The Great Matter of Leaving Suffering Behind

The Thrice Yearning Ceremony serves as a profound gateway for spiritual transformation. During the first session of this sacred event, Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju provided essential guidance on the fundamental task of leaving suffering behind.

The Heart as the Source of All Things

To truly leave suffering behind, you must put in the work at the level of the heart. It is not enough to merely change your outward appearance or superficial actions. Instead, you must look deeply into the root of the matter. As the teaching states, all dharmas are mind-only. When the heart is at ease and free, you have truly grasped the great Dharma of leaving suffering behind.

Transforming the Self

Suffering and difficulty are born from the heart. They arise because our minds are not yet aligned with the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Way. To address this, you must:

• Recognise the deep-seated habits that bind you to the cycle of rebirth.Change the "self," personal ego, and selfishness, which are the primary obstacles to your progress.Purify your body, mind, and spirit through diligent practice.

This is the wonderful method to initiate the process of leaving suffering behind. It is a practical approach that requires constant vigilance and sincere effort.

The Path to Liberation

This liberation is accessible at any moment, provided that your heart is willing to receive the teachings. When you truly know suffering, understand its causes, and work to leave it behind, you will surely receive the compassionate grace of the Buddha. Through this connection, all beings who are connected by karmic affinity can be saved and find the path to true happiness.