Guan Yin Citta Dharma Door belongs to the Mahayana Buddhist tradition. It encourages people to recite Buddhist scriptures (sutras and mantras) on a daily basis, practice life liberations (that is, saving the lifes of beings destined for slaughter), and make great vows to help more people. These 3 “golden practices” lay a solid foundation for improved physical and mental well-being; they have been proven to cure illnesses, resolve relationship conflicts and increase spiritual strength and wisdom.
Using Master Lu’s spiritual power, he is able to tell anyone’s past, present and future, as long as the person’s year of birth and the Chinese zodiac are provided. His advice is based entirely on the teachings and practices of traditional Buddhism. He asks for nothing in return – which is why Guan Yin Citta has been able to reach over 10 million people in such a short period of time.
By following the 3 “golden practices” of Guan Yin Citta – reciting Buddhist sutras, practicing life liberation and making vows – we can accumulate merits, which in turn can be used to reduce our karmic debts and clear karmic obstacles on our life’s journey
1. Reciting Buddhist sutras
Buddhist scriptures (sutras) are the sayings of the Buddha. When reciting them, you will benefit from the blessings of Buddhas and Bodhisattvas. Recitation will not only help eliminate your negative karma; it will also bring strength, wisdom and inner peace, so that you can overcome all kinds of obstacles. And it does not cost a cent. All it requires is persistence and wholehearted sincerity.
Major sutras and mantras for practitioners of Guan Yin Citta Dharma Door:
- Great Compassion Mantra
- Heart Sutra
- Eighty-eight Buddhas Great Repentance Text
- Cundi Dharani
2. Life Liberation
Life Liberation or the release of animals, especially those in grave danger of being killed, is a popular practice performed by all schools of Buddhism. Setting animals free helps us cultivate compassion towards all beings, and deepens our understanding that we are all interdependent. It also enhances our generosity.
As many pains and illnesses that we suffer come from the karma of killing, the boundless merits derived from life liberation are particularly relevant to modern people; it helps us attain longevity and health, resolve interpersonal conflicts, be free from violence and disasters, and fulfil our wishes.
It is best to release animals commonly eaten by humans including fish, shrimp, prawns, crabs and clams. Other animals that tend to be killed or eaten by humans would also be suitable.
Anyone can benefit from setting animals free but the following groups would benefit the most: Buddhists, the middle-aged or elderly, those who suffer from chronic illnesses, and those who want to repay the kindness of their parents.
3. Making a Vow
When you make a vow, you will be motivated to fulfil your vow. You become willing to devote yourself to that goal. The vow is, in fact, very strong energy; it can overcome countless obstacles. This is especially true when you make a vow out of compassion. Seeing the suffering and hearing the cries of sentient beings, Bodhisattvas bring forth immense compassion and vow to benefit all sentient beings.
Your wishes could be fulfilled more quickly when you have the power of vow. However, you need to be realistic and careful when making a vow. Do not make promise that you cannot keep; otherwise, you will be punished by Dharma Protectors and undergo retributions.
A person strongly motivated to keep a vow can overcome difficulties very quickly and can easily attains a higher level of spiritual practice.
You can start by making achievable vows, such as having a vegetarian diet two days a month, refraining from eating raw meat (including seafood) for the rest of your life, making donations to support the printing of Buddhist books etc.