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Grand [[Master]] Lian-Sheng, the [[King]] of [[Dharma]] [[His Holiness]], shall conduct Lian-Sheng the Living [[Buddha`s]] Seven-Tier [[Birth]] of [[Buddha]] Genial Longevity {{Wiki|Ceremony}} in the [[form]] of [[Ganachakra Puja]] [[Offering]] dedicated to [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]] | Grand [[Master]] Lian-Sheng, the [[King]] of [[Dharma]] [[His Holiness]], shall conduct Lian-Sheng the Living [[Buddha`s]] Seven-Tier [[Birth]] of [[Buddha]] Genial Longevity {{Wiki|Ceremony}} in the [[form]] of [[Ganachakra Puja]] [[Offering]] dedicated to [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]] | ||
− | On May 11th, 2013 (Saturday) at 3:00 P.M. Grand [[Master]] Lian-Sheng His Holiness,has presided at {{Wiki|Taiwan}} [[Leitsang Tze Temple]] to host Lian-Sheng the Living [[Buddha`s]] Seven-Tier [[Birth]] of [[Buddha]] Genial Longevity {{Wiki|Ceremony}} in the [[form]] of [[Ganachakra Puja]] [[Offering]] in [[dedication]] to [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]], as well as [[empowering]] upon all participants the [[Tantra]] Practice of [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]] and of [[Ganachakra]] [[Offering]]. | + | On May 11th, 2013 ([[Saturday]]) at 3:00 P.M. Grand [[Master]] Lian-Sheng His Holiness,has presided at {{Wiki|Taiwan}} [[Leitsang Tze Temple]] to host Lian-Sheng the Living [[Buddha`s]] Seven-Tier [[Birth]] of [[Buddha]] Genial Longevity {{Wiki|Ceremony}} in the [[form]] of [[Ganachakra Puja]] [[Offering]] in [[dedication]] to [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]], as well as [[empowering]] upon all participants the [[Tantra]] Practice of [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]] and of [[Ganachakra]] [[Offering]]. |
− | On June 25th, 2013 (May 28th by Lunar Calender) is the day of Grand [[Master]] Lian-Sheng`s birthday. Every [[True Buddha]] [[disciple]] throughout the [[world]] may practice the [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]] [[Tantric]] [[Sadhana]] in his\her own home or local [[True Buddha]] chapter and credit the [[merits]] to the [[Root]] [[Lineage]] [[Guru]]- Grand [[Master]] Lian-Sheng [[His Holiness]], the [[King]] of [[Dharma]], thereby wishing that longevity and [[meritorious]] [[blessings]] shall be imparted to Him and asserting His [[permanent]] abode in this {{Wiki|secular}} [[world]]! | + | On June 25th, 2013 (May 28th by [[Lunar]] Calender) is the day of Grand [[Master]] Lian-Sheng`s [[birthday]]. Every [[True Buddha]] [[disciple]] throughout the [[world]] may practice the [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]] [[Tantric]] [[Sadhana]] in his\her [[own]] home or local [[True Buddha]] [[chapter]] and credit the [[merits]] to the [[Root]] [[Lineage]] [[Guru]]- Grand [[Master]] Lian-Sheng [[His Holiness]], the [[King]] of [[Dharma]], thereby wishing that longevity and [[meritorious]] [[blessings]] shall be imparted to Him and asserting His [[permanent]] abode in this {{Wiki|secular}} [[world]]! |
[[Heart Mantra]] of [[Amitayus Buddha]] or [[Buddha of Immeasurable Life]]: '''OM A MA RA NI JI WAN TI YE SOHA''' | [[Heart Mantra]] of [[Amitayus Buddha]] or [[Buddha of Immeasurable Life]]: '''OM A MA RA NI JI WAN TI YE SOHA''' | ||
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− | [[Amitayus Buddha]], also known as {{Wiki|Western}} [[Tathagata]] of [[Immeasurable Life]]]]. He [[manifests]] as a one head and two arm [[entity]] in red {{Wiki|skin}}; the [[hair]] is rolled up in a topknot and wears a [[precious]] {{Wiki|crown}} adorned with [[five Buddhas]] carved in [[precious]] metal and jewelry; and He`s cladded in a [[celestial]] upper garment and in a {{Wiki|silk}} fabric lower skirt. In addition, He wears a [[precious]] [[jewel]] necklace as the centerpiece. Overall, all these [[manifestations]] are attributable to the integrity and solemnty of an all-round [[Dharmakaya]] [[Buddha]]. With a Longevity [[Treasure]] Vial placed in the center of His right palm, His both hands [[form]] a [[Dhyana mudra]] resting atop His knees. His feet double over forming a [[Vajra]] [[lotus position]] on top of a [[lotus]] [[dharma wheel]]. [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]] is surrounded by four [[dakinis]] of four [[vajrayana]] [[dharma]] practices: namely, [[purification]], [[enhancement]], enthrallment and subjugation, whereby the [[essentials]], longevity, [[meritorious]] privileges, [[wisdom]] and other [[virtues]] can be derived from the [[five elements]]: [[earth]], [[water]], [[fire]], [[air]] and [[void]]. | + | [[Amitayus Buddha]], also known as {{Wiki|Western}} [[Tathagata]] of [[Immeasurable Life]]]]. He [[manifests]] as a one head and two arm [[entity]] in [[red]] {{Wiki|skin}}; the [[hair]] is rolled up in a topknot and wears a [[precious]] {{Wiki|crown}} adorned with [[five Buddhas]] carved in [[precious]] metal and jewelry; and He`s cladded in a [[celestial]] upper garment and in a {{Wiki|silk}} fabric lower skirt. In addition, He wears a [[precious]] [[jewel]] necklace as the centerpiece. Overall, all these [[manifestations]] are attributable to the [[integrity]] and solemnty of an all-round [[Dharmakaya]] [[Buddha]]. With a Longevity [[Treasure]] Vial placed in the center of His right palm, His both hands [[form]] a [[Dhyana mudra]] resting atop His knees. His feet double over forming a [[Vajra]] [[lotus position]] on top of a [[lotus]] [[dharma wheel]]. [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]] is surrounded by four [[dakinis]] of four [[vajrayana]] [[dharma]] practices: namely, [[purification]], [[enhancement]], enthrallment and subjugation, whereby the [[essentials]], longevity, [[meritorious]] privileges, [[wisdom]] and other [[virtues]] can be derived from the [[five elements]]: [[earth]], [[water]], [[fire]], [[air]] and [[void]]. |
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According to the [[buddhist scriptures]]: reciting the [[mantra]] of [[Amitayus]] Buddhan can extend one`s [[life span]] and enhance one`s [[merits]] and [[wisdom]]; can avert accidental tragic [[death]]; can exonerate a [[person]] of all negative [[karmas]]; and can ascentain a {{Wiki|deathless}} feat or be [[reborn]] in the [[Western Paradise]]. | According to the [[buddhist scriptures]]: reciting the [[mantra]] of [[Amitayus]] Buddhan can extend one`s [[life span]] and enhance one`s [[merits]] and [[wisdom]]; can avert accidental tragic [[death]]; can exonerate a [[person]] of all negative [[karmas]]; and can ascentain a {{Wiki|deathless}} feat or be [[reborn]] in the [[Western Paradise]]. | ||
Practicing the [[sadhana]] of [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]] can also rid oneself of {{Wiki|diseases}}; can lengthen one`s [[life span]]; can improve one`s positive and [[auspicious]] [[karmic]] [[affinity]] with others; can eliminate one`s negative [[karmic]] [[affinity]] with others; and can bring {{Wiki|prosperity}} to one`s endeavors in the {{Wiki|secular}} [[world]]. | Practicing the [[sadhana]] of [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]] can also rid oneself of {{Wiki|diseases}}; can lengthen one`s [[life span]]; can improve one`s positive and [[auspicious]] [[karmic]] [[affinity]] with others; can eliminate one`s negative [[karmic]] [[affinity]] with others; and can bring {{Wiki|prosperity}} to one`s endeavors in the {{Wiki|secular}} [[world]]. | ||
− | [[Amitabha]], [[Usnisha Vijaya]], [[White Tara]] are the {{Wiki|epitome}} of [[Great Compassion]] and [[Mercy]] and can thus impart health and {{Wiki|security}} and [[felicity]] to [[people]]. They are collectively called the Tri-Longevity [[Buddhas]] or the Majestic [[Trio]] of Longevity. | + | [[Amitabha]], [[Usnisha Vijaya]], [[White Tara]] are the {{Wiki|epitome}} of [[Great Compassion]] and [[Mercy]] and can thus impart [[health]] and {{Wiki|security}} and [[felicity]] to [[people]]. They are collectively called the Tri-Longevity [[Buddhas]] or the Majestic [[Trio]] of Longevity. |
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− | [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]] is [[an embodiment]] of [[Amitabha Buddha]]. His Vial of Longevity [[Nectar]] is the hallmark of His being. If you ever have the opportunity to drink the [[nectar]] from His Longevity Vial, you will gain longevity and health. [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]] can eradicate our {{Wiki|calamities}} and guide the [[spirits]] of the deceased to the [[Pure Land]] of [[Buddha]]. The illuminance of [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]] is red and is very profound and far-reaching; it can enhance [[wisdom]] and [[merits]]; eliminate {{Wiki|diseases}}; increase [[harmony]] in families; eradicate all {{Wiki|calamities}}; and banish all enemies on behalf of all [[sentient beings]] of [[concern]]. | + | [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]] is [[an embodiment]] of [[Amitabha Buddha]]. His Vial of Longevity [[Nectar]] is the hallmark of His being. If you ever have the opportunity to drink the [[nectar]] from His Longevity Vial, you will gain longevity and [[health]]. [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]] can eradicate our {{Wiki|calamities}} and guide the [[spirits]] of the deceased to the [[Pure Land]] of [[Buddha]]. The illuminance of [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]] is [[red]] and is very profound and far-reaching; it can enhance [[wisdom]] and [[merits]]; eliminate {{Wiki|diseases}}; increase [[harmony]] in families; eradicate all {{Wiki|calamities}}; and banish all enemies on behalf of all [[sentient beings]] of [[concern]]. |
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In the vast expanse of [[empty]] [[space]], a clear | In the vast expanse of [[empty]] [[space]], a clear | ||
white [[moon]] disc emerges. Inside the [[moon]] disc | white [[moon]] disc emerges. Inside the [[moon]] disc | ||
− | is a red [[Sanskrit]] [[seed syllable]]: | + | is a [[red]] [[Sanskrit]] [[seed syllable]]: |
`Seh` | `Seh` | ||
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[Please refer to the diagram above] | [Please refer to the diagram above] | ||
− | The [[seed syllable]] revolves about its own | + | The [[seed syllable]] revolves about its [[own]] |
vertical axis and transforms | vertical axis and transforms | ||
into [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]]. The [[Buddha`s]] [[bodily]] {{Wiki|skin}} | into [[Amitayus]] [[Buddha]]. The [[Buddha`s]] [[bodily]] {{Wiki|skin}} | ||
− | {{Wiki|color}} is red; has one head | + | {{Wiki|color}} is [[red]]; has one head |
and two arms; both hands [[form]] a [[dhyana mudra]] | and two arms; both hands [[form]] a [[dhyana mudra]] | ||
with a Vial of Longevity [[Nectar]] [[standing]] firm | with a Vial of Longevity [[Nectar]] [[standing]] firm | ||
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− | Please note: If you are to practice any [[True Buddha]] [[tantrayana]] [[ritual]], please [[take refuge]] in Grand [[Master]] Lian-sheng first and receive formally His [[empowerment]] on the particular [[True Buddha]] [[tantrayana]] [[ritual]] of [[interest]]. | + | Please note: If you are to practice any [[True Buddha]] [[tantrayana]] [[ritual]], please [[take refuge]] in Grand [[Master]] [[Lian-sheng]] first and receive formally His [[empowerment]] on the particular [[True Buddha]] [[tantrayana]] [[ritual]] of [[interest]]. |
</poem> | </poem> | ||
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Revision as of 19:51, 24 November 2015
Grand Master Lian-Sheng, the King of Dharma His Holiness, shall conduct Lian-Sheng the Living Buddha`s Seven-Tier Birth of Buddha Genial Longevity Ceremony in the form of Ganachakra Puja Offering dedicated to Amitayus Buddha
On May 11th, 2013 (Saturday) at 3:00 P.M. Grand Master Lian-Sheng His Holiness,has presided at Taiwan Leitsang Tze Temple to host Lian-Sheng the Living Buddha`s Seven-Tier Birth of Buddha Genial Longevity Ceremony in the form of Ganachakra Puja Offering in dedication to Amitayus Buddha, as well as empowering upon all participants the Tantra Practice of Amitayus Buddha and of Ganachakra Offering.
On June 25th, 2013 (May 28th by Lunar Calender) is the day of Grand Master Lian-Sheng`s birthday. Every True Buddha disciple throughout the world may practice the Amitayus Buddha Tantric Sadhana in his\her own home or local True Buddha chapter and credit the merits to the Root Lineage Guru- Grand Master Lian-Sheng His Holiness, the King of Dharma, thereby wishing that longevity and meritorious blessings shall be imparted to Him and asserting His permanent abode in this secular world!
Heart Mantra of Amitayus Buddha or Buddha of Immeasurable Life: OM A MA RA NI JI WAN TI YE SOHA
Sadhana of Amitayus Buddha
Amitayus Buddha, the Buddha of Endless Life,
is also known as Western Tathagata Buddha of Immeasurable Life.
Amitayus Mudra (Dhyana mudra):
In this Mudra, the right palm rests upon the left palm, both facing upwards and held at the level slightly beneath the Dantien, the thumbs touching or almost touching at the tips and thus forming a triangle. [Please refer to the diagram above]
Root syllable:
Seh (hrih in Sanskrit)
[Please refer to the diagram above]
Mantra: Om Amarani Jiwantiye Soha
An introduction to the dharmalaksana or sacred physical attributes of Amitayus Buddha:
Amitayus Buddha, also known as Western Tathagata of Immeasurable Life]]. He manifests as a one head and two arm entity in red skin; the hair is rolled up in a topknot and wears a precious crown adorned with five Buddhas carved in precious metal and jewelry; and He`s cladded in a celestial upper garment and in a silk fabric lower skirt. In addition, He wears a precious jewel necklace as the centerpiece. Overall, all these manifestations are attributable to the integrity and solemnty of an all-round Dharmakaya Buddha. With a Longevity Treasure Vial placed in the center of His right palm, His both hands form a Dhyana mudra resting atop His knees. His feet double over forming a Vajra lotus position on top of a lotus dharma wheel. Amitayus Buddha is surrounded by four dakinis of four vajrayana dharma practices: namely, purification, enhancement, enthrallment and subjugation, whereby the essentials, longevity, meritorious privileges, wisdom and other virtues can be derived from the five elements: earth, water, fire, air and void.
The benefits of practicing Amitayus sadhana
According to the buddhist scriptures: reciting the mantra of Amitayus Buddhan can extend one`s life span and enhance one`s merits and wisdom; can avert accidental tragic death; can exonerate a person of all negative karmas; and can ascentain a deathless feat or be reborn in the Western Paradise.
Practicing the sadhana of Amitayus Buddha can also rid oneself of diseases; can lengthen one`s life span; can improve one`s positive and auspicious karmic affinity with others; can eliminate one`s negative karmic affinity with others; and can bring prosperity to one`s endeavors in the secular world.
Amitabha, Usnisha Vijaya, White Tara are the epitome of Great Compassion and Mercy and can thus impart health and security and felicity to people. They are collectively called the Tri-Longevity Buddhas or the Majestic Trio of Longevity.
Precious Discourse by Grand Master Lian-Sheng
Amitayus Buddha is an embodiment of Amitabha Buddha. His Vial of Longevity Nectar is the hallmark of His being. If you ever have the opportunity to drink the nectar from His Longevity Vial, you will gain longevity and health. Amitayus Buddha can eradicate our calamities and guide the spirits of the deceased to the Pure Land of Buddha. The illuminance of Amitayus Buddha is red and is very profound and far-reaching; it can enhance wisdom and merits; eliminate diseases; increase harmony in families; eradicate all calamities; and banish all enemies on behalf of all sentient beings of concern.
Sadhana for Practicing Amitayus Buddha Tantra
Recite the Purification Mantras upon Entering the Mandala Shrine
Recite the Invocation Mantra
Tender Great Homage
Tender Mandala Offering
Fourfold Refuge - Recite the fourfold refuge mantra three times:
Namo Guru Bei, Namo Buddha Ye, Namo
Dharma Ye, Namo Sangha Ye
Armor Protection
Recite the High King Avalokitesvara Sutra
Recite the Root Lineage Guru Heart Mantra 108
Times:
Om Guru Lian Sheng Siddhi Hum
Form the Amitayus Buddha Mudra (Dhyana Mudra): [Please refer to the diagram
above]
The right palm rests upon the left palm, both
facing upwards and held at the
level slightly beneath the Dantien, the
thumbs touching or almost touching at the
tips and thus forming a triangle.
Visualisation:
In the vast expanse of empty space, a clear
white moon disc emerges. Inside the moon disc
is a red Sanskrit seed syllable:
`Seh`
[Please refer to the diagram above]
The seed syllable revolves about its own
vertical axis and transforms
into Amitayus Buddha. The Buddha`s bodily skin
color is red; has one head
and two arms; both hands form a dhyana mudra
with a Vial of Longevity Nectar standing firm
in the middle of the right palm.
The Vial of Longevity Nectar emits three rays
of brilliant light (from top down: white-
red-blue) into the practitioner`s crown chakra,
throat chakra, and heart chakra, respectively,
thereby his/her negative karma is eradicated
and life span is thus lengthened.
Entering Amitayus Buddha into oneself.
Morphing oneself into Amitayus Buddha
Recite the heart mantra of Amitayus Buddha
108 times:
Om Amarani Jiwantiye Soha
Enter Samadhi (specifically the Amitayus
Longevity samadhi)
Emerge from Samadhi and Recite Buddha`s Name:
Namo 36 trillion 119 thousand and 500
Amitabh Buddhas
Recite the Eight Principal Deities` Mantras
(to form karmic affinity on good terms)
Dedication:
Amitayus Tathagata Buddha Shall Bestow
A Great Empowerment:
Eradicating Karmas, Extending Life Span,
Enhancing Felicity and Wisdom;
Buddhist Disciples with Good Karmic
Affinity Shall Invoke Thee to Come;
Knittingly and Continuously With No End
in Sight Shall Longevity Last.
Recite the Hundred Syllable Mantra (3 times)
Tender Great Homage, Recite the Completion
Mantra and Exit the Mandala Shrine.
Please note: If you are to practice any True Buddha tantrayana ritual, please take refuge in Grand Master Lian-sheng first and receive formally His empowerment on the particular True Buddha tantrayana ritual of interest.