One Week of Intensive Fa Study

I was enlightened very much after reading several articles on the PureInsight web site lately concerning the effect of studying the Fa. All these fellow practitioners experienced immediate breakthroughs, manifested in changes in their bodies and/or minds, in their understanding of the Fa, or in discovering their attachments. These articles inspired me. Before this, I had also read articles from fellow practitioners concerning reading more Fa and quieting our minds during reading. I felt encouraged and tried to learn from them, hoping to improve my effectiveness in learning Fa.
I was also aware that our Master has repeatedly emphasized the importance of reading more and reading with a quiet mind. But I didn’t seem to feel much improvement after doing that. My advancement in cultivation is, in reality, bumpy: sometimes good, other times no good. Now I would like to share with you my experiences during one week of intensive Fa study. I welcome your comments.

After reading a few articles about reading three chapters of Zhuan Falun a day and finishing the book in three days, I was enlightened and inspired very much and I became determined to do it myself. In fact, it is quite simple. You just need to read it, read persistently and never give up. You will then experience the state of quiet mind. You could have this experience as soon as you read the second chapter or even earlier. This is something like a small pool of muddy water; it soon becomes clear on top if you don’t disturb it for some time. You will also discover that you can read faster, will be able to understand the Fa better, experience the state of harmonizing with the Fa, and will also become aware of your attachments as you read on. A strong urge to read will suddenly arise. Unavoidably, certain thoughts may pop up sometimes, like “I need a rest” or “Feeling sleepy”. Whatever it is, don’t be bothered by such interference. Just read on. You will experience happiness after reading three chapters in one attempt.

When I was at the practice site on the fifth evening, I noticed that I was not really disturbed by the noisy surroundings and was able to follow the music in doing the first exercise and got the speed just right. When I did the third exercise, I no longer felt the stiffness of my arms that I had noted before, instead I did the hand movements (Chong Guan) in a light and relaxed manner. When I did the fourth exercise, I felt both my arms and hands were soft, relaxed and light. It became so natural and smooth to turn both palms as if holding a ball. I did it correctly in terms of speed and experienced the unhurried, slow, and smooth state for the first time. I felt extremely hot after this exercise, though it involved only slow movements. As I was bending my body, intending to sit down, I felt a stream of gas-like substance was expelled from my body and I felt very good. I felt so relaxed. My arms were weightless when I did the fifth exercise. It was almost effortless. The time passed so quickly and I didn’t feel any disruptions. I did not find it difficult to focus when I sent forth righteous thoughts. I felt that what was in front of my eyes was a calm and steady blackness and I felt serene. I felt steadiness in both hand postures. I felt the same way when as I faced xinxing tests in those few days.

The following day, a Saturday, it happened to be a public holiday. I went to a park to read the book. I saw a few persons jogging with much sweating. A thought arose in my mind “ Why don’t you come to join me in reading this book and practice Falun Gong to enjoy the beautiful feeling and happiness that I have experienced ”. After those few days, I realized for myself what Master has said: “All the Fa and Gong are in the book ” and “You just need to practice and Master will do the rest.”