The Vow of Bodhi: A Path to Ultimate Awakening
Teachings from Namo Amituofo
Day 6 Noon Offering, 2019 Global Dharma Assembly
The Call to Awaken
On the sixth day of the 2019 Global Assembly for Disaster Mitigation and , held for the regions of Taiwan, Hong Kong, and the world, we gathered for the sacred noon offering. During this auspicious time, Namo Amituofo bestowed upon us profound teachings regarding the Vow of . The Buddha has established the True Dharma in this world, and now, you are the ones who must carry it forward. I call upon all my children of Bodhi to make a sincere vow. You must understand the true meaning of learning from the Buddha. Do not continue to wander through this world, lost in the chaos of false thoughts and delusions. It is time to move from confusion to , from wrong paths to the right path, and from impurity to purity.
Transforming into Wisdom
You must transform your consciousness into wisdom. Let your actions be guided by the light of true Prajna Wisdom. How can you know what is right? It is found in understanding the principles and the ultimate meaning of the Dharma. When you truly understand this wisdom, you will no longer be trapped by your own ego or self-importance. You will find that your heart is filled only with the purest of the pure. This is the true understanding of the Buddha’s teachings. If you can live by this, you are truly walking the path of wisdom. By diligently practising the , Concentration, and Wisdom, you will find that your mind becomes clear and luminous.
The Path of Selfless
Your heart must be filled with a measureless, selfless heart. This is the essence of the Bodhi Vow. Follow the Buddha’s correct understanding, and let your actions reflect this truth. There is only one correct path that leads you back to your true nature without error. I urge you to broaden your heart and make the Vow of Bodhi for the sake of all suffering beings. May you dedicate your efforts to saving them, ensuring that no one is left behind in the cycle of rebirth. By operating according to the Universal Principle, the Truth, and the Right Way, you will be able to leave suffering behind and find happiness. Remember to chant Namo Amituofo all the way, for this is the most direct route to the of Ultimate Bliss.
Namo Amituofo.
Recorded by the Buddha's disciple, Shi Faxi.
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