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Inner Freedom

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Posted on June 13, 2014 by kongzhu

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In practice, we all hope to be able to improve ourselves and make progress. It is usually the case in the pursuit of worldly knowledge, and Buddhist practice is not an exception. We all wish to reduce our shortcomings and … Continue reading →

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Fragrance of Incense…

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Posted on May 28, 2014 by kongzhu

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Although practice is not about external condition or formality, external conditions can play certain roles in the learning and purification process. For example, when we do not know what method to use in practice, we need the guidance and help … Continue reading →

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Studying with a Sincere Mind

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Posted on May 19, 2014 by kongzhu

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During our study of the Dharma, often we contemplate on the life of human beings. In examining human life, Buddhism does not present the Dharma layer by layer. Rather, it offers different methods in teaching practitioners at different levels. For … Continue reading →

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Do Not Measure the Practice of Others

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Posted on May 14, 2014 by kongzhu

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Sometimes we tend to have expectations for our students or our children, and mostly these expectations are from our own points of view.  Of course the students and children cannot have the level of maturity as adults and are unable … Continue reading →

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Buddhist Lyrics

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Silent, because of its nature
Sound, compassionate responding
Listen, mind of Bodhi awakening…

Known as the leader of "Campus Buddhist Songs" in Malaysia, Master Chi Chern is the writer of hundreds of lyrics for popular albums.

Selected Songs

Paintings and Calligraphy by Master Chi Chern

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"The boat carries all sentient beings to the other shore. The boat is abandoned after arriving. Bridging here and the other shore for sentient beings; connecting both sides to benefit going and returning." ~ Master Chi Chern

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Making a connection between tea drinking and the understanding of Buddhadharma, Master Chi Chern described the particular Chan retreat during which he had profound experience as a well brewed pot of tea. Calling himself a "tea monk", Master Chi Chern once commented, "If the tea is truly good, one doesn't have to worry that it is plain and light in flavour." A good tea will always leave an endless and timeless taste...
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