The Circular Light of the Crown

The Path of Purification

For those who engage in diligent practice and commit themselves to the path of purification, the rewards are profound. As you work to remove the stains of the body, awaken the heart from its long slumber of delusion, and gather the scattered fragments of your spirit, you begin to experience a transformation. When the impurities of your Body-Mind-Spirit are thoroughly cleansed, your true self-nature is revealed. In this state, the heart-light, the golden light of the body, and the circular light of the crown begin to shine forth.

Ideally, one’s Six Roots should be complete and pure, allowing the signs of this purity to manifest clearly. However, if one finds that their Six Roots are lacking or impaired, this is merely the manifestation of past karmic results. Through sincere repenting and diligent practice, you can wash away the dust and grime of past lives. Even if you begin with obstacles, you can still reach the state of an awakened being, allowing the heart-light, the golden light of the body, and the crown light to manifest in their full glory.

The Radiance of Compassion and Wisdom

The appearance of the golden light of the body and the circular light of the crown is a profound sign. It represents a state of light that is pure, untainted, and filled with compassion and Wisdom. This light is the embodiment of awakening. Those who possess this radiance are able to:

• Resolve the confusion and obstacles that beings face within the laws of the world.
• Serve as a true spiritual friend to all beings, guiding them toward the Right Way.
• Practise Generosity by providing beings with exactly what they need for their spiritual growth.
• Widely save all beings, helping them to leave suffering behind and find true happiness.

This golden light and the circular crown of light bring hope and clarity to all beings. It inspires them to believe in the Buddha, to trust in the Buddha nature within themselves, and to take refuge in the Three Jewels.

The Twelve Light Virtues of Namo Amituofo

When beings receive the Buddha-light, it permeates their entire Body-Mind-Spirit, bestowing upon them a sense of peace, harmony, hope, and liberation. Our original nature is inherently like this, but because we have become lost in delusion and covered by layers of obstruction, we fail to recognise our true self. When the Buddha-light shines upon us, it dissolves these illusions, allowing us to see our true nature and return to our original, pristine state.

The Buddha-light of Namo Amituofo manifests through twelve distinct virtues, each serving as a beacon for our journey:

• The Light of Infinite Brilliance
• The Light of Boundless Radiance
• The Light of Unhindered Wisdom
• The Light of Unequalled Splendour
• The Light of Wisdom
• The Light of Constant Illumination
• The Light of Purity
• The Light of Joy
• The Light of Liberation
• The Light of Peace and Stability
• The Light that Surpasses the Sun and Moon
• The Inconceivable Light

These lights possess the power to resolve the grievances of demons and subdue the demonic tendencies within the heart. By constantly chanting and focusing on purification, you invite the Buddha's blessings to dwell within you, guiding you safely through the cycle of rebirth.

Namo Amituofo