The Nature of Wisdom: Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju

The Calm of the Wise

A wise person possesses the capacity to settle the affairs of the world with ease. They have the ability to transform major issues into minor ones, and minor issues into nothing at all. You must be careful not to let a non-issue escalate into a crisis; to do so is the action of a heart that has lost its connection to true wisdom. When your heart and mind fluctuate, your past karma manifests. When karma arises, it must be resolved with clarity and patience so that you may find true peace. A wise person is one who can calm the internal turmoil of their own heart. Do not allow external events to trigger your habits, for this only leads to further entanglement in the cycle of reincarnated existence.

The Mechanics of Thought and Karma

Every thought and intention you hold takes form. When these thoughts and the consciousness behind them persist, they create karmic seeds. When the conditions mature, the karmic fruit manifests in your life. This is how the laws of karma and cause and effect operate within the fabric of our existence. A wise person is one who can truly listen to the sincere words and teachings of others. Through the act of putting these teachings into practice, they receive the benefits of the Dharma. They do not rely solely on their own limited perspective, nor do they insist on doing things according to their own preconceived notions, which often leads to disastrous results.

Renewal at Hsiang Kuang

At Hsiang Kuang: A Sacred Sanctuary, you must be willing to let go of all your past the self, personal ego, and selfishness, and habits. You must be prepared to learn anew; this is a true rebirth. Only by doing so can you be considered a wise person, and only then will you have the opportunity to realise your true nature. If you continue to cling tightly to your past personality, habits, and ingrained ways of thinking, you will only bring more suffering upon yourself. Time passes second by second, and even the time you spend healing from your past wounds is a form of learning. Only when you are willing to accept the original teachings and suggestions can you truly let go of your ego-attachment and personal views, and finally change your ways.

The Manifestation of Prajna Wisdom

Is this the true definition of wisdom? At the very least, it is far better than repeating the same mistakes and suffering the same wounds over and over again. A person of great wisdom can prevent problems before they even occur. They can naturally foresee and resolve potential conflicts, ensuring that disasters or friction never manifest in the first place. Wisdom cannot be forced; it is a natural ability that emerges only after the process of purification. In truth, this wisdom is something that all beings possess inherently. As a practitioner continues their purification, their wisdom becomes increasingly manifest, growing brighter and clearer until they reach the state of Those who have realised their true nature. At that point, their wisdom is fully open and revealed, and Prajna wisdom manifests before them. Solving problems is only one small part of this profound capability. Meeting Those who have realised their true nature is truly rare and difficult to encounter in this world. You must follow their guidance and learn from them with a sincere heart; only then will you find your way back to your true self. This message was recorded by the Buddha's disciple, Venerable HaiZe.