Though you may have desires, you should not cling to them. Seek them, but do not be greedy. When you have a balanced state of mind in seeking blessing from the Buddha, you will be able to let go of more attachments. One who has a balanced state of mind will be composed, calm, pure […]
Buddhism enables us to gain the true value of life in the world. The wise are able to let go, take things easy, have a positive frame of mind and live their lives with ease. If we can reach a thorough understanding of reality, we can succeed in what we do. As a result, our […]
Do not get angry and contend with others. Whatever is obtained by way of contention is a delusion; only what is gained by way of spiritual cultivation is real. 人不能生气，不要与别人争， 争来的是假的，修心修来的才是真的。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 3
The true meaning of life is to change ourselves and to return to our true nature. We must show our best side when interacting with others. Concurrently, through correcting our bad habits and temper, we will find our true self. This is what we call ‘self- perfection’ in Buddhism. 人生的意义就是要改变自己、回归自我。 用自己最好的一面对待众生， 改正不好的习惯和脾气，找回真我， 这就是佛法界讲的自我圆满。 – Master […]
Bowing one’s head does not mean one is inferior to others. It is merely a manifestation of one’s great composure. There are many who stand head and shoulders above others. Do not forget that there are always other more superior people to rise above them. Those who are humble and steadfast in work are always […]
Life is sustained by interdependence. We grow strong with assistance from others. In this world, everyone has to rely on one another in order to achieve success. 生命是靠着相互依赖而存在的， 人是靠着别人帮助让自己茁壮成长的， 世界上每一个人 都要靠别人的帮助才能成功。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 3
The reality of life is that it is a process. Being obsessed with the process brings suffering. Letting go of the process means understanding the suffering, emptiness, and the impermanent nature of life. Only by departing from the process can real life begin. 生命的真实性在于过程， 执着过程会带来痛苦， 放下过程才能懂得苦空无常， 而离开过程才是真实生命的开始。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom […]
Appreciating happiness every day is akin to living amongst lotus flowers. 每天能感知幸福的人， 是活在莲花中的人。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
Light can only be seen in repentance; Prajna wisdom can only be found in diligence. 只有在忏悔中才能看到光明， 只有在精进中才能找到般若。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
In the Human Realm, rationality is regarded as wisdom. 一种智慧被人间称为理智。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
The ability to understand the purpose of life can walk us out of bewilderment. 能理解活在人间的意义， 是自己走出困惑的动力。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
Only by maintaining concentration can you stay away from worldly thoughts. Power of concentration and Nirvana are companions. 守住定， 才能远离红尘中的思维， 定力与涅槃做伴。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
Squandering defines a kind of disappearance. It numbs your thoughts and makes you disappear unconsciously. 浪费是一种消失， 它会麻痹你的思维， 让你在不知不觉中消失。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
Human beings live in impermanence, and all things are created by the mind. As such, by controlling your mind, you control your world. 人是活在无常中的，万物唯心造。 控制好自己的心念， 至少控制了自己的世界。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
Being safe and sound is a blessing; having peace of mind is happiness. 平安就是福，心安就是乐。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
It is compulsory for mankind to make spiritual progress and attain liberation from suffering. 心灵的进步和解脱， 是人类的必修课！ Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
Real change starts from deep inside the heart, like a lotus flower lodged in one’s Ninth Consciousness. 真正的改变， 从内心深处开始。 九识田中是莲花。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
To become a Bodhisattva, one must exert a great deal more strength than ordinary people. Learn to be strict with oneself so your observation of the precepts is solid and firm. 要修成菩萨 必须付出比常人大得多的力量， 学会严于律己，才能守戒如刚。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
Judge the conditions before speaking, and be considerate about the other party when discussing a problem. To cultivate yourself in a corrupt society, you must be like the lotus, which remains untainted by the mud from which it grows. 讲话看条件，谈问题为对方着想， 在社会中入污泥而不染， 才能修成莲花。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
As the saying goes: we should carry out the Way on behalf of Heaven. The Way is in our heart; learning to be sincere and honest is itself a place of practice. 替天行道，道在心中， 实心是道场。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
Some people do before they talk. Others talk before they do. There are still others who talk but never do, whereas the Saints do without talking. 有人先说后做，有人先做后说， 有人说了不做，圣者做了不说。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
Keeping a low profile is a virtue. We hurt others when we show off our wealth and wisdom and make people blush with jealousy. A Buddhist practitioner must learn to consider other people’s feelings and thoughts. Refrain from bragging about yourself, making others feel embarrassed or hurting others. This is compassion. 低调是一种美德。 在别人面前显示自己的富有和智慧， 让人脸红或嫉妒， 也是对别人的一种伤害。 […]
Those who choose Buddhism choose a new life. We all have to let go of many things in life. Those who cannot will suffer, while those who can will be liberated. 选择佛法，就选择了全新的人生。 每个人一生必须放下很多东西， 放不下就会痛苦； 放下的人会获得解脱。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
Delusion, which is akin to a weed that hinders the cultivation of the mind, must always be removed forthwith. 妄念是修心的杂草， 必须时刻清除之。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
The unitary form method’ is a kind of wisdom. A single-minded person lives an eternal life. 一相法是一种智慧， 专一的人是永生的。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
Some stubborn habitual states of consciousness will affect one’s mode of correct thinking. Beware! 有些固执的习惯意识， 会影响正确的思维模式。 当心！ Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
One who clings to the notion of self will have a strong attachment. One who eliminates the notion of self will be free from attachment. 一有我相，人就会执着。 去除我相，人会放下！ Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
The wise people always learn from their experience, while the fools tend to cover up their wrongdoings. Be doubly cautious. 智者善于总结经验， 愚者惯于掩饰是非。 慎之又慎。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
Propagating the Dharma is the way; cultivating the mind is a virtue. Buddhist practitioners who uphold moral values are cultivating virtues in the process of propagating the Dharma. 弘法是道，修心是德。 有道德的修心人， 已经在弘法中修德。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
The potential for enlightenment is a feeling deep within us, whereas enlightenment is the confirmation of internal energy. 悟性是内心深处的感受， 觉悟是内在能量的确认。 Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 9
