Practical cultivation is more difficult than merely studying theory

In the internet age, with the explosion of theory, learning knowledge has become very easy—there is hardly any difficulty to it anymore. The difficulty lies precisely in actual practice. First, there are not many examples or experiences of actual practice to draw upon. Second, there is no one who has genuinely practiced and realized the truth to provide guidance. Third, one must break through layer upon layer of obstacles and do it oneself—no one can do it in your place. Fourth, sentient beings' spiritual faculties are generally not very good, and the barrier of karmic obstructions is hard to pass, making it impossible to get started and put cultivation into practice.

Here, we focus primarily on actual practice, not on preliminary theoretical knowledge. We do not engage in mere verbal gymnastics, nor do we go around debating to win arguments. Once you enter the stage of actual practice and have a foundation and the knack for it, even if you do not attain any realization in this life, it will not be easy for you to fall into the three evil destinies. When you encounter the Buddha's teachings again in a future life, you will automatically enter a state of actual practice, and your cultivation will progress quickly. I hope everyone will cherish this opportunity and affinity, stop chasing after worldly matters that bring no benefit, and even more, stop pursuing worldly pleasures—there is nothing truly enjoyable in this world. I hope everyone will be more mindful and increase the content of wisdom in their cognition.