◉ The real, permanent truth arises from having seen our self-nature.
◉ The simpler the life, the happier the life.
◉ All phenomena change constantly but the true-nature remains unchanged.
◉ Neither be happy when things go our way nor unhappy when they do not. Everything changes, nothing is real.
◉ The strength of our good karma is weak. The strength of our bad karma is strong. Knowing that we reap what we sow what can we do? Stop committing bad deeds and only do good ones.
◉ Why do we not see any improvement in our practice? Our thoughts are too scattered because we do not understand the true reality and are affected by the external world.
◉ Everything is impermanent, nothing stays the same. For example, we are not the same people we were in yesterday's photograph. If everything is changeable and nothing stays the same, why should we attach to it?
◉ Why do we have nightmare? Because our bad habits and bad deeds accumulated over infinite past lifetimes have planted seeds in our Alaya consciousness. These can arise even as we sleep.
◉ Giving dharma talks is a way to overcome our bad habits and afflictions, thus reducing our karmic obstacles. Lecturing everyday reminds us daily of the teachings.
◉ Observing precepts or self-discipline is knowing how to get along with people. Wisdom is to see through. Concentration is to let go. Practicing these will help us to understand that the true reality is neither existing nor empty.
◉ Only when our mind is in a state of serenity can we experience deep concentration. Only when our mind is in a state of deep concentration can we experience our original, innate wisdom.
◉ The true dharma joy is based on wisdom. It is the only true happiness that is permanent.
◉ Wealth is just like running water passing through. Remember that it is only illusion, not real.
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Source Of Information:
《To Understand Buddhism》, by Venerable Master Chin Kung, translated by Silent Voices, distributed by: Persatuan Penganut Agama Buddha Amitabha Malaysia, 90 & 92, Jalan Pahang, Gombak, 53000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.)
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