The 31 Verses Explaining the Amitabha Sutra from the “Praise of Dharma Practices” by Master Shandao
善導大師《法事讚》 轉《阿彌陀經》31偈語
25. A Verse about Affirmation by all Buddhas in the North
Wish to be reborn. Wish to be reborn.
Buddhas in the North are as many as the sands in the Ganges River. All of them extend their tongues to verify what Shakyamuni says.
The Buddha appeared in the world for the sake of sentient beings like us. He adapts his Dharma teachings according to the aptitudes, circumstances, and time in which his students lived.
Because the aptitude of people and the timing interact, people are enlightened upon hearing the Dharma. They follow the Dharma as taught and practice without any doubts.
They recite the Name for seven days without interruption. They are so excited both physically and mentally, but feel great pity for those who cannot recite the Name.
They are glad to hear the unique Dharma from their homeland. All Buddhas attest to this teaching and have determined that it is the way to return home.
The multitude should dedicate their merit and aspire to be reborn in the Pure Land. Let’s hold fragrant flowers in our hands, and always offer them to the Buddha.
北方證誠相偈
願往生 願往生
北方諸佛如恆沙 皆舒舌相證牟尼
為我凡夫來出世 隨緣說法應時機
時機相感聞即悟 如說修行不致疑
七日稱名無間雜 身心踴躍喜還悲
慶得稀聞自家國 諸佛證判得還歸
眾等迴心皆願往 手執香華常供養
Namo Amituofo!
