Newsletter December 2023 Issue NO.5

▌ RECENT NEWS

Turning the Dharma Wheel in Melbourne

Bao Lin Chan Monastery

In 2008, Grand Master Weicheuh established Bao Lin Chan Monastery, the only Chung Tai meditation center in the Southern Hemisphere. Located in south-eastern Melbourne near Victoria, its close proximity to Melbourne’s Central Business District lets many busy professionals benefit from Buddhist teachings and practice Chan cultivation.

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▌ BUDDHIST WISDOM

Why Do We Need to Let Go?

Grand Master Weichueh is pointing us toward a path of personal transformation that begins with letting go of what we think we know or possess. This process opens us up to experience life with fresh eyes and leads us to a deeper understanding and acceptance of our true nature.

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▌ CULTIVATOR'S CORNER

To Be Aware of Self-Nature is to Seek the True Mind

Fa Xing, Ocean Sky Monastery

The author's journey of self-awareness begins with recognizing their emotional responses to life's challenges. Through introspection and steadfast mindfulness, they cultivate compassion and patience. This practice of letting go is pivotal in revealing the true mind's potential.

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▌ DHARMA STORY

Precepts as Teachers

Think of precepts as your guardrails—keeping you aligned and true to your spiritual path. Staying true to these principles doesn't just build good karma, it sharpens your insight and sets a powerful example for others to follow. Embrace the art of letting go within this framework and you'll find a sense of inner stillness and tranquility waiting for you.

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▌ VEGETARIAN EATING

Steamed Pumpkin with White Sauce

Looking for ways to use those seasonal pumpkins? Steam cubed pumpkin until soft, then top with a simple white sauce made with milk, butter, and flour. Finish with toasted pumpkin seeds for crunch. This easy recipe is great as a side dish, a snack,  or a meal.

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