The Great Physician King

The Boundless Scope of the Great Physician King

During the Thrice Yearning Ceremony and the Noon Offering, we contemplate the profound title of the Great Physician King. What does it mean to be truly great? The Dharma Realm and the universe are boundless; they possess no limitations of object, age, gender, or location. They transcend the boundaries between this world and other realms.

What does it mean to be a physician? A physician is one who possesses the capacity to heal and resolve all forms of illness and suffering. What does it mean to be a king? It signifies the supreme authority among all healers. It represents the omnipotent power that surpasses all others in the art of healing.

Healing the Body-Mind-Spirit

The Great Physician King is not limited to physical medicine. This healing power encompasses the entirety of our existence. The Body-Mind-Spirit are all within the scope of this healing, as they are the very things that are used, treated, and restored by the Great Physician King.

This healing power is capable of addressing the most fundamental sufferings of human existence, including birth, aging, sickness, and death. These are the deep-seated burdens that weigh upon every sentient being, yet they are not beyond the reach of the Great Physician King.

Transcending the Cycle of Karma

Our emotions—joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness—are all interconnected through the laws of karma and cause and effect. We often find ourselves trapped in these cycles, unable to see the root of our own distress. However, you must know that there is a way to break free from these patterns.

By learning the Dharma and chanting Buddha's name, you can shatter the chains of your past karma. The ultimate goal of this practice is to realise one's true nature and attain Buddhahood. This is the path that leads to true liberation and lasting peace.

This message was recorded by the Buddha's disciple, Venerable HaiZe.