"Benevolence is repaid with benevolence, malice with malice.” Good deeds—like holding a door or giving to charity—plant seeds of positive karma, while misdeeds summon retribution. But did you know these kind acts alone can’t lift the shadow of past wrongs?

In this episode, we confront the sobering truth that rewards don’t cancel punishments, much like healthy meals can’t erase a greasy splurge, urging us to redefine what ‘good’ really means.

Master Lu unveils the vital distinction between good deeds and merit and virtue, teaching that while good deeds spark positivity, only merits and virtues can truly eliminate karmic obstacles.

He likens the mind to a mirror, polished by intentional acts of merit to reflect clarity and wisdom—a path to enlightenment that starts with a truly compassionate heart.

Learn more about Master Lu:Achievements: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gp20wLFk9JM&list=PLE1VygjqwQCwvQoclrz9BI-ImXl_tIH_I⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Official Website (Simplified Chinese): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lujunhong2or.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Official Website (English): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://guanyincitta.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Free Publications: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://guanyincitta.com/publications/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

We’d love to hear from you!
For comments, suggestions, or topics you’d like us to cover, please email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]

In this episode, we explore how moral discipline and gratitude spark profound shifts within us—imagine a seed growing into a tree, its roots reshaping the earth. Master Lu guides us through Buddhist teachings, showing how these practices anchor a life of wisdom and compassion.

Master Lu unpacks moral discipline as more than rules—it’s about refining habits, taming tempers, and easing greed and hatred in our thoughts and actions. We see how small justifications, like blunt honesty, ripple outward, shaping karma and our shared world. It’s a foundation for concentration and wisdom, empowering intentional living.

We crescendo with gratitude, a shield against greed, hatred, and ignorance. Master Lu calls it an active practice, not just a feeling, breaking desire’s cycle by focusing on blessings like a friend’s kindness. Paired with discipline, it steadies our minds, proving small acts echo widely.

Learn more about Master Lu:Achievements: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gp20wLFk9JM&list=PLE1VygjqwQCwvQoclrz9BI-ImXl_tIH_I⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Official Website (Simplified Chinese): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lujunhong2or.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Official Website (English): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://guanyincitta.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Free Publications: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://guanyincitta.com/publications/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

We’d love to hear from you!For comments, suggestions, or topics you’d like us to cover, please email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]

In this episode, we dive into the profound interplay between individual actions and their global ripple effects—a concept akin to casting a stone into a vast, interconnected web.
Master Lu unpacks the Buddhist perspective on karma, revealing how our personal choices don’t just shape our own lives but contribute to a collective karmic pool that influences the world around us.

We explore the empowering, yet humbling, idea that even small deeds—whether positive or negative—accumulate into forces like climate change or societal harmony, affecting us all. Through this lens, Master Lu teaches that understanding karma isn’t about feeling overwhelmed by the world’s challenges, but recognizing our agency to shift the balance toward good.

The journey deepens as we confront the dual nature of karma—individual and collective—and its real-world implications.
Master Lu emphasizes that negative actions release dark energy into our shared environment, while compassionate deeds and ethical living generate a protective shield of positive karma.

Learn more about Master Lu:

Achievements: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gp20wLFk9JM&list=PLE1VygjqwQCwvQoclrz9BI-ImXl_tIH_I⁠⁠⁠⁠

Official Website (Simplified Chinese): ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lujunhong2or.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠Official Website (English): ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://guanyincitta.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Publications: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://guanyincitta.com/publications/⁠⁠⁠⁠

We’d love to hear from you!
For comments, suggestions, or topics you’d like us to cover, please email: ⁠⁠[email protected]

In this episode, we explore the delicate and demanding journey of cultivating the mind—like treading on thin ice—toward wisdom.

Master Lu teaches that mental cultivation requires constant awareness and effort, as even experienced practitioners can easily slip into old habits and attachments. We examine how our minds shape reality, the power of understanding karma, and how shifting our perception of cause and effect can lead to a more mindful and peaceful life.

But the path isn’t easy—Master Lu warns that attachments, rigid beliefs, and unchecked emotions act as obstacles that cloud judgment and keep us from true wisdom.

We discuss how to navigate life’s challenges with clarity, respond to difficult emotions like anger with skill, and cultivate discernment in an age flooded with information.

In this episode, we explore Master Lu's profound teachings on finding meaning and fulfillment in life from a Buddhist perspective.

Master Lu guides us towards understanding the interconnectedness of all beings, urging us to respond to the world with compassion and kindness, even in the face of adversity. We delve into concepts like detachment, as opposed to disengagement, and insights on balancing indulgence and renunciation, maintaining kindness amidst hypocrisy, and the significance of respecting one's faith and focusing on a single practice.

Learn more about Master Lu:

• Achievements: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gp20wLFk9JM&list=PLE1VygjqwQCwvQoclrz9BI-ImXl_tIH_I⁠⁠⁠
• Official Website (Simplified Chinese): ⁠⁠⁠https://lujunhong2or.com/⁠⁠⁠
• Official Website (English): ⁠⁠⁠https://guanyincitta.com/⁠⁠⁠
• Free Publications: ⁠⁠⁠https://guanyincitta.com/publications/⁠⁠⁠

We'd love to hear from you!

For comments, suggestions, or topics you'd like us to cover, please email: ⁠⁠[email protected]

In this episode, we explore Master Lu's profound teachings on finding meaning and fulfillment in life from a Buddhist perspective.

Master Lu guides us towards understanding the interconnectedness of all beings, urging us to respond to the world with compassion and kindness, even in the face of adversity. We delve into concepts like detachment, as opposed to disengagement, and insights on balancing indulgence and renunciation, maintaining kindness amidst hypocrisy, and the significance of respecting one's faith and focusing on a single practice.

Learn more about Master Lu:

Achievements: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gp20wLFk9JM&list=PLE1VygjqwQCwvQoclrz9BI-ImXl_tIH_I⁠⁠

Official Website (Simplified Chinese): ⁠⁠https://lujunhong2or.com/⁠⁠

Official Website (English): ⁠⁠https://guanyincitta.com/⁠⁠

Free Publications: ⁠⁠https://guanyincitta.com/publications/⁠⁠

We'd love to hear from you!

For comments, suggestions, or topics you'd like us to cover, please email: ⁠⁠[email protected]

In this episode, we delve into the teachings of Master Lu, focusing on his profound insights into overcoming the three poisons: greed, hatred, and delusion. Master Lu explains how these inner obstacles cloud our minds, disrupt our lives, and perpetuate cycles of suffering.

We explore practical strategies he shared for transforming these poisons into opportunities for spiritual growth. From cultivating mindfulness and self-awareness to understanding the impermanence of desires, Master Lu provides actionable wisdom for navigating life’s challenges. His teachings reveal that true peace begins with self-reflection, compassion, and the daily practice of aligning our thoughts, words, and actions.

Learn more about Master Lu:

We'd love to hear from you!

For comments, suggestions, or topics you'd like us to cover, please email: ⁠[email protected]

In this episode, we explore the timeless wisdom of Master Jun Hong Lu, as shared in Buddhism in Plain Terms. Discover practical guidance for cultivating wisdom, morality, and harmony in everyday life. Master Lu reveals how to break free from selfishness and embrace equanimity. With insights on the Five Precepts and the power of the Right Dharma, Master Lu offers a roadmap to true happiness and personal growth.

Learn more about Master Lu:

We'd love to hear from you!

For comments, suggestions, or topics you'd like us to cover, please email: [email protected]

In this episode, we explore the profound legacy of Master Jun Hong Lu, a visionary leader, Buddhist teacher, and ambassador for world peace. As the founder of Guan Yin Citta Dharma Door, Master Lu inspired millions globally to practice loving-kindness through Buddhist teachings rooted in traditional Chinese culture.

As President of the Australia Oriental Media Group and the Australian Chinese Buddhist Research Centre, Master Lu harnessed media platforms such as 2OR Radio to share his teachings. We highlight his charitable efforts, from global disaster relief to mental health advocacy, and his international recognition for promoting peace and compassion.

Learn more about Master Lu:

We'd love to hear from you!
For comments, suggestions, or topics you'd like us to cover, please email: [email protected]