The 10th Karmapa Chöying Dorje (1604–1674)
Tonight Acho Rinpoche mentioned the titles of two of
the Buddhas rarely heard of in the Age of Degeneration of the Dharma. These two
Buddhas are only known to one or two out of a million. However, the merits
generated from reciting their titles will be tremendous beyond our imagination.
The first is “Sun Moon Lamp Buddha”. One who recites
his title will be deserving of offering by all sentient beings and their
prostrations. When one recites the title of this Buddha, his body is no
different from a precious stupa. The pure land of this Buddha is called “Pearl
of the Northen World”.
The second is “Precious Body Buddha”. One who recites
his title will be deserving of offering by all sentient beings in the Three
Realms (Desire Realm, Form Realm and Formless Realm). The pure land of this
Buddha is called “Helping All in Difficulties”.
Actually, we do recite the title of this Buddha after
our group prayers every time.
Acho Rinpoche mentioned about our impending tour to
Yunan (China) in Aug 15. We will be visiting two very special places related to
the Karma Kagyud: Cloud Pointing Temple and Vajrayogini Cave. The 10th Karmapa
was the religious advisor to the King of Eastern Tibet during his time. When
war broke out in Tibet, the 10th Karmapa fled Tibet
and came to Northen Yunan. He did his retreat in the Vajrayogini Cave for
several years.
Later, he travelled alone to Tibet in order to
enthrone the reincarnation of his late root guru. He changed into an
ordinary attire in order to enter Tibet quietly, unrecognized by anyone.
However, his students prepared a horse for him and some jewels to pay for his
travelling expenses. Unfortunately, the horse attracted the attention of the
robbers and he was robbed of all his personal belongings including his horse.
Even his clothing were robed and he was given a beggar’s cloth in return. The
robbers did not know of his status and he did not bother about telling anyone
who he was. Overnight, he transformed from a precious Buddhist Master revered
by many into a nameless beggar. However, he was not bothered by such a change
and continued his journey to Tibet. That was indeed an exceptional behavior demonstrated
by an enlightened master!
Reported by Sun
Moon KFS on 16-Jul-15
