The Master Answers
What does “recite without the thought of reciting” mean?
That is to recite the Buddha’s name naturally and always contemplate the Buddha.
Does Buddhism believe in one god or many deities?
Buddhism believes that everyone can become a Buddha and is kind in nature. People are just temporarily blinded by mental afflictions and ignorance.
How can you know death before understanding what life is?
Instead of feeling troubled about things that happen after death, why not live life to the fullest?
When physical pain is unbearable, how can one remain optimistic and accept the pain with a positive mindset?
When our physical body has already suffered enough from pain, wouldn’t the addition of tension, anxiety and sorrow lead to more suffering?
How do lay Buddhists uphold the precepts?
Someone asked, “How do lay Buddhists (Buddhists who cultivate at home) uphold the precepts to guard against harmful consequences created by speech, body and mind?
The Meaning of Being Grateful
One should not feel grateful only when one receives favours. As long as people can live in harmony and experience peace, this is already worthy of gratitude.
How to be filial to our parents?
A student asked Master Cheng Yen, “If our parents’ wish is in conflict with our ambitions, should we obey our parents, or should we stick to our ideals? How to be filial to our parents after getting married and moving out?”
How do we know a person and make good use of the person’s ability?
Someone asked Master Cheng Yen, “How do we know a person and make good use of the person’s ability?”
How to Raise and Educate Children
Master Cheng Yen mentioned about the education concept of raising children when she had a conversation with entrepreneurs.
The Role of an Educator
Someone asked, "What role do I need to play as a teacher and what is my duty? "
Be Grateful to the Companionship by fellow Dharma Brothers and Sisters
Someone asked, “Why does Tzu Chi recruit volunteers all year round?
How to deal with bad thoughts?
Someone asked, “It is normal to have bad thoughts. Although I would not carry out the bad thoughts, how should I deal with them?”
Allow Reluctant Followers to Catch Up
Question: How to treat someone who does not appreciate my kindness?
