The Priceless Treasure Within

Teachings from Teacher Practitioner Xia Lianju, recorded by Venerable HaiZe.

June 5, 2022

The Universal Presence of the True Nature

You, I, and everyone else—including every being you see before you—possess this inherent quality. Whether it is a living creature, a plant, a tree, or even what we consider inanimate objects, all possess spirits and a true self within. This true self is a priceless treasure.

However, until it is revealed and until you have personally found it, it remains hidden in darkness. It is much like a magnificent treasure buried deep beneath the earth. Because it is hidden from view, one cannot see its brilliance.

The Treasure Buried by Karma

Instead, one only sees the weeds growing on the surface—these represent the various manifestations of our karma. People are often preoccupied with tending to the surface, hoping that the earthly creatures and life above ground will flourish. Yet, they remain entirely unaware of the need to dig deep to uncover the treasure of their true self buried beneath.

They allow this priceless treasure to remain buried, never seeing the light of day. Now that you have come to understand this truth, you must seize the opportunity of this human life.

The Precious Opportunity of Human Life

Among the six realms of existence and the four holy states, only the human body provides the unique conditions necessary to rediscover your true self. You must use this human life to undergo various trials and tribulations. Through these experiences, the impurities within your Body-Mind-Spirit can be cleansed.

Revealing the Light of the True Self

This process allows your true self, which has been obscured by layers of defilement, to finally emerge into the light. When the light of this treasure shines forth, it pierces through all darkness. It empowers you to rescue all beings, helping them leave suffering behind and attain rebirth in the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. Namo Amituofo.