Question: Why do I feel fear when I hear some slower chants of Amituofo’s name? Answer: It is probably due to association with some tunes played during wakes. What you...
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[27] Embraced By Amituofo’s Golden Light
As I was recently diagnosed with cancer, I am really grateful to Bro. (Shen) Shi’an and K, who took time to meet up with me despite their busy schedule. Bro. Shi’an...
[26] How Nianfo Alleviated My Suffering
I recently underwent a minor surgery, and was given local anaesthetic. Although the operated part of the body was numb, I could still feel the pressure of the surgical instruments...
What Should Be Done During Cremation (Or Burial)?
Question: During cremation (or burial), undertakers often ask the surviving family to put their palms together while watching the deceased being pushed in (or buried). Is it...
[25] The Importance Of Sincerity In Niànfó 用至诚恳心念佛的重要
(How I Embraced The Pure Land Teachings) In my classes, I encourage all to ask questions, for almost half an hour before each lesson begins, to even email me if shy. This is so as...
Samantabhadra Bodhisattva’s Verse For Admonition Of The Assembly 普贤菩萨警众偈
Why Lost Kids Should Cry Loudly
(Why We Should Nianfo Wholeheartedly) A chat between some Purelander friends… J: My Mum saw a little boy crying in the market. Passers-by told him to stop crying. One wanted...
How Can Niànfó Prevent The Worst Rebirth To Attain The Best?
The most intense negative karma of the most evil in the universe is incomparable in magnitude and quantity to the boundless meritorious virtues of the most enlightened in the...
What Is The Best Form Of Insurance?
Question: Now that there is ‘Medi-Whatever’ (a compulsory national medical fund funded by monthly personal contributions), is it alright to give up ‘other’...
How Does Nianfo Connect To The Triple Gem? 念佛如何感应三宝？
Question: How does Nianfo practice (of being mindful of the name of Amitabha Buddha – ‘Amituofo’) by itself express refuge in the Triple Gem (Buddhas, Dharmas and...