The Path of Self-Rescue and the Buddha's Compassionate Rescue
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
Recorded by Venerable HaiZe on May 7, 2023
Children, the weight of is a profound pain that all beings have carried for countless lifetimes. Your original nature is inherently calm, peaceful, and serene. However, you have become so accustomed to the chaos and the bustling noise of the world that you have forgotten this inner stillness.
The Sanctuary of Stillness
In the depths of silence and purity, it is easy to see your own heart clearly. Conversely, amidst the constant distractions and the clamour of daily life, you lose sight of yourself. You become covered in the dust of worldly attachments. When you begin your practice, the turbid states of your body, mind, and spirit often manifest according to your thoughts. As your karma surfaces, if you lack a settled mind and the ability to stop your wandering thoughts, the karmic forces can appear like a tidal wave. This is a burden that the physical body simply cannot withstand.
Understanding the Hidden Influences
Therefore, when karma manifests, you must learn to balance and resolve it. Through the compassionate power of Namo Amituofo, we can resolve these conflicts, invite spirits to listen to the , and perform to help them find peace. This is the assistance provided by the Buddha. However, you must first take the initiative to rescue yourself. You must learn to stop your wandering thoughts and calm your heart. Do not continue to dwell on the past, for by doing so, you only invite more beings to attach themselves to you.
These beings are everywhere:
- : Those who seek balance for past grievances.Internal demons
- : The manifestations of your own greed, anger, and ignorance.Attached spirits
- : Beings from the outside who seek to influence your body and mind.Beings in the plague and demon realms: Those who may interfere with your path of practice.
These beings possess their own and spirit. They can attach themselves to of a karmic creditor and coexist with them. Their own consciousness and mental states can become perfectly in sync with your own body, mind, and spirit. If they are at peace, you feel at peace; if they are filled with negativity, you feel that negativity. When they are purified, you are purified; when they are stained, you are stained.
The Path to Self-Rescue
These beings can also act independently, following their own mental notes and desires. When they act upon your physical form, the symptoms of ageing and illness manifest. Therefore, if you can rescue yourself, it is the most brilliant and effective method available. You can transform your own karma and address the root causes of your ageing and illness. A pure, focused mind is the essential key to this transformation.
The Infinite Power of the Buddha-Name
The name of Namo Amituofo is the ultimate symbol of purity and goodness. If you truly believe in Namo Amituofo, you must chant the Buddha-name with a sincere and respectful heart, maintaining this practice continuously without interruption. The Buddha-name will then exert its power, purifying the hearts and spirits of these beings, and cleansing your own body, mind, and spirit. However, you must be careful not to allow scattered, delusional thoughts to stain your practice again.
At this moment, the Buddha's power does not only provide support through your own sincere chanting; it also works in tandem with the Hsiang Kuang Buddhist Centre's efforts in resolving conflicts, inviting spirits, and performing Chao Du. You must take the first step to rescue yourself through your own practice. Only then can the Buddha's power be fully applied in the present moment, providing you with the precious opportunity to transform your karma.
Namo Amituofo
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