Q:
You say in your Notes on the Lotus Sutra (Lesson 01):
To break out of the inner jail (dwelling in the past/not able to forgive oneself or others)
Pick a practice / 15-30 minutes a day
Can you explain what the practices are that I can pick from and how to do the one I pick?
A:
In my 1st talk, I introduced chapter 25 in Lotus Sutra to the audience.
That chapter suggested the practice of "reciting the name of Avalokiteshvara" to get rid of all kinds of affliction. That's the same method we did in the "Contemplation on the Virtues of the Sangha".
In this case, instead of reciting "Namo Sanghaya", you should contemplate the name of Avalokiteshvara by reciting "Namo Avalokiteshvara" in your mind (for about 10-15 minutes).
During the class, I was also suggested a way of practice which focuses on the breath while contemplating the name of Avalokiteshvara simultaneously.
For instance, when worrying about something/someone......
(Contemplate the name of) Avalokiteshvara while breathing in,
(Released all worries out of our body and mind) while breathing out,
Inhale.......Avalokiteshvara,
Exhale......let go of all the worries.
Practice for 5 minutes, 10 minutes or more.
Some people like to have background music.
If you would like a traditional Chinese hymn of Avalokiteshvara, here a 20+ minutes video clip: Chinese Version Click Here
turn it on, sit comfortably, listen thoroughly and recite with it in your mind (or sing it out).
Here, another hymn of Avalokiteshvara with western musical instruments, nearly 25 minutes: Plum Village Chant Click Here
So, pick one of the practices from the above suggestions, whichever is more suitable for your inner need, and start the Mindfulness Mode.
Enjoy practice !
References:
- Pronunciation: Avalokiteshvara [uhv-uh-loh-ki-teysh-ver-uh] Click Here
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