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Chapter 27a–Universal Virtue: The Guardian Pledge of Samantabhadra and the Empowerment of Infinite Seekers
In the eastern lands, Bodhisattva Mahāsattva Samantabhadra, accompanied by an incalculable number of other great Bodhisattvas, made his majestic arrival. As fields vibrated, showers of lotuses descended, and countless musical instruments played, Samantabhadra advanced, showcasing the grandeur, transformational ability, magnificence, power, brilliance, dignified procession, and miraculous manifestations characteristic of a Bodhisattva. This grand procession, a…
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Chapter 26d–Guidance Towards Enlightenment: King Subhavyūha’s Spiritual Awakening
The Enlightened One, “The One of Resonant Voice, Bedecked with Stars and Blossoms, Profound in Wisdom,” responded to King Subhavyūha, “You speak the truth, noble king. Those with a foundation of goodness will always find true spiritual companions, no matter where they are born or reborn. Such friends will guide them toward ultimate enlightenment. It’s…
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Chapter 26c–The Royal Blessing: A Leap Towards Enlightenment
After their celestial performance, the young princes Vimalagarbha and Vimalanetra descended from the sky and went to their mother. Hands clasped together, they said, “Mom, we’ve opened our father’s eyes to higher wisdom. We’ve been his spiritual guides. Now it’s time for us to fully embrace our spiritual calling in the presence of the Enlightened…
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Chapter 26b–The Miraculous Proof: A Journey to Spiritual Awakening
The young princes were eager to hear this teaching. They went to their mother and said, “We wish to listen to the spiritual teachings of “The One of Resonant Voice, Bedecked with Stars and Blossoms, Profound in Wisdom.” Queen Vimaladatta cautioned, “Your father respects the Brahmins, so he might not let you go.” The young…
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Chapter 26a–Ancient Devotion: The Value of True Friendship
Then, the Enlightened One spoke to the gathered spiritual seekers: Long ago, in a time so distant it can’t be measured, a great spiritual leader emerged. He was known as “The One of Resonant Voice, Bedecked with Stars and Blossoms, Profound in Wisdom,” a fully enlightened being gifted in wisdom and ethical living. This occurred…
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Chapter 25e–The Giantesses’ Vow: A Covenant of Eternal Protection
Then a group of giantesses—Lamba, Vilamba, Kutadanti, Pushpadanti, Makutadanti, Kesini, Akala, Maladhari, Kunti, Sarvasattvogahara, and Hariti—approached the Lord, each with their children and entourage. They declared in unison: “We, too, will protect those who uphold these teachings. We’ll ensure they remain safe from anyone seeking to harm them.” Together, they presented the Lord with a…
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Chapter 25d–Virudhaka’s Spell of Unyielding Guardianship
Another ruler of the cardinal directions, Virudhaka, was present at the gathering. Surrounded by countless legions of Kumbhandas, he stood up, draped his robe over one shoulder, and with clasped hands, spoke to the Lord: “I, too, will offer protective spells to benefit all people and especially safeguard those qualified preachers who uphold these teachings.…
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Chapter 25c–Guardian Vaisravana’s Celestial Spells of Protection
Then Vaisravana, one of the Four Heavenly Kings who guard the cardinal directions, spoke to the Lord: “I will also offer protective spells to benefit those who preach these teachings. Out of compassion, I will ensure their safety and protection. The spells are: “In ‘atte’ and ‘natte,’ find courage anew,‘Vanatte anade,’ let peace flow through…
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Chapter 25b–The Invincible Spells of Bodhisattva Pradanasura
Then, Bodhisattva Pradanasura (known as “Generous Hero) spoke to the Lord: “I, too, will offer protective spells for the benefit of those who preach these teachings. These spells will guard them against any who seek to harm them—be it demons, giants, goblins, sorcerers, imps, or ghosts. None of these entities will find an opportunity to…
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Chapter 25a–Divine Incantations:The Universal Promise of Protection
Bodhisattva Bhaishajya Rāja stood up, draped his robe over one shoulder, knelt on one knee, and with clasped hands, asked the Lord: “How much spiritual merit will a person gain, whether a young man or woman, who either memorizes or keeps a written copy of the Lotus Sutra?” The Lord responded: “Imagine, Bhaishajya Rāja, if…
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Mr. Altig’s Overview of the Wonderful Dharma of the Lotus Sutra 