Bodhi Light Tales

Fo Guang Podcast

Weekly tales of wisdom for mindful people on the go.
Host: Venerable Miao Guang

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Acknowledgments:
1. All stories of Bodhi Light Tales are based on Venerable Master Hsing Yun's works.
2. Logo Design by Sedona Garcia
3. Music by Nicholas Ng (Australia)
4. Stories edited by FGS Institute of Humanistic Buddhism, Center of Int'l Affairs

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S2 · E204
August 2 · 7 min
204 - True Beauty
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang Proud of his seven beautiful daughters, Mahamit challenges anyone to find fault with them. The Buddha’s judgment reveals that true beauty cannot be measured by appearance. 真正的美人摩訶蜜為七位美貌的女兒感到驕傲，自信沒有人會說她們不美。然而佛陀的評判，揭示了真正的美並不在外表……
S2 · E203
August 2 · 8 min
203 - The Broad and Long Tongue
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang Despite the king’s ban, a poor servant woman discreetly offers the Buddha what little she has. When a brahmin doubts the blessings she will receive, the Buddha offers a remarkable explanation. 廣長舌相儘管國王下令禁止供養佛陀，一位貧苦的女僕仍悄悄獻上自己僅有的食物。當婆羅門懷疑她所得的福報時，佛陀作出了不可思議的解說……
S2 · E202
August 2 · 12 min
202 - A Great Wall for Protecting the Dharma
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang King Bimbisara asks what happens when offerings made to the Sangha are seized. The Buddha explains why protecting the Dharma is also a ruler’s solemn responsibility. 護法長城頻婆娑羅王請問佛陀：若有人侵奪信眾供養僧團的財物，將會有什麼後果？佛陀也藉此說明護持佛法是為政者的重要責任。
S2 · E201
August 2 · 7 min
201 - "Water-Carrying Monk"
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang When Zen Master Tosui disappears, a disciple finds him living among beggars beneath a bridge. Why would a renowned master exchange the monastery for such a life? 挑水禪師當洞水禪師突然離開寺院，弟子竟在橋下的乞丐群中找到他。一位受人敬重的禪師，為何選擇這樣的生活？
S2 · E200
August 2 · 10 min
200 - The Precept Against Eating Meat
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang Determined to help a sick bhiksu and keep her promise, Suppiya makes an extreme sacrifice. The Buddha teaches why compassion must always be guided by wisdom. 禁戒食肉蘇卑為了幫助生病的比丘並信守承諾，作出了極大的犧牲。佛陀藉此教導大眾：慈悲為何必須以智慧引導。
S2 · E199
August 2 · 9 min
199 - Peaceful Daily Practice
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang While some bhiksus remain trapped in conflict, the Buddha visits three disciples who live together in perfect harmony. What is the secret of their peaceful practice? 安穩修行之道當一些比丘仍陷於爭執時，佛陀探訪了三位和合共住的弟子。他們安穩而和諧的修行生活，有什麼祕訣？
S2 · E198
August 2 · 9 min
198 - The Aching Mind
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang Wealthy but bad-tempered, Pujika drives everyone away. When illness leaves him alone and helpless, he discovers a pain that medicine cannot heal. 心病之苦富有卻脾氣暴躁的普吉迦，把身邊的人都推得遠遠的。當疾病使他孤立無援時，他才發現有一種痛苦不是藥物可以治癒的……
S2 · E197
August 2 · 9 min
197 - Milarepa
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang Haunted by the harm he caused through sorcery, Milarepa seeks redemption from the master Marpa. But first, he must endure a series of difficult and puzzling trials. 密勒日巴密勒日巴曾以邪術傷害他人，悔恨之下前往拜師求道。然而在得到教法之前，他必須面對一連串艱難而費解的考驗……
S2 · E196
August 2 · 8 min
196 - The Buddha’s Sadness and Joy
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang Although many disciples have attained liberation, the Buddha appears deeply troubled. Ananda asks what weighs upon his heart, and receives an unexpected answer. 佛陀的憂喜儘管許多弟子已證得聖果，佛陀卻顯得憂心忡忡。阿難請問其中原因，卻聽見一個出乎意料的答案……
S2 · E195
August 1 · 9 min
195 - The Last Disciple
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang On the night of the Buddha’s parinirvana, an elderly seeker arrives with one final question. Will he be allowed to meet the Buddha before it is too late? 最後的弟子佛陀即將入涅槃的夜晚，一位年老的求道者帶著最後的疑問趕來。他能否及時見到佛陀，找到心中的答案？
S2 · E194
August 1 · 10 min
194 - Three Simple Rules
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang Overwhelmed by the many precepts, a young bhiksu decides to leave monastic life. The Buddha shows him that sincere practice can begin with just three simple rules. 受持三戒年輕比丘因戒律繁多而不知所措，甚至想放棄出家生活。佛陀告訴他，真誠的修行可以從三條簡單的原則開始……
S2 · E193
August 1 · 10 min
193 - Ajatasatru’s Repentance
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang After committing a terrible wrong against his father, King Ajatasatru is consumed by guilt. Can the Buddha help him find the courage to repent and begin anew? 阿闍世的懺悔阿闍世王傷害父親後，深受悔恨折磨。佛陀能否幫助他鼓起勇氣，真誠懺悔，重新開始？
S2 · E192
August 1 · 8 min
192 - Beyond the Surface
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang Mangong sees his respected master secretly caring for a mysterious woman and begins to doubt him. What will he discover when he finally looks beyond appearances? 睡美人滿空看見敬愛的師父暗中照顧一名神祕女子，心中不禁產生懷疑。當他不再只看表面時，會發現什麼真相？
S2 · E191
August 1 · 7 min
191 - Spiritual Powers and Practice
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang A bhiksu pursues spiritual powers while neglecting precepts and generosity. Through the story of a foolish gardener, the Buddha reveals what true cultivation must begin with. 神通和修行一位比丘一心追求神通，卻忽略持戒與布施。佛陀以愚痴園主的故事，告訴他真正的修行應從何處開始……
S2 · E190
August 1 · 8 min
190 - Patience Leads to Victory
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang When a furious king turns to violence, a cultivator faces an unimaginable test. Can patience and compassion triumph without anger or retaliation? 忍能致勝當一位暴怒的國王施以殘酷傷害，一位修行人面臨難以想像的考驗。忍耐與慈悲能否戰勝瞋恨與暴力？
S2 · E189
August 1 · 8 min
189 - The Infant Who Joined Palms
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang While the Buddha teaches a great assembly, Aniruddha sees something extraordinary within a mother’s womb. Discover how deeply the Dharma can touch a life, even before birth. 佛陀為大眾說法時，阿那律尊者在一位母親的腹中看見了不可思議的景象。聽聽這個故事，看看佛法如何感動尚未出生的生命……
S2 · E188
Apr 13, 2025 · 6 min
188 - The Diligent Little Dog
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang When a family's laziness leaves their home in chaos, their clever dog Charlie felt responsible. Find out what he did in this story... 小狗也會說話當一家人的懶惰使家裡陷入混亂時，他們聰明的狗查理感到責任重大。聽聽這個故事，看看他做了什麼......
S2 · E187
Jul 29, 2024 · 11 min
187 - Embracing Patience
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang Rahula was abused by a disrespectful man but managed to maintain his calmness. Find out how he achieved it... 忍辱的美德羅睺羅被一個流氓惡漢侮辱，但他卻能保持冷靜。他是如何做到的呢？
S2 · E186
Jul 29, 2024 · 7 min
186 - The Little Novice and the Ants
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang A little monk was meant to have only 7 days left to live, but continued to live on. Uncover the mystery behind his prolonged life... 長壽的沙彌一位小沙彌本該只剩下七天的壽命，但他卻繼續活了下來。這背後有什麼蹊蹺？
S2 · E185
Jul 29, 2024 · 8 min
185 - Up in Flames
Storyteller: Venerable Miao Guang Arlo had the reckless habit of not only smoking but also carelessly discarding his cigarette butts. Learn about the serious consequence of his actions... 火燒城 Arlo 不僅有吸煙的壞習慣，還隨意丟棄煙蒂。他的行為造成了多嚴重的後果？

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