Buddhism

Can a game about donkeys and dung reveal true wisdom? In this lighthearted Zen story from the Tang Dynasty, Master Zhaozhou challenges his student to a contest—not of pride, but of humility. What begins as playful banter becomes a lesson on ego, emptiness, and the heart of Zen. Even in the lowest places, truth can shine through.

Can sitting still make you a Buddha? In this classic Zen story, a young monk devotes himself to meditation—but a simple lesson from the abbot changes everything. With a brick, a question, and a quiet truth, the path of real awakening begins. 磨磚做鏡子, 孤獨者的沉思 禪意故事

This book is a compilation of scriptures written by JiGong Living Buddha (濟公活佛) in the early 1900s through spirit writing. This page is the table of contents.

The clock of Heaven is nearing its final moment. The Tao has been received, and the mission is unfolding. Now is the time to awaken, stand firm, and guide all beings to transcendence. This is not just an ending—it is the true turning point, the final test of the heart. Scripture by TianRan Ancient Buddha, aka JiGong Living Buddha These words come from the sacred scripture of TianRan Ancient Buddha, also known as JiGong Living Buddha.

Where does the root of suffering lie? Laozi said it begins with the body—but deeper still, it starts in the heart. When we follow selfish desires, we drift from what is right and true. But by returning to Tao and awakening the wisdom within, we can walk the path back to our true self—a life of peace, purpose, and lasting joy.

When people see the word “emptiness,” they often start to judge, compare, or cling to certain ideas. Once the mind falls into this, it becomes very hard to understand the true meaning of emptiness. The Hinayana teachings focus on watching things outside, but they do not reach the full meaning of emptiness. They also do not help a person let go of their attachment to the idea of emptiness itself.