Liao-Fan’s Four Lessons was originally written in the Ming Dynasty of China by Mr. Liao-Fan Yuan. The book was intended to teach his son, Tien-Chi Yuan, how to recognize the true face of destiny, how to tell good from evil, and the method for correcting one’s faults and practicing kind deeds. It also provided living proof of the rewards and outcomes of people who practiced kind deeds and cultivated virtue and humility. Relating from his own experience at changing destiny, Mr. Yuan himself was a living embodiment of his teachings.
After hearing this wonderful book, one may feel more open and confident towards life, and at the same time, courageously compelled to follow the example of Liao-Fan in changing one’s original destiny. Liao-Fan’s Four Lessons is truly a rare book which is not only precious to an individual’s spiritual needs, but is also capable of transforming unhealthy attitudes in today’s society.
Excerpt from his book
3 conditions for reform:
1. One must feel shame
2. One must know fear
3. One must have determination and courage
3 methods to reform:
1. Changing through action
2. Changing through reasoning
3. Changing from the heart
10 ways to cultivate kindness:
1. Supporting the practice of kindness
2. Harboring love and respect.
3. Helping others succeed
4. Persuading others to practice kindness
5. Helping those in desperate need.
6. Developing public project for the greater benefit of the people.
7. Giving through donation
8. Protecting the proper teaching
9. Respecting our elders
10. Love and cherishing all living beings
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