A SCENE FROM THE GUAN YIN CITTA PURE LAND: THE BUDDHA WAS ROTATING THE MANI PEARL OF A LOTUS FLOWER
Question: The following are the scenes of Guan Yin Citta Pure Land that I, the disciple of Master Lu, witnessed today.
In the Guan Yin Citta Pure Land: The Buddha is gazing at a lotus flower in the lotus pond. In the centre of the lotus flower, lies a glittering mani pearl that radiates brilliant golden light. Steadily extending His hand, and with much gentleness, the Buddha rotates the mani pearl.
Out of curiosity, the Heavenly Child asks, “Why does the Buddha rotate the mani pearl of this lotus flower?”
The Buddha explains, “This is because she is currently reciting the Eighty-Eight Buddhas Great Repentance (LIFO).”
The Victorious-Strife Buddha then chips in, “As a matter of fact, the Buddha is showering her with blessings and setting in motion her bright inherent nature.”
The Heavenly Child probes further, “Is this the reason she is sobbing while performing repentance?”
The Buddha replies, “I’m applying the refreshing heavenly dew to purify her heart that has been contaminated by the five desires and the corresponding six sense objects.”
Guan Yin Bodhisattva then asks, “Is the Buddha giving a reminder to my disciples that their cultivated state-of-mind has yet to reach the Buddha’s expectation?”
The Buddha responds, “Indeed! They are still unable to see through the worldly desires.”
Answer: I would like to reiterate that it is critical to study Buddhism in Plain Terms. You need to listen and read more. Besides, you must aim to do all that is wholesome and free your mind from all things unwholesome.
Excessive unwholesome and selfish thoughts will pose an obstacle for you to ascend to heaven. After all, the lotus pond in heaven is simply immaculate.
If you tear up while reciting LIFO or for unbeknown reasons, it means that the Bodhisattva is showering you with blessings. Please work hard to eliminate your karmic obstacles soonest.
Source: Master Jun Hong Lu’s Discourse (Question 382), 3 May 2020