Guidance from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju on the Path to Liberation

The Crossroads of Human Existence

Throughout the span of a human life, we often find ourselves standing at a complex crossroads. We look out at the horizon, feeling lost and uncertain, wondering which direction we should take to find true meaning. How many times have we stumbled and fallen in the darkness of this world? We have lost count of the many times we have wandered off the path, distracted by the illusions of the material world. However, now that you have encountered the name of Namo Amituofo, your goal should be clear and your purpose defined. You are no longer a wanderer without a destination; you are a seeker of the Truth.

The Radiant Presence of Namo Amituofo

Look ahead with the eyes of your heart. Namo Amituofo stands before you, His radiant form towering and magnificent, filling the entire sky with His boundless light. He has extended His golden arms, reaching out to lead all beings back to the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. Why do you still hesitate? Why do you linger in doubt when the path to liberation is laid out so clearly before you? You should be rushing forward, flying toward Him with all your strength, fearing only that you might be too slow. Yet, many of you remain standing exactly where you are, unmoved by the call of the Buddha.

The Reality of the Pure Land

Even if your physical eyes cannot yet perceive the presence of the Buddha, Practitioner Su and I have clearly and truthfully told you the reality of the situation. The Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss is not a distant dream; it is here. The Western Three Holy Ones are present in this very space. The assembly of pure beings from the great ocean of the Pure Land is here. The ancestral masters of the thirteen generations are also here. This place, where we gather to chant and reflect, is the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss.

The Urgency of Diligent Practice

Practitioner Su has expressed this truth with such clarity, urging everyone to treat every single day as if it were two, seizing every moment to hold fast to the name of Namo Amituofo. Yet, many of you are still merely watching, waiting, and remaining still. You should be engaging in diligent practice, moving forward with fierce courage and unwavering determination. Instead, you continue to walk slowly, as if you have all the time in the world. Namo Amituofo stands at the forefront, guiding all beings toward the right direction. When you stop, or worse, when you retreat, it truly fills the holy assembly of the Western Pure Land with profound regret.

Awakening to Your True Nature

Think back to how the holy ones of the past cultivated their practice. They were always cautious, always trembling with the fear of being lax, never daring to slacken in their efforts. It was only through such rigorous and sincere practice that they were able to enter the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. I hope that the fourfold assembly of disciples will awaken quickly. Do not let your precious time slip away. Strive to reach Awakening and realise your true nature as soon as possible. By doing so, you will be able to save other beings, lead them to the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss, and finally return to your true home. Do not let our compassionate father, Namo Amituofo, wait for you for too long. Namo Amituofo.