~ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ ๐จ๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐ค๐ข๐ง ๐๐๐ ~ Master Hsu Yun ่ไบ (Empty Cloud) - Zen/Chan Buddhism
Published 2022-05-06
When Xuyun was seventeen, he attempted to flee home to Mount Heng to become a monk without his family's permission. On a winding mountain path he encountered envoys sent by his uncle to intercept and escort him back. His aspiration was not realized and he was reproved and brought back home. His father formally arranged brides for him, and his marriage was completed. Although they lived together, Xuyun did not have sexual contact with his wives. Moreover, he extensively explained the dharma to the women so that they too would practice Buddhism. He left them this profound teaching "The Song of the Skinbag" which he wrote at the age of 19. Several years later Maser Hsu discovered that his two former wives had both ordained as bhikshunis (nuns).
The text can be found here:
www.cttbusa.org/master_hsuyun/song.asp.html
During his years as a hermit, Xuyun made some of his most profound discoveries. He visited the old master Yung Ching, who encouraged him to abandon his extreme asceticism in favor of temperance. He instructed the young monk in the sutras and told him to be mindful of the Hua Tou, "Who is dragging this corpse of mine?"
Master Hsu lived to the grand old age of 120.
Music: 'Upward to the Moon' (from Ashes of Love) - Zi De Guqin Studio
Raflum - Gui Zhao
"Upward to the Moon' (Lute) - Daniel Estrem
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there are countless beings like me who have been following you and your channel for a long time never leaving a comment or a thank you, perhaps because it is impossible to thank you for what we have received. but you should know we are here and we remain nameless but full of the grace of the truth you share and the encouragement to complete the journey. samaneri ๐ฅ๐๐๐ฅ๐งก๐ฅ๐๐
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He lived 119 years. And so many of those years with a quiet, well-trained mind. He will be an inspiration for 100s if not 1000s of years.
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Great way to share Zen . Not analyzing it to death. Just recite , and let people work it out for themelves...as intended.
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Cannot thank you enough! Your podcasts are my solace when waking up in the middle of nights due to insomnia. In fact, I enjoy them so much, I kinda welcome the insomnia!
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Empty cloud was born in a caul or embryonic sack. His mother though he was dead but a passing medicine man cut him out of it and he lived. That is the origin of this early poem.He was horribly beaten in the 50's by the red guard, in an attempt to rob him, but he had nothing - he was then over 110 years old. He died at 119 during the famines caused by Mao - he gave most of his food to the starving. He was a enlightened master who was at his death the head of Chinese Buddhism. My friend and teacher when I was a kid was ordained by him so I heard many stories -
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Your gift of delivery is so precious to my heart. The words of wisdom convict, awaken, and challenge my being.much love to you my friend.
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Such beautiful and profound.. Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu.. ๐๐๐
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The way you have done it, is very easy to "absorb," no distractions !. Thank you again for your presentation.
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Sister, my Gratitude for this Gift ๐
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Que bonito! Gracias por el amor que pones en tu trabajo Samaneri. Recibe mi sincero amor; he crecido con tu trabajo, pienso en tรญ todos los dรญas y te extraรฑo cuando no apareces, y me lleno y evolucionรณ con tus selecciรณn de tan maravillosas enseรฑanzas. Recibe muchas bendiciones. GRACIAS
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A man lived long yet thought so little. Intriguing outer being, and a very cultivated inner one. Thank you.
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I have listened for three times today. This is so good for my being. I can ho I e your heart feels my gratitude
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This is amazing. Love the ominous music with the words. Truly artistic.
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May all beings be peace and love โค๏ธ๐๏ธโฎ๏ธโฎ๏ธโฎ๏ธโค๏ธ
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Your gentle and beautiful voice, the aetherial music, the wonderful image of his face, and such beautiful wisdom. So deeply moving.
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Beautiful beyond words...lovely music..another sweet gift comes unasked
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The life story of this monk is absolutely incredible. Thank you ๐๐ผ๐๐ผ๐๐ผ
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"Just how much idle, empty chatter do you want to hear?" 18:40. and you inflected it all so well.
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You are a treasure Jayasara. These readings are priceless.
