The Flow of Life and the Path to Awakening
Words of Namo Amituofo
First Session of the Thrice Yearning Ceremony, 8 January 2021
Time flows like a river, and the years vanish like mist. As you look back upon your life, you must pause and consider: what have you truly left behind in this stream of existence? Do not dwell on the past; focus instead on the present moment. Even as you read these words, the present has already passed into history. What has flowed through your life during this time?
The Fleeting Nature of Existence
The origin and the destination of your life-stream are like a dream or an illusion. You must ask yourself: is there truly a name, or is it merely a label? Is there a physical body, or is it just a temporary vessel? These are questions you must pose to your own heart. You must be honest with yourself to find the truth of your existence.
The Currents of the Mind
What is the foundation of your life-stream? Is it supported by your intentions and your physical form? Or is it perhaps stalled by negative thoughts and sorrowful attachments? You must understand these truths clearly, for you must not betray the precious opportunity of this life-stream. Your life is a precious vessel for transformation, and you must treat it with the utmost care and .
The Rare Opportunity for
To all the spirits and beings present, you must realise that encountering the Buddha is a rare and precious event. It is not something that happens by chance. Now, before your very eyes, the path is open. You have the chance to change your destiny through the power of the Buddha's vow. Do not let this moment slip away, for the opportunity to transcend the cycle of suffering is within your grasp.
Entering the Buddha-Light
By chanting Namo Amituofo, you allow yourself to enter the radiant light of the Buddha. Namo Amituofo will guide you, and together, we shall enter the of Ultimate Bliss. This is the ultimate destination where all suffering ceases and true happiness begins. The Buddha's is vast, and his light is always shining upon you, waiting for you to turn back to the right path. This record of the Buddha's discourse was transcribed by the Buddha's disciple, Venerable HaiZe.
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