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Buddha Jayanti is an opportunity to celebrate the timeless wisdom of the Buddha and to renew one’s commitment to living a life of compassion, mindfulness, and ethical conduct. As the Buddha himself taught:
"Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment."
Magha Puja is a celebration of the harmonious gathering of the Sangha and the timeless teachings of the Buddha.
It reminds us of the interconnectedness of all beings and the shared aspiration for peace, wisdom, and liberation.
The principles of mindfulness are not just tools for meditation but ways of living with greater awareness, presence, and compassion.
By embracing non-judgment, acceptance, awareness, impermanence, letting go, patience, and beginner’s mind, we can cultivate a life of greater peace, clarity, and joy.
In honoring the Buddha’s Parinirvana, Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike can find inspiration to live mindfully, act compassionately, and seek wisdom in the face of life’s impermanence.
Through these practices, we move closer to the peace and liberation that the Buddha so compassionately exemplified.
"Truth is still the truth, even if no one believes it" is a profound reminder of the independent and unchanging nature of ultimate reality.
For Buddhists, aligning with truth is not just a philosophical exercise—it is the path to liberation.
Vesak is more than a religious holiday—it is a reminder of universal values like peace, compassion, and mindfulness.
In a world often divided by differences, the teachings of the Buddha call for unity, understanding, and the recognition of our shared humanity.
While much about Tai Hong Gong’s life remains shrouded in mystery, his teachings on meditation, simplicity, and the cultivation of wisdom and compassion are a lasting contribution to the spiritual traditions of China and the world.
As a representative of Chan Buddhism, Tai Hong Gong exemplified the transformative potential of meditation and the quest for enlightenment.
The three quotes that provide a glimpse into the deep well of wisdom left behind by the Buddha.
Each quote offers a powerful teaching that is both universal and deeply practical.
