Search ContentBusy–
All of the days melt into one
Tedious
Monotonous
But like a flower in the dawn
Your smile
Blooms
In an instant my heart
Calms
Exhaustion
Like the tides
Recede
Peace rises in my sky
Like the crescent moon it
Shines
When the jarring sounds grow
Louder and louder
My steps become
Erratic
As the rhythm of rushing
Breaks my balance
But
Your gentle smile is like the
Summer breeze
In an instant
I relax
Like having a cold drink on a hot day
I am
Revitalized
Able to guard my heart
Again
When a plethora of unexpected conflicts
Arise
Tired
Overwhelmed
My sword of discernment
Grows dull
I start to lose my resolve
But
Your rousing smile is like a war horn
Calling back my power of
Self-reflection
So I can make clear decisions
Again
Like a sapling draped in the morning sun
I decide
To bloom hope like a garden in
Spring
Sparkling with kindness
Just like your golden
Smile
Busy–
All of the days melt into one
Tedious
Monotonous
But like a flower in the dawn
Your smile
Blooms
In an instant my heart
Calms
Exhaustion
Like the tides
Recede
Peace rises in my sky
Like the crescent moon it
Shines
When the jarring sounds grow
Louder and louder
My steps become
Erratic
As the rhythm of rushing
Breaks my balance
But
Your gentle smile is like the
Summer breeze
In an instant
I relax
Like having a cold drink on a hot day
I am
Revitalized
Able to guard my heart
Again
When a plethora of
unexpected conflicts
Arise
Tired
Overwhelmed
My sword of discernment
Grows dull
I start to lose my resolve
But
Your rousing smile is like a war horn
Calling back my power of
Self-reflection
So I can make clear decisions
Again
Like a sapling
draped in the morning sun
I decide
To bloom hope like a garden in
Spring
Sparkling with kindness
Just like your golden
Smile
When Your Smile Blooms: Inspiration
Written by editors
Though Master Jih-Chang passed away in 2004, Zhen-Ru has never forgotten her teacher. It has been 17 years, yet she still carefully studies his words, continuing to explore their depths. Through online classes, she also guides others through Master Jih-Chang's lectures on great compassion and wisdom—towards the Mahayana path.
Traversing to the ends of the earth, the Buddha's teachings expound the ways to thoroughly transcend all suffering. Master Jih-Chang would spend his life learning and practicing these unbroken lineage teachings. Knowing their importance, he explained them line by line, guiding those after him to practice in their everyday lives. He encouraged his students to look within, to turn challenges into opportunities, to find the true causes of suffering, and to make use of their precious human life!
Not only Zhen-Ru, but many who saw him were deeply moved by his insightful eyes and his compassionate smile.
"When Your Smile Blooms!"
In the past, the Buddha traveled far and wide, often smiling and bringing light. Through many skillful means he pointed out the path to leaving suffering and achieving joy.
For those of us in modern times, when the day dawns, when disturbances and pains suddenly strike… Why not stop in our steps and look within?
Reviewing the teachings of Late Master—his actions, his words, and his thoughts—give rise to mindfulness. On this path of joy—for ourselves and others—persevere!
For more information on Venerable Jih-Chang
https://www.blisswisdom.org/about/master-jihchang
When Your Smile Blooms: Inspiration
Written by editors
Though Master Jih-Chang passed away in 2004, Zhen-Ru has never forgotten her teacher. It has been 17 years, yet she still carefully studies his words, continuing to explore their depths. Through online classes, she also guides others through Master Jih-Chang's lectures on great compassion and wisdom—towards the Mahayana path.
Traversing to the ends of the earth, the Buddha's teachings expound the ways to thoroughly transcend all suffering. Master Jih-Chang would spend his life learning and practicing these unbroken lineage teachings. Knowing their importance, he explained them line by line, guiding those after him to practice in their everyday lives. He encouraged his students to look within, to turn challenges into opportunities, to find the true causes of suffering, and to make use of their precious human life!
Not only Zhen-Ru, but many who saw him were deeply moved by his insightful eyes and his compassionate smile.
"When Your Smile Blooms!"
In the past, the Buddha traveled far and wide, often smiling and bringing light. Through many skillful means he pointed out the path to leaving suffering and achieving joy.
For those of us in modern times, when the day dawns, when disturbances and pains suddenly strike… Why not stop in our steps and look within?
Reviewing the teachings of Late Master—his actions, his words, and his thoughts—give rise to mindfulness. On this path of joy—for ourselves and others—persevere!
For more information on Venerable Jih-Chang
https://www.blisswisdom.org/about/master-jihchang
Translated by Amrita Translation Foundation
Author: Zhen-Ru
Translator: Kacy Lin
Chief Editor: Ven. Alick
Editors: Ven. Yvonne, Ven. Sabrina, Ven. Joanna, Ven. Elena, Ven. Sonia, Ven. Tina, Jingli Wang
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