The Final Flight to the Western Pure Land
An Interview with Venerable Changren
Recorded on October 18, 2019
This is a record of an interview with Venerable Changren, who reflects on the profound significance of the assembly held at the Hsiang Kuang Buddhist Centre in Australia. This account was recorded by the disciple Shi Faxi on October 18, 2019.
Venerable Changren speaks:
"Namo Amituofo. As this magnificent Dharma assembly draws to a close, countless sentient beings are rushing to arrive, hoping to catch this final, perfect gathering. Everyone is eager to board this flight to the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. The space around us is filled with endless rows of sentient beings, all waiting with anticipation for their rebirth in the Pure Land. Long before the Causal Conditions for this assembly were set, these beings were already preparing. This is a grand opportunity for their deliverance, and the entire Dharma realm of emptiness is waiting with ."
A Gathering of Infinite Sentient Beings
"At the site of the ceremony, beings from various realms and dimensions have gathered to participate in the final lectures. Everyone understands that tomorrow’s assembly is of critical importance. The reason is that this assembly is also intended to help restore peace to Hong Kong. We have led an immeasurable number of sentient beings involved in the riots, as well as those caught in the restless energy and magnetic fields of that turmoil. All the Good Dharma protectors are preparing and guarding this assembly, hoping to provide Hong Kong with a peaceful environment. However, the involved here is truly intense. The previous assembly already pacified much of it, and I believe this current one will provide even greater help in settling the chaos."
The Challenge of Restless Hearts
"I have been incredibly busy these days, constantly coordinating between the inner and outer realms and managing the order at the site. These sentient beings are truly restless; their inability to calm their hearts is the most difficult aspect to manage. Fortunately, the power of the lectures given by Practitioner Su every day helps these sentient beings settle their chaotic minds. Furthermore, the daily and walking meditation help them find a measure of stability within the sound of chanting Namo Amituofo."
"This situation is merely one of many in this defiled world. If every person in the world cannot let go of their ego and continues to cling to their own opinions—if everyone only thinks of themselves—then, let alone the current turmoil, imagine how many more conflicts will arise in the future because of this selfishness. This world is merely an illusion. I truly hope that everyone can wake up from this and stop paying such a heavy price for a life that is nothing more than a phantom."
"I am deeply grateful for the of the Buddha and the compassion of Practitioner Su. Namo Amituofo."
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