Mazu Poem21 |

The teachings of the Buddhas in all directions have spiritual communication.The boundless Buddhist teachings have great supernatural powers; sincerely praying will eventually lead to a response.Great disasters and calamities are not the same.When facing difficulties, there will be different experiences and outcomes.The red sun shines brightly in the sky.The red sun hangs high in the sky, shining.There are also noble people visiting the family.A noble person will come to the house.

If you sincerely and earnestly seek help from the deities and bodhisattvas, they will sense your sincerity and assist you in overcoming difficulties. This is very different from facing challenges without divine assistance. With the help of the deities, misfortune can be turned into fortune; their power is like the sunlight at noon, illuminating everything around you. It will provide immense protection for those who earnestly pray, and you will also have benefactors to help you through tough times.When you draw this fortune, it is important to sincerely pray to the deities for help. If you receive a response from the deities, you will be able to sense boundless divine power assisting you, and it will also guide benefactors to help you fulfill your wishes. However, since you are earnestly seeking the deities' assistance, do not forget to express your gratitude and fulfill your vows when your wishes are realized.Generally, divination poems often mention "the moon rising with brilliance," while this particular poem refers to "the red sun in the sky." The difference in brightness is immense, so how can the power of Buddhist teachings be underestimated?