The King of Pop's Journey to the Western Pure Land
Recorded by Fa Ning
Date recorded 17 May 2026
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An Interview with the Spirit of Michael Jackson Recorded by Fa Ning, May 17, 2026
In this profound testimonial, the spirit of Michael Jackson speaks from the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss, revealing the hidden agony of his earthly life, the influence of demon crowds, and his ultimate liberation through the of and Practitioner Su.
This is a record of an interview with Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, who sought (spiritual deliverance) at the Hsiang Kuang Buddhist Centre in Australia. He now resides in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss. This account reflects upon his life and his transition to the Western Land approximately seventeen years ago.
Michael Jackson speaks:
"Namo Amituofo.
I am Michael Jackson. After such a long period of purification here in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss, you might not even recognise me as Michael Jackson from back then. I look just like the other beings of the Western Land—we all share a dignified appearance, completely free from the flamboyant, exaggerated costumes and external personas of my former life. Furthermore, I now only chant 'Namo Amituofo'. I chant with a profound -—every word and every syllable uttered with complete sincerity, sung aloud straight from the heart. I will never sing those pop songs from my past again.
It must be difficult for those in the human world to imagine that I—someone who once shone so brightly on stage whilst my life descended into chaos—am truly here as a being of the Western Land. In this realm of equality, my heart has been completely healed and purified by the compassion of Namo Amituofo. My broken, painful soul has found liberation in an instant.
Back then, due to the immense influence I exerted on future generations, I fell into hell. Yet, after arriving in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss, all the pain of those years—the deep suffering of mind, body, and spirit—vanished without a trace under the illumination of the Buddha's light.
I was struck by the depth of my own transformation. I finally realised that the dream world I had spent my entire life trying to build was nothing compared to this. The Western Land of Ultimate Bliss is the only place that can truly satisfy the deep-seated longing of my soul, and the souls of all humanity. It is the embodiment of true compassion—a realm of tolerance, wisdom, and love that reflects the essence of all Buddhas and Bodhisattvas. This world makes me feel completely secure and grounded; I spend every single moment in pure joy.
My life on Earth was short; I left the human world at the age of fifty, having endured a life of profound repression and agony. Although I was known as one of the kings of the music industry—and though immense glory defined my existence—I was never truly happy. Looking back, my life was far too dramatic; even I find it hard to believe that I walked such a turbulent, unpredictable path. At the time, I had no idea what spiritual shifts were unfolding, or what unseen forces were pulling me—step by step—toward the abyss of death and suffering.
To tell you the truth, I was just a Michael Jackson who had been led around since I was a child. Had the Buddha not opened my eyes to the truth today, I fear I would still be suffering in that dark, muddy mire—completely unaware of why I had to endure such experiences.
I was a figure known to the entire world—someone everyone could recognise at a glance. On stage, I could unleash my true self, but off stage, I practised day and night; it was one of the greatest anchors of my life. Winning the admiration and favour of the world could temporarily quiet my emptiness, loneliness, and vanity, but in the end, this was not the path I truly wanted to walk.
You might not believe it, but even as a world-renowned public figure, more than once I wanted to shed all my burdens—to retreat to a place where no one knew me and start a new life. But I couldn't do it. I couldn't abandon everything I had spent so long building, all the tangible things within my grasp. In truth, the desire for peace and stability in my heart never ceased; I just never found it.
I am speaking to you now from the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss. This is the true voice from the depths of my soul. There is so much speculation surrounding Michael Jackson that the media remains rife with reports born of pure imagination. Today, even though people seem to have uncovered a more “authentic” side of me, the world’s view of me is still limited to my physical existence—they search only for the traces I left behind in my actions, the places I traversed, and the words I spoke.
But those who cannot perceive the spiritual realm or explore the depths of the human heart—as Namo Amituofo and Practitioner Su do—cannot truly understand me. Of course, the way I speak now might make you feel a bit uncomfortable. As someone who has been purified in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss for over a decade, I speak with a voice that is long removed from the person I was when I lived in the world.
As an international superstar, I had to package my every action, gesture, and word to please everyone, especially the media. To capture attention, to find a moment of peace in my heart, to make everyone like me and think well of me, and to reduce negative voices—I had to walk every step carefully, execute every task to perfection, and say every word correctly, ensuring no one could ever exploit my vulnerabilities.
Now, as a being of the Western Land, I can speak to you completely openly. These are the words of a soul that has been purified for over a decade. In these ten-plus years in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss, I have truly seen and understood many things. My wisdom, like that of all beings of the Western Land, advances perpetually, never receding.
If any of my former fans are here, perhaps you can sense the difference in the state of my soul now, as a being of the Western Land, compared to when I was a human in the world—the difference is vast.
The truth is, the person the world saw back then was not the real me at all. Due to the immense pain I carried, my soul had long been locked away deep within my heart, constantly bearing unimaginable pressure and unspeakable suffering. Trapped in that confinement, my soul longed to guide my body, yet it was completely powerless to do so.
Before my purification, my soul was extremely fragile and wounded—suffering immense torture at every moment. I inhabited in the world was no longer my own; it had become a vessel for thousands of complex beings and legions of demons that used me to seek revenge or exert control, forcing me to project a strange and fractured image to the world.
They wanted to present a chaotic figure —sometimes overflowing with talent, doing many good deeds, and being deeply kind at heart; at other times, exhibiting strange words and actions that left the world confused and puzzled. This persona bred negative influences in society, but the real me was never like that. Honestly, as a spirit of the Western Land looking back at my life, even though my soul was heavily burdened, repressed, and helpless back then, a kind core always remained. This is something people today can understand.
If I were to speak of the transformation of my soul, it is truly a very extraordinary journey. From the moment I was received into the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss by Namo Amituofo and Practitioner Su, my soul underwent a massive reconstruction—a purification that occurred in an instant. The Buddha-light is magnificent; it completely washed away the filth from the depths of my soul, allowing me to instantly shed all my defenses and open my heart to embrace this brand-new, shining world.
The Land of Ultimate Bliss is truly a world of ultimate bliss! The education of the Buddha's teachings is extraordinary. I was profoundly moved, realising that the truth of the human world is contained within the single word 'Buddha'—all things, whether human or any other being, can awaken to the truth of the universe and life if they can one day attain Buddhahood. There are no more doubts or sorrows. To live with clarity, stability, and abiding joy while understanding the truth of reality—this is the realm of the Buddha.
The Buddha perceives all things. Regarding the spirit world, the Buddha knows at a glance the causes and consequences of all beings—their past and present lives, and all their innermost thoughts. Because the Buddha arrives with a heart set purely on salvation, this sincerity is completely selfless; it exists only for the sake of all beings. It is because Practitioner Su possesses such a heart that she could resonate with Namo Amituofo’s compassion in coming to the human world to help everyone escape suffering. Just like me, it was because Practitioner Su opened the gates of hell and performed Chao Du for all the suffering spirits that I was granted this opportunity to escape the abyss of pain in which I was trapped.
During my time in the human world, I frequently sought solitude, contemplating the nature of existence and the purpose of life. In my state of extreme fragility, I was often beset by visions—moments that stripped away what little self-confidence I possessed, leaving me entirely bereft. Do not be misled by my glorious performances on stage; you were unaware that, beneath the surface, I walked this path trembling, as if traversing thin ice.
Now, as I unveil my life story to you, I must speak of an existence marred by contradictions and profound pain. What, then, truly happened?
In my life, the thing I least want to recall is my childhood, because it was filled with so much fear. I did not receive a proper education; instead, I was pushed onto the stage at a very young age. My family's desire for me to succeed was extremely intense, and the demands and pressure placed upon me were immense. My father was a man of harsh methods; in his eyes, my achievements could only be reached through countless beatings and scoldings. Many times, I could not bear the pressure and wanted to run away, but I could never escape—I was tightly bound to the music industry.
Later, I truly became famous— ever more renowned as time went on. At that time, I thought I could release all the pain and repression in my heart into my musical works, whether through singing, dancing, or performance. Because of my innate musical talent, these expressions came easily to me, and I found endless inspiration to create my own unique art.
My heart never once harboured arrogance, nor did I ever truly feel that I was superior to others—it was simply that a profound sense of inferiority was constantly suppressing my soul. In truth, I was deeply driven, but my success was merely an attempt to prove to those who had once looked down on me that I had finally made it. Initially, my brothers and I formed a band, but after I eventually branched out on my own, I achieved immense fame.
During this period of my life, as my fame skyrocketed, my inner world became increasingly helpless. A deep-seated distrust of those around me began to spread within my heart; it felt as though no matter what anyone said to me—whether good or bad—I always had to wrap myself in layers of protection. I simply could not bring myself to believe that others were willing to be honest and open with me. This was the result of the trauma I suffered in my childhood. Beneath these layers of self-protection and self-control, I was a person terrified of being betrayed or looked down upon.
I endured countless trials, both physical and mental. I was plagued by numerous illnesses, and there were many emotional hurdles I simply could not overcome. By middle age, I became heavily dependent on medication just to maintain the image I projected to the public. I also underwent numerous surgeries to address perceived flaws in my face—some were scars from burns, while others were complications from a skin condition that developed later in life. These issues cast a long shadow over my existence, leaving me to live under the constant weight of public criticism and rejection.
Speaking of my skin condition, it was what you all know as vitiligo. When my skin began to grow paler, the public assumed I was bleaching it—claiming I rejected my natural complexion—but that was not the case at all. This was a form of depigmentation caused by disease; the dark areas of my skin were disappearing, replaced by new white patches. It was a bewildering phenomenon, and at the time, I was deeply perplexed, unable to understand why I had been afflicted with such a condition.
It was only after I reached the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss that I realised these strange ailments were entirely the result of my own , manifested through the control of various beings and demon crowds. Because of this skin condition, my appearance became quite peculiar, with large, patchy white blotches covering my body. As my original dark skin was overtaken by these large, uneven patches, maintaining my stage image became impossible. Consequently, under the intense pressure of my music company, I had the rest of my skin lightened.
Especially in my later years, my skin became as pale as a white person's, I was frequently misunderstood throughout my life. The public often presumed that I had made a deliberate choice to abandon my identity—that I was ashamed of my natural colour, or that I was failing to stand firm in who I truly was."
At the time, those demon crowds perceived the weaknesses in the human heart, knowing full well that the public would harbor all manner of negative thoughts regarding my skin tone. Sure enough, once my complexion had shifted to that state, the discourse surrounding me resurfaced with intensity, ensuring the world was acutely aware of the radical transformation in my image.
Every time I appeared before the world, it was, in reality, a manipulation orchestrated by sentient beings and demon crowds. These demon crowds sought to etch an ever-deeper impression of me into public and to continuously expand my influence. Whether the sentiment was positive or negative mattered little to them; as long as they could provoke a tangled, conflicting storm of thoughts and emotions within the world, they were at their most triumphant.
In truth, I never truly grew up or matured. As previously stated, I was controlled by many different beings and demon crowds throughout my life—this is the absolute truth. They exerted control over me whether I was in solitude or appearing before the public. They enabled me to shine brightly and embrace everyone with joy. My career flourished, and I performed many charitable acts—all of which I carried out with a truly sincere and joyful heart.
While my outward appearance seemed polished and perfectly normal, deep within, I was held in the tight, relentless grip of countless beings—denying me all agency. I began to succumb to depression and bipolar disorder. When I encountered life’s insurmountable problems, I had nowhere to pour out my inner anguish, leaving me no choice but to seal my heart away even further.
To shield this fragile, perpetually wounded heart—and as the control by these beings and demon crowds grew increasingly severe—I developed a repertoire of personas to navigate the outside world. In essence, I relied on a rotation of masks to face the public, a world I simply had not learned how to engage with.
Why would a legendary music icon end up in such a state? Ultimately, when I began my musical journey, I was blind to the reality that my stage presence and the image I cultivated would carry such profound weight. I came to realise that in every act of creation and performance, any deviation from the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Path, would render me vulnerable, allowing a multitude of beings to manipulate me.
People might ask exactly how I failed to align with the Universal Principle, Truth, and the Right Path. Looking back at body of work—the lyrics, the musical production, and the choreography—as long as they provided intense sensory stimulation that unsettled people's mind, body, and spirit, preventing them from attaining peace and tranquility, the karma created was heavy. I happened to possess a unique talent in this area, which is why so many people remembered me. My fame grew step by step until I became world-renowned; consequently, the karma I accumulated became even more immense.
All of this accumulated step by step. Whenever my thoughts became biased—and my heart grew heavy with fear, insecurity, and a need for self-protection—countless beings and demon crowds would take control, using my identity, status, and fame to influence others. Yet, I still have a kind, relatively pure side of myself.
In my musical world at the time, when I could not find a way to process my emotions, I would turn to writing more positive lyrics. I clung to a childlike longing and innocence regarding the need to save the world and protect children—deeply aware that I possessed enormous influence and the responsibility to use that power to help more people.
Yet, this desire could never be fully realised—the demon crowds never wanted those good deeds to continue. Consequently, even when I sought to do good and help others, the intense manipulation of these beings ensured that most of those efforts fell apart. Even when I did manage to act, I only achieved a small measure of success and recognition.
Today, I have truly stepped out of that darkness, here in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss. Looking back, I recognise that as one of the world's most famous figures—particularly within the music industry—my mindset was defined by intense competition and a constant need for self-protection.
Although I exhibited many behaviours that others could not understand or see through—stemming from deep-seated inferiority and a lack of self-confidence—I was, in truth, no different to anyone else caught in that massive whirlpool of karma. From beginning to end, I was unable to act autonomously; I could not truly decide on every song I wrote, or every dance move I performed, for behind all of it, there were always other beings in control.
By middle age—having lived only until fifty—my mind, body, and spirit were in a state of extreme exhaustion. I was no longer able to sing and dance before the public as I once had. My physical strength could no longer support those high-intensity movements, yet time and again, I forced to satisfy the public, compelling myself to complete my work in ways that were far from normal.
If you look closely, you will see that after the age of thirty, my face in photographs gradually changed. Beyond the plastic surgery necessitated by various traumas, the look in my eyes reflected my inner depression—my gaze sometimes appeared harsh, and at other times, utterly helpless. Yet, on stage, I had to mask all of this and present a confident, beautiful exterior to the world.
Now that I have arrived in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss, I have let go of everything from the past. My heart contains only one thing: 'Namo Amituofo'. It is so pure and beautiful. There is no need to contemplate how to create more songs for public appeal, or to express my and seek revenge through my music—none of that is necessary anymore. I am single-mindedly focused on the six-character Buddha-name, 'Namo Amituofo', feeling the compassion and wisdom of the Buddha.
The magnificence of this Buddha-name lies in its power to help everyone embark on the path to becoming a Buddha. This is where the Buddha’s compassion truly resides—understanding that people possess different roots and karmic burdens, and that attaining such a state is no simple feat. Yet, with this name, if people diligently practise and hold onto it firmly, they will, in time, cultivate the qualities of a Buddha. By aligning with the Buddha-heart, Buddha-vow, and Buddha-actions, everyone can succeed.
During the latter part of my life in the human world, I often had to rely on heavy medication to find peace and tranquility in my mind, body, and spirit—hoping to ease my bipolar disorder so I might finally sleep at night.
With too many external events and pressures crowding my thoughts, my inner could simply never settle. At night, the events of the day would play out repeatedly before my eyes, leaving me completely unable to find rest.
Finally, at the age of fifty, I passed away due to a drug overdose. In my desperation to sleep, I had resorted to asking doctors and anaesthetists to administer anaesthesia for me. Such potent drugs were far more than my body could bear; I was merely dragging myself through the days, inhabiting a physical form that was already completely controlled by vengeful spirits and demon crowds.
After my life ended, I descended to the hells. King Yama reviewed the course of my life and saw that I had lived in great pain, devoid any autonomy. While a core of kindness and sincerity still lingered in my heart, the actions I had committed had too profound an impact on those who followed me.
Every song or lyric I created that did not align with the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Path—anything that stirred intense feelings, emotions, or desires in people, or fostered an unwholesome mindset— led them further away from goodness. The influence I wielded in those moments created immense karma; consequently, I was sentenced to suffer retribution in hell.
This was compounded by the deep-seated suppression and agony I carried throughout my life—an inner darkness that drew countless beings to seek revenge against me. Thus, my descent into the hells was truly inevitable.
My greatest blessing was encountering the sacred presence of Namo Amituofo in the human world, alongside the Buddhahood of Practitioner Su. This profound connection significantly shortened the time I had to endure retribution in the lower realms.
Given the weight of my past mistakes, I might have faced suffering in hell for an incredibly long time. Yet, because of the compassionate vows of Namo Amituofo and Practitioner Su, the gates of hell were thrown wide open. Countless beings and I were able to rely on their boundless merits to leave those realms early and arrive here in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss.
As for the legacy I wish to leave for future generations, I am now ready to detail the gradual process by which I lost my autonomy—slowly falling under the control of demon crowds and sentient beings throughout my life.
Look closely, and you will see that every entertainer, from ordinary actors to global superstars, pays a devastating price for a glamorous public image and physical well-being. I did not truly choose this path at the beginning, but the further I travelled, the more deeply trapped I became. I lived under the illusion that the stage was my entire existence, believing that my art and my performances were the only true measure of my worth.
In other words, because I equated my life's worth with my time on stage, I—like so many other artists—poured my whole heart and soul into everything I expressed through my work.
Because I could not distinguish between good and evil, and had yet to understand the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Way, I relied entirely on my own judgment. I packaged concepts and ideas I believed were right, presenting them to the world in what I thought was the best possible form. Yet, how could I truly know if those views were correct? Everything I created carried a powerful sense of self—a heavy, dominant 'I.' And because of this 'I,' I attracted demon crowds that took control of me.
Many of the choices for which later generations criticise me—including my heavy reliance on medication, whether to treat illness or to boost my stamina for grueling performances and intensive choreography—were deeply problematic. When I began consuming these substances in large quantities, I once again felt a massive wave of external forces taking control of me, as if every medication carried its own multitude of sentient beings and demon crowds.
Knowing I would ingest these medications, these sentient beings and demon crowds attached themselves to them, intensifying their impact and spawning even worse side effects. While some in the medical field attempt to analyse these complications, others remain completely unable to detect their true source. In reality, these side effects were entirely driven by these unseen forces. They could utilise anything I consumed—especially the medicine itself—as a gateway to intervene and exert control.
In other words, these demon crowds could magnify the medication’s impact tenfold, a hundredfold, or even a ten-thousandfold. As these heightened effects escalated, they drastically altered my physical state. From a biological standpoint, the very cells of my body began to undergo massive changes, leaving me feeling as though external sentient beings had infiltrated my entire being—controlling my feelings, my thoughts, and everything I expressed. At that point, was I truly myself anymore?
On the surface, everything looked very natural. The demon crowds and beings were very adept at using my own personality and temperament, making people feel that I was still the real me. They let the world see a very authentic side of me, retaining my original self, but they added more temperaments and qualities that did not belong to me. This made the world think it was just a Michael Jackson who had changed to meet the audience's demands, yet no one knew that it was no longer Michael Jackson himself.
On the surface, everything appeared perfectly natural. These sentient beings were highly adept at mimicking my own personality and temperament, leaving people with the impression that I was still the real me. They presented the world with a seemingly authentic version of myself, all while weaving in traits and behaviors that were entirely foreign to me. This led the public to believe I was simply evolving to meet the audience's demands, completely unaware that I was no longer truly myself.
Yet, there is one profound comfort: no matter how much autonomy I lost, no matter how depressed, irritable, or sleepless I became, and despite the distortions and trauma inflicted upon my mind, body, and spirit, the core goodness in the depths of my heart remained untouched. In the framework of the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Path, true goodness is something demon crowds can never corrupt. Whenever I acted from this sincere place of goodwill, the demon crowds and sentient beings lost their hold over me, allowing me to still bring good into the world.
For instance, I felt a deep, genuine compassion for sick and traumatized children, wanting nothing more than to see them recover as quickly as possible. Around them, I was able to hold onto a kinder, gentler part of myself. That was when I was at my most authentic—free of masks and concealment—simply allowing my own childlike nature to emerge. Yet, I believe the world rarely saw this side of me, as I only felt able to shed my heavy burdens and return to my true self when I was away from the pressure and scrutiny of the adult world.
Resting here in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss, I have reflected more than once on how my life unfolded. My nature was never malicious, nor did I possess an aggressive personality driven by a desire for subversion—yet I was so easily swayed by demon crowds throughout my existence.
It becomes clear now that, alongside my own heavy karma, these vulnerabilities were drawn to me by the very thoughts I harbored during my lifetime. When considering the weight of karma, the world looks at someone with immense musical talent who effortlessly captures the hearts of millions and sees only a flourishing career. They see an artist whose every song and dance left an indelible mark, achieved massive success, and shattered records across the music industry.
To the outside world, does this look like a life of grand ? After all, I never had to worry about basic necessities, and the wealth I accumulated surpassed what most could earn in a lifetime. While society views this as the ultimate fortune, according to the true Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Path, it was the heavy manifestation of my karma. Because that karmic burden was so profound, my talents were directed into spaces far removed from the Right Path. The talent itself became a form of karma, driving me to exhaust myself on an unrighteous path that the world merely applauded and adored. Consequently, I am left to bear an immense spiritual debt for everything I did in this lifetime—a debt that is incredibly difficult to repay.
In truth, this represents the Collective Karma shared between me and the world. Every facet of my life and talent left its mark—the music people listened to, the visual spectacle of my stage effects and choreography, the public criticism of my eccentric behaviours, the negative words generated by the media, and the emotional roller coaster of pity, indignation, anger, or deep sorrow that people felt because of my journey. All these actions and reactions became lasting impressions etched into our collective consciousness.
Everything I wrought resulted in great defilement to the forms, sounds, scents, tastes, touches, and Dharma of others. This is the karmic debt I formed with the vast number of beings; it is a huge Collective Karma. The various thoughts and emotions people expressed—whether they were obsessed with or hated me—are all such Causal Conditions, acting as both causes and effects.
Therefore, without the guidance of a true Buddhist education, the terrifying momentum of accumulating karma can spiral beyond control. Lacking this foundation—the understanding of the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Path—one is easily ensnared by confusion and delusion, drawn step by step into an abyss of profound suffering from which there is no escape.
While I was raised with a religious faith, it was merely a mindset instilled in me by my family. I never truly accepted it in my heart, nor did I ever connect with what those religious teachings meant. Because of the severe, heavy-handed control my father exerted over me early in life, combined with my mother's own dominant influence, I naturally associated my family environment with my deepest psychological pain. Consequently, my relationship with religion was deeply fractured; at times I appeared to have faith, and at other times, I felt entirely detached.
Yet, none of that matters now. I see clearly that many of the world's religions fall short of providing a truly comprehensive understanding. Complete guidance is found in Buddhist education—a path that addresses the absolute root of human suffering, unravels the mysteries of life and death, and pierces through the shifting tides of the human heart with singular clarity.
These teachings illuminate why we age and fall ill, and why our minds harbour feelings of injustice and discontent. They offer a profound framework for understanding the weight of anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, pointing toward a path that addresses these deep-seated struggles at their very source.
Since arriving in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss and to these true Buddhist teachings, I have been profoundly moved. Had I discovered this great Dharma earlier in my existence, I could have bypassed so many painful detours. I might have used my global influence to champion what is good, introducing the world—especially the millions of fans who connected with my art—to the true, transformative grace of Namo Amituofo. Sadly, because my own karma and the Collective Karma of the world were so heavily entangled at the time, I was unable to realise that path.
From this vantage point in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss, I urgently plead with the people of the world: if these words reach you, please wake up. Do not allow yourselves to become obsessed with the fleeting stimulations and momentary satisfactions of the material world. Pursuing purely physical pleasures only clouds and defiles your inner spirit.
These insights did not originate with me; rather, they feel as though they were unearthed from the deepest layers of my . They have proven profoundly meaningful to me, etching themselves permanently into my soul. Ultimately, we must learn that temporary physical pleasures are not what we should seek, and a life driven by a greed for indulgence is a path best left unpursued.
When people are unable to distinguish right from wrong, they must be especially careful not to blindly trust everything the body feels—the sudden waves of joy, anger, sorrow, and fleeting pleasure. It all appears harmless on the surface, as though these quiet habits leave no trace of negative karma, yet people are easily drawn into the world’s addictions. They readily surrender to the escape of films and the theatre, or the temporary highs of live concerts. So many crave the constant stimulation found in digital stories, virtual spaces, and modern technology.
In the short term, the toll seems minor. Yet these distractions leave a profound imprint upon the physical self—a slow, quiet defilement absorbed over many years. As time passes, the soul memorises these external attachments all too clearly, obscuring the true goodness and real nature buried deep within. In the end, people risk losing touch with their original, simple, and honest hearts.
Within these widely admired artistic creations—regardless of the form they take—there is a vast presence of unseen beings. They utilise these works to manipulate human thoughts, behaviours, actions, and speech, leaving many unable to discern whether the words they speak, think, see, or hear are truly their own. It is as though they are no longer in control of their own minds. This happens because numerous demons and sentient beings dwell within the endless landscape of film, television, and art. Fed by public admiration, devotion, and addiction, they exert control over human consciousness to varying depths. This profound influence explains why people today find themselves slipping so easily into other dimensions.
From my place in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss, I have observed Practitioner Su at Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Australia often reminding the fourfold assembly of disciples not to venture into these alternate dimensions. Yet, the disciples still seem unable to master their own minds—even when they look directly into these spaces, they do not truly understand what they are seeing.
Why is it that they suddenly slip into this illusory world, unable to extricate themselves? It stems from a lifetime of absorbing the wrong influences, a habit that allows outside sentient beings and demons to take root inside their bodies. Because these sights and stories leave such a deep impression on the heart, they can trigger at any moment—disrupting a person's spiritual practice, daily routines, and life.
It is a deeply unsettling reality. Most people look at these various artistic works and see only creations worthy of admiration, devotion, and passionate promotion. Yet, in the very act of celebrating them, humanity unwittingly falls under the sway of countless unseen forces. Because these works stray from the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Path—veering far from a righteous path—they become a magnet for demon crowds and sentient beings, which attach themselves to people and influence them without them ever realising it.
If people are willing to relinquish these external stimulations and enjoyments— the fleeting sensations seen by the eyes, touched by the body, and heard by the ears—and choose instead to anchor their six in the name of 'Namo Amituofo', the teachings of The Infinite Sutra, or the wisdom imparted by an awakened being like Practitioner Su, only then these truths can genuinely take root in their hearts and facilitate a profound purification. This process gradually purges the artistic works—films, songs, games, and novels—that have defiled their true nature in the past. Replacing those old influences with the practices I have described—reciting the sutras, chanting the name of 'Namo Amituofo', and listening to the Dharma—is the surest path to genuine purification.
Because Namo Amituofo is infinitely compassionate, when people chant the Buddha's name, perform prostrations, recite the sutras, and listen to the Dharma, he assists in cleansing the practitioner of the sentient beings that have clouded their nature. He guides these beings to transcend suffering and find swift liberation—leading them out of human bodies and into the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss or the Western Land of Dharma Nature. Without a doubt, this form of purification is the fastest.
Unfortunately, because the human mind has become so deeply clouded, when the time for purification arrives—the sacred moments dedicated to prostrations, sutra recitation, or listening to the Dharma—practitioners find themselves involuntarily closing their eyes, slipping back into the dimensions they know best. These familiar spaces are populated by the very attachments that have long obscured their inner clarity. Because it remains so difficult to truly relinquish these physical pursuits, they are unable to achieve genuine purification while chanting, reciting, or listening to the Dharma.
If people—especially the fourfold assembly at the Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Australia—can summon the resolve to make a Great Vow, dedicating their entire being to the Buddha, and relinquishing all past enjoyments and sensory gratifications, then their spiritual progress will be exceedingly swift.
I observe how profoundly the minds of many are currently clouded by these worldly creations, yet they must never falter in their faith. With the guidance of Namo Amituofo and the wisdom of Practitioner Su, if they are willing to practise diligently and let go of , every trace of impurity can be cleansed.
Having spent so much time here in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss, I finally realise that all my past actions strayed far from the Right Path. Lacking now the vessel of a human form, I cannot physically make amends for these errors. If I were still in possession of a human form, I would not hesitate to journey directly to Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Australia to practise, step by step, under the guidance of Practitioner Su. Perhaps then, I could cultivate the Dharma with utmost diligence, that I might one day expound the teachings to atone for the karmic transgressions of my past.
Practitioner Su is correct—those of us from the entertainment industry suffer profoundly in the hells, and the reason is for this is unequivocally clear. As I mentioned earlier, whenever one clouds the human heart—especially by entangling their engagement with form, sound, scent, taste, touch, and mental objects—leading them into addiction and robbing them of mastery over their own minds, one accumulates a profound karmic debt. As a 'King of Pop' of my generation, my influence was simply too great—far too great.
In retrospect, departing the human realm at fifty may well have been a mercy. My premature exit curtailed the accumulation of further negative karma. Had I remained longer, continuing to produce works that left the world in a state of confusion and overstimulation, the weight of that karmic debt would have only grown more insurmountable.
Here in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss, my reverence for the Buddha wells up spontaneously. I have come to realise that when you truly let go of yourself and release all attachments, you can such tremendous power, capable of rescuing boundless, immeasurable sentient beings.
So many of us from the entertainment industry have been liberated by Practitioner Su. While some have recounted their experiences in interviews, others remain silent; indeed, many have already been reborn here in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss through the power of her Chao Du deliverance. In truth, there are far more at the temple whose journeys remain unrecorded and unknown. Having endured the profound suffering of the hells, we have finally awakened—keenly aware that our past actions were fundamentally wrong.
Looking out from the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss at the people in the world today, I see that the degree to which everyone's mind is being clouded by these sources—especially through television dramas, movies, games, and music—is even more severe than when I left the human world.
This is because technology has advanced so rapidly. People can now access high-tech devices like televisions, mobile phones, and computers with incredible ease—connecting with these works faster and more effectively, and slipping into deep addiction. In other words, as daily life becomes increasingly convenient, the clouding of the mind deepens, the negative impact grows heavier, and the karma created becomes even more profound.
Many young people today—especially young children who are still unable to distinguish right from wrong——can—easily—access these high-tech devices and imitate these works on a massive scale. They take everything from these virtual worlds and apply it to their real lives, causing immense harm to themselves and leaving a negative impact on everyone around them. This has become a deeply troubling issue across society today.
Furthermore, the pop stars of today operate in a completely different world to the one I knew. In the past, people might have watched my films or attended my concerts, leaving their minds heavily clouded as a result. But today, social media is entirely pervasive. People can easily access these negative influences from any corner of their computers or mobile phones—it is all just far too convenient.
People have become so accustomed to being immersed in these virtual worlds that they seem entirely unable to extricate themselves. Out on the streets, on the trains, in restaurants, and in every corner of public life—I see people staring at their mobile phones at any given moment. Whether they are watching movies, playing games, reading novels, or listening to music, they are constantly exposed to powerful negative influences that heavily cloud their minds. It is a truly terrifying reality. Within this chaotic virtual world, immeasurable numbers of sentient beings and demons find a way in, deeply obscuring the innate clarity of humanity.
Among the people of the world today, the young may still look vibrant—their karma has yet to manifest, so the physical toll of the heavy clouding they absorb is not yet visible. For the elderly, however, the consequences begin to show. Many experience memory loss, a fading mental state, and various geriatric conditions—such as confusion, a loss of independence, incoherent speech, and dementia. These are the long-term effects of a youth spent in indulgence, drowning in a world of sensory pleasures that deeply clouded their inner clarity. When old age arrives, that karma finally manifests, leaving many unable to spend their final years with a clear mind.
It is a truly devastating and heartbreaking situation. Watching all of this from here, I feel a profound sense of lament. The progress, prosperity, and endless advancements that people chase so eagerly—from the perspective of the spiritual realms, these are the very things that cloud human consciousness and breed suffering. Yet, humanity lives within them without ever realising it. Only those of us in the Western Land, having transcended that earthly state, can see it all with absolute clarity. It is only through the lens of true Buddhist education that one can fully comprehend the reality behind it all.
I can only hope that you will believe what I am sharing with you now. My spirit has been greatly purified, and I no longer dwell on the past. Now that the Buddha has allowed me to recount all of this, I am able to speak with absolute clarity.
I hope that people in this world—living within the vast, staining influence of the and —can open their eyes to distinguish between good and evil, black and white. In short, the most vital thing is to never indulge the body or allow yourself to become addicted to external stimulation. This is the most important piece of advice I can offer to the world.
The human world is filled with so many things that cloud the spirit. You could say that almost everything you hear, see, and feel contributes to this clouding. But here in the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss, it is quite the opposite—everything you encounter allows the spirit to undergo deeper and deeper purification. I have been here for over a decade now, and apart from chanting Namo Amituofo, listening to the sutras, hearing the Dharma, and performing prostrations to the Buddha, I have no other thoughts or distractions. I am completely and utterly immersed in the nourishment of the Buddha’s teachings.
In this realm of equality, everything the Buddha possesses, I share in as well. Because Namo Amituofo is so profoundly compassionate, I have been endowed with transcendent gifts—the divine power of travel, the ability to read minds, and the knowledge of past lives. Because of this, my mind can clearly perceive the various changes that have occurred on Earth over the past decade. Whether it is a shift in human nature or a movement within the spiritual realms—I see every single detail with absolute clarity.
It feels completely miraculous. I never imagined that someone like me—who seemed to have no connection to the Buddha—could still be led by Namo Amituofo and Practitioner Su to escape the suffering of the hells and arrive here to receive true purification. Only now do I understand the true greatness of Buddhist education.
What I admire most is Practitioner Su's mission of Chao Du deliverance in the human world. She can completely let go of all attachments to the physical body, reaching the state of realising her true nature and attaining Buddhahood. Every single thought of hers is focused entirely on saving sentient beings. It is precisely because of this devotion that she can fulfil this profound vow; every action, word, and thought is dedicated to helping others.
I feel deeply ashamed when I look back, knowing my own past words, deeds, and thoughts all contributed to clouding the spirits of so many people. The difference between us is truly like heaven and earth. But it no longer matters—now that I have been purified, I can share everything I see in the spiritual world without reservation. I am at peace now, and my heart is overflowing with gratitude. I am so thankful to the Buddha for giving me this opportunity to speak these words from my heart today, finally allowing everyone to see who I truly am.
Before I found the righteous path, I was controlled by hordes of demons and sentient beings. Although there was still a kind side within me, their control completely suppressed that goodness, keeping it from ever being truly expressed. Instead, the parts of me that brought negative influence were heavily amplified—which was exactly what the demon crowds loved to see. Looking back, it feels almost inevitable that things have turned out the way they did.
Now, with a pure heart, I urge the people of the world to recognise Namo Amituofo and Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre. This is the first time a Buddha truly abides in the human world, performing such a vast Chao Du deliverance in a physical body. You may not be able to see it right now, but please do not slander it, and do not harbour any doubt.
If you can let go of all prejudices and preconceived notions—even setting aside your own stubbornness—and sincerely consider what those of us in the Western Land are saying, you will understand. The Western Land of Ultimate Bliss and the Western Land of Dharma Nature are real, existing Buddha-lands, and Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre is an even more magnificent place capable of leading humanity to these sacred realms.
If I were still in the human world, I wouldn't hesitate to donate all my wealth to Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Australia, so they could build the most magnificent Buddha Hall and education centre in the world. It would be a place where people from all corners of the globe could come to learn the Buddha's teachings—entirely free from worries about shelter or survival—allowing them to focus completely on their practice without the burden of material scarcity. I would give absolutely everything I had. But unfortunately, this is only a 'what if'. Now that I no longer have a human body, I have no way to exert that kind of power.
Even so, I urge the world's major financial groups, as well as musicians, filmmakers, singers, and actors—if you are reading this manuscript, please believe what I am telling you. Visit Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Australia with an open, sincere heart, and you will surely walk away with a completely different perspective.
I see so clearly that among you, there are far too many who suffer deeply behind a glamorous exterior. So many actors and singers quietly battle depression and bipolar disorder. You spend fortunes on psychologists and treatments, yet so few of you ever find true relief, remaining dependent on sleeping pills just to get through each day. Why continue to suffer so much?
Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Australia can truly help everyone heal their mind, body, and spirit. Please, believe this—pay a visit to Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre in Australia, and you will understand exactly what I am saying.
Stop creating negative karma. Those in the entertainment industry know the profound suffering within that world better than anyone. Do not continue to sink into that chaotic, meaningless, and dark environment, and stop projecting negative influences onto the world—this is the very root of all suffering. I only hope humanity can see this clearly.
I am filled with such profound gratitude as I speak these things to you now from the Western Land of Ultimate Bliss. I hope with all my heart that everyone will come to know the Buddha together. Once you find the Buddha, the suffering and darkness will lift—and even deep struggles like depression and bipolar disorder will clear away.
Gratitude to Namo Amituofo.
Gratitude to Practitioner Su.
Namo Amituofo."
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