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Suggested Sutra Reading

10/30/2012

 
Question:

Venerable Master,
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I do not know much about Buddhism; however my teachers did talk about Buddhist principles when I was in school. They elaborated on some topics such as merit and virtue, and reincarnation…

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Mystic Universe

10/28/2012

 
Question:

There is a Tibetan sect called Mystic Universe. Are they in line with Mahayana teachings? Should I join them?

Please spend time to look into it and tell me what you think of them.
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Amituofo

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Wish to leave home life

10/26/2012

 
Question:

Emituofo. I am very honored to know you. Do you accept female left-home disciples who really wish to cultivate?

Amituofo
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AN

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Lethal Oath

10/24/2012

 
Question:

Venerable Master:
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I am a Buddhist disciple. My cousin is also Buddhist and likes to volunteer at the temples. His problem is that he has a habit of swearing for harm to come to himself [such as swearing to be harmed if such and such conditions occur], especially in front of the altars. 

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Reciting Sutras

10/22/2012

 
Question:

Can I recite sutras when I have some free time?

When I recite sutras, I do not know how to hit the wood fish; is that still OK?

If I wish to have a child, which sutra should I recite?

Thank you.
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H

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Chan Healing

10/21/2012

 
Question:

Ven. Master,

Last Saturday, our four brothers and sisters were very blessed to personally receive your generous Chan teachings.

I would like to ask two questions:
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1. Normally I feel a chill in my body, however when I sit in meditation, I would feel hot and even perspire. Is that a good state and why?

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Arrogance

10/19/2012

 
Question:

What is arrogance like?
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NVD

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Imposing Religious Beliefs

10/17/2012

 
Question:

Venerable Master:

I am faced with a very serious conflict. My dad is a believer of the Cao Đài faith, while my mom is Buddhist.
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When I was young, I used to come to a Cao Đài temple to make contributions. Occasionally, I would also follow my mother to the temple to bow to the Buddhas. 

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Meddling without being asked

10/15/2012

 
Question:

Can the Buddhist “meddle” even when she is not asked for help?
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VS

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Sever Desire

10/13/2012

 
Question:
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I am a 21 year old student. I have studied Buddhism for half a year so far. Since I understand Buddhism, I realize that I have created so many offenses… For example, I liked to kill living beings when I was young… When I was 14 years old (I was in the seventh grade), through the TV programs I saw many sexy images and naturally wanted to see more of such images.

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Peaceful Country

10/3/2012

 
Question:

Greetings to you, Master.
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I am 17 years and am in school. Please tell me what I can do to learn Buddhism daily so that I can help others, wishing for my country to be at peace and my countrymen safe and happy.

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