A. Introduction:
As all beings have various afflictions (invariably 108 types of afflictions), we are reborn in the cyclic existence, going through limitless sufferings. The Buddhas and Bodhisattvas have eliminated each and every affliction, purified their minds and become the reliance for all beings. “I will offer the 108 lights for myself or loved ones, sincerely beseech for Amitābha’s blessings and guidance, eliminating all the afflictions in my body and mind, diligently cultivate, increase bliss and wisdom, purifying the 108 afflictions, having wisdom life after life, not falling into the 3 miserable realms, eventually attaining ultimate freedom. ”
B. What kind of virtues do donors create:
Dedication of merits to those seeking blessings, for supporting the monastery to propagate the Dharma to benefit all beings.
C. Monastery will acknowledge all donations by:
🪔 Dedication of merits from 21 Dec Evening Amitabha Buddha Sutra.
🪔 Dedication of merits from 22 & 23 Dec Amitabha Buddha Repentance.
🪔 Dedication of merits from 23 Dec Maha-Prajnaparamita Repentance.
🪔 Dedication of merits from 24 Dec "Three Times Observance" Grand Puja for the departed and living.
🪔 On the completion day of the puja, Sangha and all volunteers will light and offer 108 butter lamps, for those seeking blessings to have peace, safety, happiness and wisdom.
🪔 Dedication of merits to those seeking blessings to have: healthy body and mind, elimination of all sicknesses, karmic obscurations, and afflictions, all matters are auspicious, increase in bliss and wisdom, and swiftly attain Buddhahood.