Namo Amitabha: Life’s Ultimate Treasure
While many view gold, silver, fame and fortune as treasures, these worldly possessions are fleeting and may lead to negative consequences.
At life’s end, worldly glory and riches vanish, being unable to accompany us beyond this realm.
Only “Namo Amitabha”, the name of Amitabha Buddha, remains with us constantly, in all moments, establishing an unbreakable bond between practitioner and Buddha.
The jewel of “Namo Amitabha,” is freely available to us, requiring no effort on our part.
By simply thinking of the Buddha and reciting his name, we receive the most precious treasure imaginable.
Amitabha, the supreme Buddha, radiates infinite light and his name embodies inconceivable, boundless virtues and merits.
With a minimal investment of reciting the Buddha’s name, one can receive the immense benefit of rebirth in the Pure Land and enlightenment. Therefore, "Namo Amitabha" should be cherished as life’s ultimate treasure.
(Translated by the Pure Land School Translation Team;
edited by Householder Fojin)
Guiding Principles
Faith in, and acceptance of, Amitabha’s deliverance
Single-minded recitation of Amitabha’s name
Aspiration to rebirth in Amitabha’s Pure Land
Comprehensive deliverance of all sentient beings