Empty Observation, Still Observation, and Inner Observation

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Emptiness Observation, Still Observation, and Inner Observation Emptiness observation, still observation, and inner observation all contain the character “觀” (to observe). The meaning of “觀” is to look. To look means to directly use one’s eyes without relying on excessive … (Continue Reading)

A Lamp at the Center of Ignorance

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A lamp at the center of ignorance No matter what kind of child you have, he is not the cause of your suffering, your thoughts about him are the cause of your suffering.

Walking on the Stable Path of the Noble Eightfold Path

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Walking on the Stable Path of the Eightfold Path 1 The Buddha’s Eightfold Path, is a safe and stable path for the mind. By stepping onto it, your heart will not encounter troubles, nor the causes of troubles; you will … (Continue Reading)

Grasping the Word “Bright”

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Grasp a single word: “Ming” If you don’t want to complicate your practice, just grasp one word. That word is “Ming.” Ming means to clearly know in the present moment, to be aware at all times, no matter where you … (Continue Reading)

Learning from the Buddha: Staying Away from Gossip

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Learn from the Buddha, and refrain from gossiping. Gossip is a kind of mental diet, but it is a poor one. When the mind engages in gossip, it consumes food that is dull and uninteresting. The result of consuming such … (Continue Reading)

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