With birth, there comes death. Birth is an alert of death. It is a calling for diligent practice. Other celebrations for birthday are insignificant.
The black-faced Tara at Ling Jiou Mountain and my mantra epitomize subjugation in the Four Activities (pacifying, increasing, magnetizing, and subjugating).
Guan Yin (Avalokiteshvara) has the greatest connection with us. Sentient beings in places flourished with Dharma are closely connected with Guan Yin.
Undoubtedly, we hope to have a smooth life where our wishes could come true. Guan Yin (Avalokiteshvara) had already taught us the method.
I first heard about the story of Princess Miao Shan, a former incarnation of Guan Yin (Avalokiteshvara), when I was fifteen. Her story of sacrificing oneself for spiritual pursuit and the liberation of sentient beings inspired me.
Together, let’s aspire and accomplish the compassionate Dharma door of Guan Yin. By reciting the mantra, let’s dedicate the merit for world peace and the welfare of beings.
The mind is the root of all Buddhas, the eye of Buddhas. I
That being said, we should have faith in Buddhadharma, cultivate virtuous deeds, aspire bodhicitta, and vow to attain Buddhahood. Guan Yin is our role model that should never be forgotten.
Through Chan practice, we can uncover the source, the spirituality, the original face.