Tag: liberation

07
Dec
2010

The Limitations of Amulets

Amulets might offer some protection – but they cannot protect anyone from eventual death. Amulets might offer some blessings –…

27
Oct
2010

Just Do What’s To Be Done

A friend visited a monastery in China, and came across a monk who told her that a couplet at a…

24
May
2010

Liberation of Greed?

The Chinese man remarked that during the revolution, they used to eat pork only once a year. This he said,…

19
Aug
2009

Holding the Snake Vs Releasing the Raft

Question: Based on the Alagaddupama Sutta, the snake and the raft represent all Dharma teachings as taught by Buddha. The snake…

03
Feb
2009

Example : Dharma Joy

“I have Dharma joy; therefore, I am always happy.” Venerable Sheng Yen (1930 – 2009) May he be swiftly liberated….