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Two Domains and Three Directions in Cultivation (part 1)
This article is written in Vietnamese then translated to English, and is based on the series of online lectures by Thầy Hằng Trường on the Seven Depths of Meditation in September 2025. The underlying philosophy is based on the teachings of the Avataṃsaka Sūtra, the Śūraṅgama Sūtra, and the Hua Yen Hands & Eyes Practice. When we wish to cultivate, we often look for a particular practice to follow. However, it is important that we first develop a general understanding of our cu
CSS Staff Writers
Sep 28, 202512 min read


A Spiritual Fast That Soothed My Heart
(Translated from French) A genetic mutation that I passed on to my two children carries an implacable sentence: a malignant, inoperable tumor that spreads with the cruel slowness of a silent poison. Each day, this trial tears my soul a little more. I walk beneath the weight of a crushing sorrow, my heart troubled by anxiety and misfortune. I bear this pain in silence, but it is heavy with guilt. In their moments of doubt, my children face a naked fear: that of a life ending f
CSS Staff Writers
Aug 13, 20254 min read


Food Offering Ceremony
On July 20th, 2025, Compassionate Service Society organized a gathering with a Food Offering Ceremony on the occasion of the 100th day Memorial of sister Katherine Kim Liên Nguyễn. Sister Katherine was a very active and dedicated member of CSS and her life was an inspiration to other volunteers. Her heart went out to all who suffers and always try to think of way to help others. 170 persons attended the ceremony and 115 dishes were prepared by attendees as offering to sister
CSS Staff Writers
Jul 21, 20253 min read
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