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“Everything comes from your own heart. This is what one ancient called bringing out the family treasure.”

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Yuanwu Keqin

Yuanwu Keqin (1063-1135) was a prominent Buddhist monk in the Song Dynasty, China. His life and thoughts have had a profound impact on the history of Chinese Buddhism. more

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