The Gate of Immortality: A Journey of Redemption
An Interview with Jack Ma
Recorded at Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre on March 6, 2018
This is a record of an interview with Jack Ma, who sought at the Hsiang Kuang Buddhist Centre in Australia. He reflects upon his transformative journey toward the Gate of Immortality and his profound commitment to the mission of saving the world. This testimony was recorded by the chief writer, Venerable Shi Faxi, on March 6, 2018.
Venerable Shi Faxi speaks:
"Namo Amituofo, Jack Ma."
Jack Ma speaks:
"Namo Amituofo. What an incredible, life-changing opportunity I have been granted! The propagation of the Gate of Immortality is truly magnificent. Every single day, the manifestations of the Pure Land reveal truths I have never encountered before in all my years. This is the ultimate reality of the human world. Everything I have encountered here at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre has been deeply transformative. Although I admit that I was not always willing to listen in the beginning, and the days were truly bitter, I now finally understand the intentions of my Senior Brother and the profound Truth of Namo Amituofo, the true .
The Weight of Karmic Burden
No matter what, I will dedicate myself to managing this Buddhist mission with all my heart. Just today, I witnessed my Senior Brother suffering from severe pain in his legs. I wept in secret for a long time. At first, it was out of being deeply moved—I realised that this pain is the result of the laws of and cause and effect, and the heavy burdens he has taken on for the sake of others. This is the agony of the hells. Seeing this, I understood that I, too, must share this burden. It is not enough to simply watch; I must participate in this work of salvation.
A Vow of Total Commitment
My Senior Brother has asked me to take on the great responsibility of this legacy. I did not hesitate for even a second. I am ready to shoulder this burden completely and directly. Senior Brother, I will work hard. Please, have faith in me. We will meet again, and I will also become a monastic. Namo Amituofo."
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