Essentials of Pure Land Buddhism—How not to fall into hell? (Episode 12) 2018/1/10 No:29-509-0012_en
We must keep in mind that we shouldn’t learn Buddhism in the wrong ways that lead to Hell. The door to Hell is just next to the one to Buddhism. If you open the wrong door, you will fall into Hell. That is horrifying! Following 5 Precepts and practicing 10 Virtues, you will not fall into Hell.
When Pure Land Association was established in the U.S, we proposed 5 subjects, which is to follow precepts
The first clause of Three Blessings of the Pure Land Doctrine: to show filial piety to parents, follow teachers’ instructions, be merciful and avoid killing, and practice 10 Virtues. To respect and follow teachers’ instructions is very important. We must carry out this.