All conditioned phenomena are like dreams, illusions, bubbles, and shadows; like dew and lightning. One should contemplate them in this way.
Looking back, I feel that my constant pursuit of A8 and A9 was truly foolish. All appearances are illusory; they are impermanent, not unborn and undying. Even if we obtain them, we will eventually lose them; they do not last forever. And how much must we expend and lose just to obtain them?
Even if we obtain them in this life and lose nothing, what about the countless cycles of rebirth? Can we enjoy the so-called wealth and status in every lifetime?
Let us return to the unconditioned Dharma, wipe the dust from our hearts, and return to our true nature.
Over the past two days, I’ve been listening to Dharma Master Tifo’s lectures, and I’m no longer attached to many things.
This includes the I Ching. Thank you—it has been a way for me to get by and maintain my health, but it is not the ultimate truth and cannot help me completely let go of suffering. I’m always learning, and always lost in confusion.
Over the past two days, listening to Dharma Master Tifo’s explanations of the Diamond Sutra has given me direction. I no longer feel distressed. At least for a long time to come, I can keep listening to the Dharma Master’s teachings and guidance. His lecture series is comprehensive, and available on both YouTube and Bilibili. Someone has put together a collection.
I used to recite the Buddha’s name without knowing why. My mind would often wander, and I felt confused. I didn’t understand the Dharma either. Dharma Master Tifo has explained so much that I now understand why the Buddha said one thing in one place and something else in another.
The above is solely a sharing of personal opinions and experiences, and does not constitute any investment advice.
Looking back, I feel that my constant pursuit of A8 and A9 was truly foolish. All appearances are illusory; they are impermanent, not unborn and undying. Even if we obtain them, we will eventually lose them; they do not last forever. And how much must we expend and lose just to obtain them?
Even if we obtain them in this life and lose nothing, what about the countless cycles of rebirth? Can we enjoy the so-called wealth and status in every lifetime?
Let us return to the unconditioned Dharma, wipe the dust from our hearts, and return to our true nature.
Over the past two days, I’ve been listening to Dharma Master Tifo’s lectures, and I’m no longer attached to many things.
This includes the I Ching. Thank you—it has been a way for me to get by and maintain my health, but it is not the ultimate truth and cannot help me completely let go of suffering. I’m always learning, and always lost in confusion.
Over the past two days, listening to Dharma Master Tifo’s explanations of the Diamond Sutra has given me direction. I no longer feel distressed. At least for a long time to come, I can keep listening to the Dharma Master’s teachings and guidance. His lecture series is comprehensive, and available on both YouTube and Bilibili. Someone has put together a collection.
I used to recite the Buddha’s name without knowing why. My mind would often wander, and I felt confused. I didn’t understand the Dharma either. Dharma Master Tifo has explained so much that I now understand why the Buddha said one thing in one place and something else in another.
The above is solely a sharing of personal opinions and experiences, and does not constitute any investment advice.