The Prodigal Son Wishes to Return

The Depth of Unseen Suffering

Who can truly understand the depth of this sorrow and suffering? Who hears the desperate cries of those lost in the darkness? They regret their past actions, but it is already too late. Deep within the lowest levels of the hells, there is no light of day. The pressure of the ocean depths is so immense that their bodies are crushed, unable to draw a single breath. In the pits of molten lava, their bodies are burned and scorched, emitting sounds of agony. They are torn apart, only to be reassembled and torn apart again, repeating this cycle endlessly. How long will this last? The time is infinite, and there is no end in sight within the Avici Hell.

The Fall of the Sangha

There are countless beings here who can no longer cry out or make a sound. Many of them were once members of the Sangha. They were once famous and respected, with followers across the world. Yet, in a single moment of arrogance or narrow-mindedness, they failed to accept others. They could not tolerate those who were more talented than themselves. This is why it is essential to open your heart and mind:

• Expand your mind-capacity to embrace all virtuous monastics.
• Recognise that many of these beings have come from the Western Pure Land.
• Work together to accomplish the great mission of the Western Pure Land.
• Gather under the seat of Namo Amituofo to help those with karmic affinity enter the Western Pure Land.

The Power of Repentance and Transformation

Today, during this Thrice Yearning Ceremony, countless external Bodhisattvas from the cosmos are participating. Namo Amituofo praises the prodigal son who wishes to return, for he is now manifesting the power of Goodness. If you have committed past wrongs, you must sincerely repent before the Buddha. You have caused harm to many beings, and now you must resolve to turn this karmic affinity around. In this world, there is so much resentment, and it remains tangled just as it was in the beginning. However, the external Bodhisattvas from the cosmos can see the truth of this situation. They understand that resentment only breeds more resentment. Now, you must manifest your strength to transform this resentment into gratitude.

The Path of the Right Way

Everything is created by the mind. Observe how you act, for the Buddha’s eyes see everything. You must transform your karma at every moment:

• Transform evil into Goodness.
• Transform narrow-mindedness into the Right Way.
• Put in the work to refine your heart and mind.
• Use your sincerity to save all spirits.

You may ask if you can use your merits to atone for your past sins. According to the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Way, merits and demerits cannot simply cancel each other out. However, you can certainly reduce or eliminate your karmic burden by putting in the work to purify your heart. When you reach the state of having no-mind, you can save beings without attachment. This is the ultimate success in your practice, and it is what Namo Amituofo rejoices to see.

The Dharma Ship of Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre

When you cultivate this sincerity, all karmic affinities become good affinities. You can travel through the six realms of existence, and even the flames of hell will transform into red lotus flowers. You must save all those with whom you have an affinity, without distinguishing between yourself and others. As long as you are willing, Practitioner Su will assist you. A magnificent Dharma affinity has manifested for the infinite suffering beings who are waiting for you to lead them to rebirth in the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. You must grasp this rare opportunity. Hsiang Kuang Pure Land Buddhist Centre is where Namo Amituofo truly abides. The Dharma ship has set sail. It continues its journey, picking up all beings along the way, reaching out to the spirits throughout the vastness of the Dharma Realm. You must cherish this moment. Let the countless beings who wish to turn back board the ship and sail directly to the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. Namo Amituofo.