Question:

Ven. Master!

I am a student. I silently recite the Buddha’s name while I walk to school. At home, I would also silently recite his name while doing the household chores. ​

At night I would then silently dedicate the merit and virtue as [the typical dedication of merit and virtue verse].

Is that correct?
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QT

Question:

Emituofo:

I a 25-year old who feels rather lost. In the past, I followed my older sister to the temple to eat vegetarian meals and listen to the Dharma lectures.

I would like to leave the home life and take refuge under a master in order to learn the proper principles and develop skills to help others. I feel abandoned because my mother has her own separate family as does my father. I feel like an outcast living on the fringe of society.

Could you please tell me which temple I should go to practice and learn?
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THN

Question:

Hi:

I am a devout Christian.

My mother recently passed away and I am very interested in your Buddhist concept of the 49-day period.

What can I do to help my dear mother who wishes to go near God?
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EAD ​

Question:

Ven. Master,

I wish to leave the home life but my family is putting up a lot of roadblocks. I can’t seem to find a way out. Please teach me what to do. Thank you.
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MJ