Words of Wisdom | Free ourselves from worries

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Only when we let go of attachment can we let go of the self. Free ourselves from worries. If we are constantly troubled by worries, it must be that we think too highly of ourselves. 放下执着,才能破除我执。 我们做人不能有烦恼, 有烦恼的人一定是把自己 看得太大、太高了。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 3

Words of Wisdom | Doing something for the benefit of others, however minor, is considered kind

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As Buddhist practitioners, we must understand that doing things for ourselves or for our own ends is mean-spirited. Doing something for the benefit of others, however minor, is considered kind. 学佛人一定要懂得,为自己的事情, 为私心的事情,都带着恶意; 为别人的事情, 哪怕就是一点点,都是善良的。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 3

Words of Wisdom | Precepts, concentration, wisdom

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One who observes the precepts and the law will have peace of mind. Only when one attains peace of mind can one attain concentration of mind. This, in turn, gives rise to wisdom. This is the so-called ‘precepts, concentration and wisdom’ in Buddhism. 一个人能持戒守法,心就会安定。 安,尔后才能定。 有定性的人才会生出智慧。 这就是佛法讲的戒定慧。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom […]

Words of Wisdom | Let go of your worries and you can attain spiritual awakening

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Live in accordance with karmic conditions and you will enjoy peace of mind; be happy and you will have no worries. Let go of your worries and you can attain spiritual awakening. Our potential for awakening will bring about liberation. Those who can be happy are awakened and liberated. 要懂得随缘的人才能自在, 开心的人才没有烦恼。 如果能放下心中的烦恼,就是开悟。 悟性就是解脱, 懂得快乐的人就是一个开悟解脱之人。 – […]

Words of Wisdom | Have faith in the Bodhisattva and walk the path of Buddhism with determination

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As long as we have faith in the Bodhisattva and walk the path of Buddhism with determination, though we are far from being perfect or tactful, we are sure to reap benefits from our practice, even if we live in a world fraught with suffering. 我们在苦难丛生的娑婆世界当中, 只要相信菩萨,虽然做不到完美和圆融, 但是只要坚定的学佛, 沿着佛法这条道走下去, 一定能从中受益。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, […]

Words of Wisdom | It is important that Buddhist practitioners erect a wall in their hearts

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It is important that Buddhist practitioners erect a wall in their hearts, just as a computer requires a firewall for protection. No matter where the viruses come from, we are able to ward them off with the wisdom derived from Dharma. 学佛人一定要心中有一堵墙, 就像电脑要有一堵防火墙, 不管来自于哪里的病毒, 我们用佛法的智慧 都能把它挡在人间的烦恼之外。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume […]

Words of Wisdom | The best solution to any problem is to forgive

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Our hands are meant for labour, not to seek material gains. Our brain is meant for contemplating and repenting, not for clinging to attachments. Only when we remain sober-minded and ready to forgive others are we able to make constant progress. The best solution to any problem is to forgive. 手是用来劳动,不是用来索取的; 脑筋是用来思维和忏悔,不是用来偏执的; 让自己头脑清醒,经常原谅别人, 才能让自己不断进步; 解决问题最好的方法,就是原谅别人。 […]

Words of Wisdom | Learn to be grateful by rendering help to others when we receive help from others

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Learn to be grateful by rendering help to others when we receive help from others. Be grateful to nature for nurturing us. Be grateful to our parents for raising us. Be grateful to our fellow Buddhists for their friendship. Be grateful to the Buddha’s teachings for awakening us. 学会感恩, 得到别人的帮助更要帮助别人, 要感恩大自然的付出, 感恩父母的教养, 感恩佛情友情, 感恩佛法让我们开悟。 – […]

Words of Wisdom | It is essential to do good deeds while practising Buddhism

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It is essential to do good deeds while practising Buddhism. If you can lead others to practise Buddhism at no cost to yourself, then you are applying a wonderful method. To be able to help others awaken spiritually and to also allow yourself to introduce Buddhism to more people is wisdom. 学佛必须要行善, 不伤害自己又能度到众生,就是妙法; 能让别人开悟,又能让自己度到更多人, 就是智慧。 […]

Words of Wisdom |  Good Karma Stems From Doing Good; Loneliness Stems From Selfishness

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Good karma stems from doing good; loneliness stems from selfishness; suspicion stems from fear and fear stems from hatred. Thus, only when we cultivate a calm and peaceful state of mind can we turn our mortal heart into a Buddha’s heart.   善果是因為種善得來的, 孤獨是因為自私得來的, 懷疑是因為害怕得來的, 恐懼是瞋恨得來的, 所以培養好清淨心才能將凡心轉為佛心。   – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of […]

Words of Wisdom | The true meaning of life

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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 […]

Words of Wisdom | Be humble and steadfast

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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 […]

Words of Wisdom | Life is sustained by interdependence

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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

Words of Wisdom | Hatred and love

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If we hold hatred in our heart, it will germinate over time. If we nurture love in our heart, we will become compassionate over time. 一个人将恨一直积压在心中, 时间长了一定会发芽; 一个人把爱多一点放在心中, 时间长了一定会慈悲。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 3

Words of Wisdom | Wisest, Strongest, Richest

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Wisest are those who are good at discovering the strengths of others. Strongest are those who are good at controlling themselves. Richest are those who are aware of their fortune, are content with it, give their wealth to help others, and live a fulfilling and happy life. 善于学习他人之长处的人,最有智慧。 善于自己控制自己的人,最强大。 能深悉自己拥有的财富者, 知足者,并能将财物施予和帮助别人, 会让自己过好每一天, 精神愉快的人,是最富有的人。 – Master […]

Words of Wisdom | Cherish today

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Cherish what you have now and tame your sensual desires. Tomorrow belongs to those who cherish today. 珍惜现在所拥有的,不要把欲望看得太重, 能够拥有今天的人才能拥有明天。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 3

Words of Wisdom | A conqueror

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A conqueror, in the true sense of the word, is not one who is courageous in conquering a storm, but one who is skilful in steering clear of a storm. 真正的驾驭高手,不是勇敢地去征服风暴,而是机智巧妙地去避开风暴。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 3

Words of Wisdom | Regrets

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We will have no regrets if we always consult our inherent nature and true self before acting, uttering a word or conceiving a thought. 在一个行动要做出来、在一句话要出口、 在一个思维要形成之前, 问一问自己的本性和自性再去做, 就不会后悔了。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 3

Words of Wisdom | Honesty

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Buddhist practitioners must be honest. If one fails to meet the most basic requirement of being honest, then they will gradually deviate from Buddhist teachings. 学佛人必须要诚实,如果连诚实都做不到,就慢慢离开了佛法。 – Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 3