Small Mantras. Can you guess why? It’s because Guan Yin Bodhisattva hasn’t instructed me to, and I wouldn’t […]
Cultivating the mind and practising Buddhism is no easy task. How do we cultivate our minds? How do we correct our behaviour? Cultivating the mind means correcting the flaws within our hearts, and practising involves correcting our actions. Many of us have poor behaviour, and many of our thoughts are impure. So, how do we […]
Why should we endure hardship in our spiritual practice? Because it elevates your state of mind, allowing it to reach higher levels. You often talk about improving your spiritual state, but how exactly do we achieve that? And what do we mean by “spiritual state”? It’s something intangible, something you can’t see or touch. For […]
Today, I’m going to discuss spiritual practice—specifically, practising in hardship and practising in joy. Do you find cultivating your mind challenging? Does it bring you joy? What exactly do we mean by practising in hardship? And what does it mean to practise in joy? When I set strict expectations, it might seem tough at first, […]
I am now teaching everyone several methods to let go and forget. The first method involves engaging in spiritual practice. Engage in spiritual practice to help you forget and let go of entanglements and worldly troubles. What I am discussing here are real-life issues that require immediate solutions. The second method is repentance, which includes […]
I will now talk about the thoughts before and after settling into concentration. Thoughts before settling into concentration arise when we are not yet calm; for example, when something happens, we might feel anxious, sad, or have many thoughts and associations, and the thoughts that emerge at this time are immature and likely to lead […]
Many people ask, “Master, what does visualisation mean?” Visualisation involves thinking while using your eyes to see. As you know, “to observe” means using your eyes to see, and “to think” means using your mind. So, “visualisation” means constantly observing and constantly thinking. What should you think about? It’s not about thinking of yourself, how […]
Next, let me explain the importance of pursuing the Buddha nature, perceiving the Buddha nature, and witnessing the Buddha nature. Buddha nature involves seeing the Buddha’s inherent nature. First, you pursue it, then you are able to see it, and finally, you witness it. Here’s a somewhat imperfect analogy: it’s like pursuing a romantic relationship. […]
On the topic of the world’s end: The apocalypse represents a major catastrophe, inevitably destined to occur. When will it happen? We don’t know, as the energy leading to such a catastrophe hasn’t fully developed yet. This suggests that many people are still acting virtuously, engaging in good deeds, cultivating their minds, reciting scriptures, and […]
Today, let me discuss how humans can enter the Form Realm, an important concept in Buddhism. In reality, these are the material changes that occur after reaching a certain level of spiritual cultivation, akin to physical changes in modern terms. Many understand that cultivation involves the use of an energy field, such as in meditation […]
Wisdom and direct realisation: Wisdom represents a person’s intelligence and energy, and direct realisation lies in how your wisdom and virtuous capabilities confirm the energy of your Buddhist practice. The greater a person’s wisdom, the closer they are to the Bodhisattva. Those who can find solutions and maintain a positive mindset, achieving their goals successfully, […]
It’s important to understand that thinking “I have merit and virtue” actually means you don’t. When you perform good deeds, in reality, you may not have any merit and virtue. It’s when you believe you lack merit and virtue, that’s when you truly possess it. Being a good person is about not intending to harm […]
Today, I want to discuss with everyone how to eliminate afflictions. People often have a tendency to desire everything and to take in everything, be it food they crave or objects they wish to possess. This inclination leads to the acceptance of various kinds of afflictions. The habit of taking everything as it comes is […]
Recognise that birth is the beginning of responsibility, and death marks the conclusion of our duties. When we enter this world and eventually depart, we leave with nothing, having fulfilled our tasks. But the crucial question is, have you accomplished these tasks effectively? Have you cultivated yourself well? Wisdom, albeit intangible, can enrich your life. […]
If one fails to cherish life, they are essentially wasting it. The concept is straightforward: failing to appreciate merit and virtue leads to its waste. When you find yourself in need of merit and virtue, it may not be available, similar to how many people lack funds as they do not save over time. Let’s […]
Without fundamental perseverance, a person cannot excel in their Buddhist practice. Wisdom is crucial for discerning the right path and understanding the effectiveness of a Dharma Door. Without wisdom, flitting from one teaching to another, how can one aspire to be a Bodhisattva or even be a good ordinary person? One must adhere to pure […]
How does one bring forth the Bodhi mind (Bodhicitta), the mind of enlightenment? Many people know that they should bring forth the Bodhi mind, but how should it be done? Firstly, learn to care for all sentient beings. One should learn to care for every individual. Embrace the concept of “when others drown, I drown,” which means […]
Today, I will discuss the importance of reciting Buddhist scriptures with a devoted heart, true faith, and a sincere aspiration. This practice also requires a connection, or an affinity with the Buddha. When reciting scriptures, it’s your own heart that you are engaging. Reciting the Buddha’s name is an act of self-power, serving as a […]
When a soul enters the human body, the initial awareness it experiences is called the “initial determination”. This is when the Buddha-nature begins to operate. Following this initial awakening – Actualised Enlightenment – there emerges a sequence of external, internal, and intuitive awareness. External awareness refers to one’s perception of the external world; internal awareness […]
“As the sky is subject to unforeseen winds and clouds, so too are people’s fortunes and misfortunes prone to swift and unexpected changes.” In this world, hardships are ever-present in our lives. Yet, those who truly propagate the Buddha-dharma and awaken sentient beings do not merely dress themselves as Bodhisattvas but are real beings of […]
Continuing our discussion, when you enter the state of emptiness, I liken it to a white cloud. In its purest form, this cloud symbolises the state of emptiness. Can you feel what it comprises when you touch it? You cannot, but you can see it, just as when we stand atop Mount Lu and a […]
The Second Ground Bodhisattva must steadfastly pursue Buddhahood. They should take the Buddha’s path as their guiding principle, bringing forth the compassionate vow to awaken and liberate all beings. Essentially, seek Buddhahood above while guiding and awakening living beings below, continuing to benefit both themselves and others through the ten wholesome kinds of actions. I urge you […]
Today, I will continue to discuss the Bodhisattva of the Second Ground. Let me first describe the state of the Second Ground Bodhisattva. The Second Ground is also referred to as the Ground of Freedom from Defilement. “It is named the Ground of Freedom from Defilement due to their marvellous cultivation of the Middle Way and […]
Today I will explain the concept of the “Tathāgata Heart”, and the meaning of “True Suchness Buddha”. The Tathāgata Heart is the true heart and mind of Buddhas and Bodhisattvas. It contains profound meaning—the Tathāgata Heart is the “true Suchness heart”, the genuine heart and mind of the Suchness Buddha. The Tathāgata Heart represents truth, […]
