The Light of the Thrice Yearning Ceremony
Words of Namo Amituofo
March 15, 2018
The Radiance of Namo Amituofo's Presence
Words of Namo Amituofo: Today, as we gather to perform the , know that Namo Amituofo is truly present. This sacred ceremony serves as a bridge between worlds; it illuminates the profound and provides essential guidance to the spirits of the departed who are lost in the darkness.
A Beacon in the Vast Ocean of Suffering
Through the compassionate power of , beings are liberated from their past attachments and reborn in the of Ultimate Bliss, where life is infinite and free from the constraints of time. This is the true path of life, for the ocean of is vast and difficult to escape on one's own.
In the midst of this confusing ocean of suffering, this ceremony acts as a bright beacon of light. I urge all of you to grasp this precious opportunity and commit yourselves fully to the true path of life.
The Sacred Call to
Namo Amituofo leads the way, gently guiding the spirits on their journey toward liberation. I only wish for you to listen with a sincere and focused heart to the Dharma sounds I share with you today.
The wondrous sounds of the Dharma have arrived; do you recognise the sacred truth within them? I wish for my disciples to record and share this history of today, so that others may also find their way. Namo Amituofo. Let the joyous sounds of the Dharma guide your practice.
Recorded by the Buddha's disciple, Shi Faxi.
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