This sunday is the Anniversary of Buddhism's most beloved personality, Arya Avalokiteshvara, also known as Guan Yin Bodhisattva. I'm not going to write about His/ Her background and how the Bodhisattva is well received by all in our world. I'm going to write about a personal experience that my mother had. My mum although a Taoist, believed in Guan Yin. She became a devotee shortly after getting married and my father's sister, was the one who helped select an image for my mum to worship. Back then, not knowing the basic tenets of Buddhism; she just followed what my aunt instructed and till now, she has been very diligent on her worship practice and rituals.
This miracle happened during the late eighties recession. Father's business was in shambles, debts were high. Mum being concerned about the welfare of the family, met with relatives and friends to borrow some money to help my dad's company's debts. Some were kind enough to help, others being in the same situation were helpless. Mum was understanding nevertheless, So one night, out of deep sincerity; she lighted a joss stick and said a prayer to Guan Yin. The night; she had a dream.
She dreamt Guan Yin came to our home, and took her to His/Her palace. The journey seemed forever as Guan Yin led my mum as they flew across the many levels of heaven. When Mum arrived at His/Her abode; Mum was so enchanted by the huge columns and big wide space. Guan Yin's abode is grand and regal. Throughout Mum's journey; Guan Yin was benevolent and always smiling at her. Mum wanted to ask questions but Guan Yin spoke back to my Mum's mind: "Do not fear... I am taking you to see my crib..." Guan Yin then led my mum to a pool and Guan Yin took a handful of water from the pool and sprinkle it at my mum's head and body.
Mum woke up and realized a wonderful lingering floral fragrance in her room. The following morning; something told her to buy a lotto number. Off she went to the local lotto store, The next day her number came out 1st prize! So till now, Mum is ever grateful to Guan Yin for giving us a small windfall to help us along the way. U'd be wondering why Guan Yin gave my mum that kind of good luck? Guan Yin is after all. the embodiment of Compassion in all Buddhas. So Guan Yin's nature is great compassion and kindness. Now, as we face another 'great' recession, I hope Guan Yin Bodhisattva will bestow blessing to all those who are sincere and in dire of great help.
Namah Arya Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva MahaSattva Mahakarunakaya!
Namah Ratnatrayaya, Nama Arya Jhana, Sagara, Vairochana, Vhuya Rajaya, Tathagataya, Arhate, SamyakSambuddhaya... Namah Sarva Tathatagatebyeh, Arhate byeh, Samyak sambuddhe byeh,
Namah Arya Avalokiteshvaraya, Bodhisattvaya, Mahasattvaya, Maha karunikaya...
Tadyatha.. Om Dhara Dhara Dhiri Dhiri Dhuru Dhuru! Iteywey Itey Chale Chale, Pra-Chale, Pra-Chale, Kusame, Kusuma Vare Illi Mili Chiti Jualam Apanaya Shvaha!
Om Mani Padme Hum.......
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