Teachings of the Celestial Venerable of the Supreme One Who Delivers from Sufferings

(I) The Distinction Between Wisdom and Enlightenment

• Wisdom does not equal Enlightenment: Worldly wisdom (i.e., survival skills, social navigation) may actually deepen one’s attachment to the material world if it is used solely to live a comfortable secular life.

• Wisdom is the foundation of Enlightenment: An enlightened being possesses wisdom by necessity. As such, a practitioner must redirect the "aim" of their wisdom toward achieving spiritual fruition rather than becoming lost in the mundane world.

The Supreme One explains:

"Having wisdom is not equivalent to achieving enlightenment, though enlightenment generally encompasses fundamental wisdom. In truth, because many people in the mortal realm have undergone numerous cycles of reincarnation, they possess a profound understanding of worldly affairs. Throughout this process, they have gained certain realisations, and their wisdom has gradually been established."

"However, because their wisdom is primarily focused on how to survive in the mortal world—and beyond survival, how to express and assert themselves—it can be a hindrance to spiritual enlightenment. If a person builds their wisdom solely upon the experiences of past lives to live 'more effectively' or ‘more comfortably’ in the world, such a wise individual may not necessarily be able to attain enlightenment."

"If one does not know how to utilise wisdom and fails to focus it on the pursuit of enlightenment or spiritual awakening, then essentially, this wisdom cannot help you much. A wise person will not necessarily end up enlightened, yet an enlightened person’s foundation inevitably stems from their wisdom."

"If you are a person of wisdom, your fundamental focus should be redirected toward the path of attaining enlightenment. Otherwise, you will be drawn away and influenced by the people and affairs of the mortal realm. Your thoughts and perspectives on enlightenment will fail to consolidate within your spiritual practice, as you will be constantly distracted and swayed by the world around you."

(II) The Essence of Life Experience

• Shift in Perspective: Do not simply define life's encounters as "good" or "bad." Instead, view them as opportunities for learning and breakthrough.

• Emotional Mastery: If you judge life through the lens of good and bad, you will inevitably suffer emotional turbulence. If you view life as a learning process, every experience becomes wisdom.

• The Process of Correction: If one commits errors but refuses to change or admit fault, they will remain unable to achieve a breakthrough, even after a hundred cycles of reincarnation.

The Supreme One explains:

"How does one unlock one's own wisdom? It actually lies within one’s life experiences and trials. Many people categorise these experiences as 'good' or 'bad' rather than viewing them as a process of learning. When you label life experiences this way, your entire existence often suffers from emotional turbulence. Because of your attachments, the concepts of 'good' and 'bad' become the very purpose of your life."

"Therefore, do not view life as good or bad; see it as an opportunity to learn. Every experience and challenge can yield a realisation, helping you understand what you need to learn and where you need to achieve a breakthrough. With this mindset, your experiences become the growth engine of your wisdom. If a practitioner can accumulate these experiences and realisations, their wisdom will naturally increase, and one day they will achieve a perfect result—attaining Enlightenment."

"Many of life's processes and encounters are merely a part of spiritual cultivation. As long as one is not overwhelmed by emotions—if one can view life with a calm and peaceful mind—it is actually not difficult to achieve a breakthrough in realisation, especially in today’s information-rich society. However, many people fail to use their wisdom; driven by their desires, they feel a sense of losing control. Consequently, they make mistakes in the process, resulting in stagnation; they neither learn nor grow. They do not realise they have erred, nor do they admit fault. Thus, the same patterns of choice continue without any process of correction."

"If you spend a lifetime living this way, even if you are given 5, 10, or even 100 more lifetimes, you will still live the way you do today. When, then, will you ever attain enlightenment or break through the cycle of reincarnation? This is a question that requires deep exploration."

"Do not assume that your life and current circumstances are 'perfect'—for example, having a happy family and a life free of challenges. Especially as a practitioner, when, after a few years of cultivation, your life gets better and more peaceful, you might feel that you should come back again. If so, your attachment to the mortal realm has already begun to take root. In your subconscious, you will still want to return; thus, you want to come back to repeat the same human lifestyle in your next life."

"There is no right or wrong in life’s choices; it is your decision. If you choose to come back again, it does not matter—the Divine will not stop you. I (The Supreme One) would simply have to tell you all this again in your next life. Even then, it is not troublesome to me, though repeating it too many times can become quite tedious."

"You must reflect on whether you truly want to return (to the mortal realm). If you’re a seeker of enlightenment, you must ask yourself: Am I still willing to undergo reincarnation? If you’re not, then you need to think more deeply. You might practice diligently for 10 or 20 years, perhaps starting with the intention of improving your life. But one day, through your efforts, you may obtain the quality of life you desired. At that point, you must ask yourself if you are willing to forgo the quality of life you have worked so hard for. If you are unwilling to do so, it is because you’re still not able to relinquish your attachment to the mortal world, and so, in your subconsciousness, you will still want to return for your next life."

"This is the most fundamental choice. If you do not choose wisely, you can practice austerities for 50 years, yet I can guarantee you will still return. This is because your attachments are deeply rooted; you cannot give up the mortal world—its temptations, its beautiful people and things, its emotional ties, and its material pleasures. Many people cannot let go of any of this, not even when their own bodies are no longer able to enjoy them. When the time comes, many still cling to their physical forms, refusing to let go of their ageing bodies. You should observe these attachments more closely by looking at your family, relatives, and friends; that is the reality, the Truth."

"The primary obstacle is that many people cannot accept this truth because they are so accustomed to the worldly way of life."

"Regardless of what you have or do not have in this life, you must maintain the mindset of being willing to forgo and relinquish everything when the time comes. Let go with ease. In this way, your attachments will not be too deep, and your chances of achieving enlightenment will be much higher."

(III) The Depth of Faith and the Existence of Divinity

• Faith Cannot Be Forced: Faith must be cultivated spontaneously from within. Many can perceive the existence of Divinity, but they may still choose to disbelieve due to their attachment to this tangible world (e.g., fame, wealth, and the physical body).

• Rejecting Superstition: Seeking the Divine should not merely be about improving one's quality of life; it should be a pursuit of Truth and liberation from the "Sea of Suffering."

• The Helplessness of Divinity: If a spirit or soul fails to recognise the existence and truth of Divinity, this lifetime is considered "spent in vain," leaving the spirit with no choice but to repeat the cycle of reincarnation.

The Supreme One explains:

"Faith is something that absolutely cannot be coerced. I have seen many people who have direct, personal experiences with Divinity, yet in the end, they may still choose to disbelieve. If you do not explore and cultivate faith yourself, no one can do it for you. Even though there is plenty of evidence—even for those without direct personal contact—many still cannot accept the existence of Divinity. They prefer to believe only in the tangible world, despite knowing it is impermanent and fleeting. Many remain entangled with the material world within this state of impermanence."

"It is precisely because they do not believe in the existence of Divinity that many people return once again to the cycle of reincarnation."

"One of the reasons for reincarnation is for the spirit and soul to discover the existence of Divinity. A primary purpose for every spirit coming to the mortal world is to explore and recognise Divinity. If a person fails to investigate this, this lifetime is lived in vain. The Divine feels helpless, needing this spirit to return and repeat the process in the next life. Yet, many remain in a state of disbelief—choosing to believe only when they need Divine help and disbelieving when life is smooth-sailing. They worship only in the hope that the Divine will improve their quality of life, rather than pursuing the Truth and seeking a breakthrough from reincarnation and suffering. The Divine may help you in this life because of your sincerity, but that does not guarantee you will remain sincere in your subsequent life, nor does it mean the Divine will continue to assist you then."

"If your concepts or faith are not grounded—if they are built upon mere superstition—you will never understand the messages the Divine is constantly transmitting. You will live your life in a daze and fail to understand the principles of Divinity. In such a case, this life is lived in vain."

"I have seen many people repeat this way of life over and over. Not just for one or two lifetimes; some have continued this way for dozens or even hundreds of lifetimes, with no desire to change. The problem is that once a spirit has reincarnated too many times, it becomes profoundly weary. At that point, even if a Buddha or an Angel appeared before them, they might still not be able to awaken. The spirit is exhausted by the mortal world, yet it cannot find the way out of the suffering."

"However, the Divine system will not grant you passage home on the 501st lifetime just because it 'pities' you for reincarnating for the past 500 lifetimes. Reincarnation is endless; it has no finish line. If you cannot reach enlightenment after 1000 lifetimes, there will be a 1001st. It will not stop until you decide to end it by learning about the Truth of existence and reincarnation. Only after you attain enlightenment do you no longer need to continue these cycles."

"This Truth, this condition, is actually very simple. The Divine has set it up as an easy task that everyone can achieve; it is not impossible. It all comes down to a single shift in thought (i.e., a paradigm shift). Therefore, faith is a vital foundation. No matter how much the Divine helps you—and the Divine can help with almost anything—they cannot build your faith for you."

"Because when you become enlightened, you become a ‘God,’ a Buddha, or an Angel—an enlightened being. Since you attained enlightenment through your own volition, it has nothing to do with other ‘Gods’, ‘Buddhas’ or ‘Angels’. They cannot grant you enlightenment. Only when you yourself see through the illusions and forgo your desires can you achieve it. Once enlightened, you ultimately become a Divine being yourself. This is why faith is of paramount importance to a practitioner."

(IV) The Practitioner’s Self-Requirements (Humility and Reflection)

• Humility is the Shortcut to Growth: Believing oneself to be "perfect" is the greatest burden or obstacle in cultivation; it leads to false beliefs that mislead others and create a "cloudy" or stagnant spiritual environment.

• Reflecting on Intent: One must detect if they are being "hypocritical" (saying one thing but doing another) or if they are staying silent about wrongdoing to avoid conflict.

The Supreme One explains:

"A practitioner must view themselves with great humility, constantly exploring and reflecting upon their own nature."

"Your thoughts, your views, and how you interact with others—what matters most is your intent. Many people are hypocritical; they say one thing and do another without even realising it. Because they don't see it as a problem and fail to reflect, this becomes the greatest hindrance for a practitioner, because they see themselves as right, that they are the best, and that while others have flaws, they themselves are perfect. This mindset becomes a heavy burden—not just for the individual, but for those practising alongside them."

"Unintentionally, you will mislead others by sharing incorrect concepts or pessimistic ideas. This muddies the spiritual environment. It pushes fellow practitioners into a blur where they can no longer distinguish right from wrong or understand the feelings of others, leading to entanglements and a pervasive atmosphere of negativity."

"In a place of practice or a centre of cultivation, if everyone holds the right mindset, reflects daily, and views their own words and interactions with humility, it is difficult for false concepts to take root. Many such centres eventually become negative or superstitious, primarily because practitioners choose not to speak up when they come across something said or done that is wrong. These errors then circulate and multiply, silently causing the centre to crumble. Over time, practitioners become discouraged with their own path."

"Such an outcome is a great pity. A practitioner must hold correct concepts and understand the true education of the Divine. Do not live in a state of superstition. If you don't understand, ask; do not try to be 'clever' by spreading incorrect doctrines, which only breeds more error."

"Many practitioners choose silence because of their upbringing or education. Even when they witness incorrect behaviour, they choose not to correct it, allowing that behaviour to proliferate. This is not ideal. You should think about how to uphold the teachings of Divinity; do not allow others to manipulate or undermine the Truth."

"Self-examination is the most basic foundation of a practitioner. You must possess a humble attitude. If you believe you are already perfect, it is better not to be a practitioner, for your path will be agonising. However, if you carry a humble heart, you will find that you can learn a great deal and grow very quickly in a very short time. This is because you are willing to look at yourself, accept criticism and suggestions, and see your own flaws. If humility can bring such transformation to your life, why not embrace it?"

"If you insist you are perfect, those around you—not wanting to disappoint you—may praise you as perfect as well. In the end, you will be left utterly alone. Why suffer such a fate? If this mindset becomes deep-rooted, you will carry it into your next life to face the same challenges, living in pain across every lifetime without a single breakthrough."

"Life is ultimately your choice. Whether your 'fate' is good or bad, the outcome depends on the decisions you make. Only when you use your wisdom to make wise choices will you truly obtain what you are meant to. When you accumulate these realisations, the day will come when you achieve enlightenment."

"You have the power to shorten or lengthen your journey through reincarnation; it is in your hands, not Divinity’s. You decide how long your cycle will be. Some spirits attain enlightenment in a single lifetime; others may take a thousand. Believe it or not, there are actually more spirits who succeed in one lifetime than those who take a thousand. Often, when your notions or concepts change—when you see, understand, and realise the truth—you will naturally change with them. Do not tell yourself you can't do it; tell yourself you can, but you must think more deeply."

"If you wish to increase or unlock your wisdom, you must spend time thinking. Think more, observe more, and analyse more. Where does your analytical ability come from? It comes from knowledge. To strengthen your thinking, you must increase your knowledge. Listen, read, observe, and learn more. As knowledge grows, your level of thinking will naturally rise."

"However, many people stop growing once their quality of life improves. They feel they no longer need to learn because they believe more knowledge won't increase their material enjoyment. As a result, they stall at a certain stage."

"Consequently, their analytical ability vanishes, and they become lazy in their thinking. Eventually, they grow old, their minds decline, and they can no longer think—they have missed their window of opportunity! If you want another chance at enlightenment, it will have to be in the next life. Do not long for a life of ease; as far as I know, a life of comfort does not elevate a person’s thoughts or intellect. That is human nature."

"If you cannot break through human nature, enlightenment will be very difficult. Therefore, when your physical health is at its peak and most ideal, that is exactly when you should think more deeply about the 'whys and wherefores' of life and its ultimate truths. In doing so, your wisdom will naturally strengthen. So, when you ask the Divine for help, do not merely pray for health or for everything to go your way. If you must pray, pray for the Divine to grant you wisdom. Only wisdom can allow you to break through in your life—whether in cultivation, in your quality of being, or in your daily existence."

"Thinking is indispensable to a practitioner. If you are a 'lazy thinker,' I suggest you wait until the next life to practice. To attain enlightenment, you truly need to think and contemplate. You must consistently ask yourself questions and seek answers. If you cannot find them, ask others; if they do not know, ask the Divine."

"I have already taught you these techniques. Yet sometimes, when I watch you communicate with your Spiritual or Guardian Angel, you often ask about trivial and meaningless matters—acting against what you already know. If you know it's trivial, why be so attached? Time waits for no one. If you remain trapped in impermanence while constantly fretting over trifles, this is certainly not the path to liberation. Use your time wisely. You can even learn truths from watching a movie or TV occasionally. But coming here to talk about meaningless things wastes your time and your Angel’s time. Though the Divine are merciful and have more 'time' than you, and will still guide you, they harbour hope you will not remain stubbornly deluded. Life is short. If you miss this chance, you must repeat it in the next life, by which time, you might not even have the chance to know me, and I will have no way to continue guiding you."

"I tell you these truths because I hope you will reflect on them. If you seize the opportunity you have in this lifetime, you can certainly achieve a breakthrough. Several among you have already achieved this; you have examples and a direction to strive for. I hope you grasp this opportunity and do not let my words fall on deaf ears."

(V) Attachment (The Final Shackle)

• The Forms of Attachment: Attachment manifests as a fixation on material comforts, emotions, personal abilities, one's own opinions, or even one's ageing physical body.

• The Tug-of-War Between Wisdom and Attachment: The more attachments one holds, the more wisdom is suppressed. The core of elevating wisdom lies in reducing attachments.

• Characteristics of the Enlightened: An enlightened person is not necessarily free of all attachment (as fluctuations are inevitable while inhabiting a physical body); rather, they possess the ability to reflect in real-time and clearly perceive their own attachments.

The Supreme One explains:

"Some people are attached to tangible things; others to the intangible. Some cling to their own ideas, perspectives, creativity, abilities, or way of thinking. 'Attachment' encompasses every struggle faced by people in the mortal world. Regardless of your profession—or if you have none at all—you must honestly confront the issue of your attachments. Some love themselves too much; others do not love themselves at all. Some despise themselves, while others despise everyone else."

"These are all forms of attachment. How you view yourself is an attachment; how you view others is an attachment. How you regard and treat your family is an attachment. Even your karma is brought about by your attachments. If you cannot see through this, your wisdom will never flourish; it will remain imprisoned. This is the power and the harm of attachment. If you do not explore this concept, you will eventually find your spiritual practice stalled, unable to achieve any further breakthrough because your attachments have locked you in place. The more attachments you have, the more they diminish your wisdom; they work against each other."

"To elevate your wisdom, you must fundamentally reduce your attachments; only then will you unlock your chains. Otherwise, your wisdom will forever be held captive. Even highly advanced practitioners who are unable to forgo attachments can do more harm than good. They can end up misleading others. When one’s attachments become their 'spiritual guide,' such is the unfortunate consequence."

"If you never engage in self-reflection, you will never see where your attachments lie. Only a practitioner who reflects can see them clearly. If you ask many practitioners, 'Do you have attachments?' they will instinctively say 'No.' Yet, the reason they cannot achieve enlightenment is precisely because of the residual attachments they are blind to. Unable to untie that final knot, the opportunity for enlightenment remains a distant dream."

"Everyone has attachments, regardless of their station in life or their level of cultivation. Even if you are an enlightened being, as long as you remain in the mortal world, you will still have traces of attachment. The difference is that an enlightened person can reflect and see their attachment, whereas an unenlightened person clings to it. As long as you possess a physical body, you will have attachments; you could jump into the Yellow River and still not wash them away."

"True cultivation, therefore, is not about reaching a state where you have zero attachments. A true practitioner knows exactly where their attachments are. From that awareness, you slowly clear them away; it is simply a matter of time. In contrast, a practitioner who does not understand their own attachments will find the path to be a painful process."

"In truth, it is quite the opposite. When you can accept your attachments and subsequently relinquish them, that is the virtue of a practitioner and a goal everyone should aspire to. Do not deceive yourself into thinking you must first become an Immortal to be a practitioner. Immortals have no physical bodies; they have transcended the tangible world and no longer need to cultivate away attachments."

"Because you have this physical body, you are trapped within the Seven Emotions and Six Desires. You must care for yourself; otherwise, life becomes too difficult to even speak of practice. Since the body allows you to experience the tangible world—joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness—do not turn those experiences into attachments. Treat life as a mere experience. Learn to see through it and let go quickly to break free from the suffering of reincarnation. This way, you won't have to return to suffer, and hopefully, in the next life, you won't need to listen to my lectures again."

"To be enlightened is to become an Immortal or a Buddha. If you have no desire for this, enlightenment will naturally stay far from you. Because you dare not even imagine it, Divinity has no choice but to let you remain human. There is no other plan. Unless you ‘stubbornly’ refuse to reincarnate, in which case the Divine can only 'stow you away' (bury your spirit in ‘ground’)—out of sight, out of mind."

"A practitioner must dare to envision their goal. You must know that one day you will become an Immortal or a Buddha. If not that, then what? There must be a purpose, a result. If you don't aim for Divinity, you will remain human. It is that simple. Many work hard at their practice, yet they yearn only for the 'Western Paradise' (Sukhavati), without ever considering becoming a Buddha or Immortal themselves to help others. You say you love your family, but if you remain as you are, you'll just become family again in the next life, and the next, working together just to 'be human' over and over. What is the result? It is endless. Decide now: will you be a Divine Being or a human? Whether you choose to be a ‘God’ or a ‘Buddha,’ it is the same. The goal is to stop reincarnating, cultivate towards the Creator’s Realm, and stop looking back at this mortal place. This is what you should contemplate daily."

"It is okay to dream of this occasionally; it will naturally brighten your mood because you will know your direction. Otherwise, the cycle of working day in and day out is never-ending. In the next life, you'd have to start your new life (e.g., school) all over again. Why put yourself through that?"

"The examples are already there. Many ‘Gods’, ‘Buddhas’ and ‘Angels’ were once human. They attained Divinity and then returned to deliver and transform sentient beings. They never give up on you because they know you can also achieve what they did. Though they grow weary of hearing the same trivial questions, they do not abandon you. I hope you, too, will serve Divinity. Beyond saving yourself, when the opportunity arises, help others. Explain to them: 'Friend, you too can become a Buddha or an Angel.' Give them the right concept to unlock their wisdom. If they achieve Divinity—even though you realised it first and they later—yet you remain human while they become an Immortal, you will end up having to worship them. It may sound contradictory, but let me be honest: this has already occurred. Seize the opportunity. Do not waste time. Explore your personal understanding. If you can achieve a breakthrough in this life and become an enlightened being, why wouldn't you?"

"I share these truths because I want you to think. If you grasp the chance you have in this life, you can surely achieve a breakthrough. Some among you have already done so. Use them as your example and strive for your own enlightenment. I hope you take this chance and do not let my words fall on deaf ears."