Dipankara Buddha: The Buddha’s Teacher Who Illuminates All Beings

After our Dipankara Buddha was born, the entire world was lightened up, shining upon the beings in darkness. Thus, He was venerated as “Dipankara Buddha.” This Buddha had the stability and would not be interfered by evils, demons, ghosts, or beings from other paths. His light illuminates every being’s heart. “Heart” is very important.

The Path of Renouncing Secularity, Enacting Vows, and Spreading the Dharma

Shakyamuni Buddha's Path of Renouncing Secularity, Enacting Vows, and Spreading the Dharma

To celebrate is to commemorate—to honor Shakyamuni Buddha and to reflect upon whether we have followed the venerable Buddha’s path and continue to walk upon it. On this path, we should envision Shakyamuni Buddha walking ahead of us, a little farther in the distance. He is walking—have you followed Him? Have you strayed from the path? Have you perceived the Buddha’s illumination…

The Origin of Spreading Guang Huan Mi Zong with Compassion

Holy Master Ziguang Shang Shi giving instructions to disciples in the Angel's Court

Guang Huan Mi Zong’s origin can be traced back to the ancient times, derived from Great Sun Tathagatha. Guang Huan Mi Zong Dharma is originated from Great Sun Tathagatha. Ziguang Shang Shi’s heart of compassion can also be traced back to ancient times. Sakyamuni Buddha abandoned power and wealth out of his heart of compassion and entered the path of cultivation and Dharma preaching.