The Gathering At The National Stadium
■Book 104 - A Plethora Of Scenic Splendours
■Written by GrandMaster Sheng-yen Lu
25,000 people attended the ritual held at the National Stadium, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on December 26, 1992 at 6.00 p.m.
China Press:
“The world renowned Vajra guru Master Lu Sheng Yen conducted the most explosive ritual. A sea of people filled the spectacular show for calamity eradication, merit accumulation, souls' deliverance......”
Sin Chew Daily:
“Living Buddha Lian Shen, a noted Buddhist master came to the Indoor Stadium of Kuala Lumpur to conduct a soul deliverance ritual. The grand occasion attracted a full crowd.”
Nanyang Sang Pao:
“A full capacity crowd gathered at the stadium to listen to Living Buddha Lian Shen's first propagation in Kuala Lumpur. He demonstrated the compassionate power of Buddhism.”
Sin Ming Daily:
“Using mercy to influence others, he helps to build a society full of peace and loving kindness.”
Communication Press:
“Buddhism has become part of our life...., purification of human minds and encouraging them to do good deeds..., more than 20,000 people participated.”
Just before 6 O' clock in the evening, the biggest indoor stadium in Malaysia was already filled to capacity, even the corridors and steps were occupied. Latecomers had to stand outside after the iron gate was closed. More than 25,000 people participated in the ritual and 5,000 of them took refuge there and then.
Officially declared open jointly by Deputy Finance Minister Dato Lu Ying You, and members of parliament cum Malaysia Chinese Association Chairman at self-governed district, Mr Chen Chai He, the ritual was an exceptionally grand occasion.
Big stadium, high roof, long steps, thousand lamps, males and females, young and old; what a fantastic sight!
“May all of you be well!” I said.
“Same to you, Grandmaster!”the crowd replied.
My throat was choked, I was unable to utter a word. The crowd remained silent. The time had stopped to facilitate the exchange of our feelings and thoughts.
During the ritual, many of them wept uncontrollably. Not that they were sad, injured or broken-hearted, they shed the tears of joy. The tears from the men, and women whether young or old were equally crystal-clear and glittering like the morning dew.
With radiating vigour, I started to deliver my sermon.
Once I started to speak, many people took refuge.
I talked about the truths in True Buddha School.
The truth in its pure land - Maha Double Lotus Pond.
The truth in my reaffirmation as a Buddha by Shakyamuni Buddha.
The truth in my cultivation with unceasing efforts and experiencing real manifestations.
The truth in Tantra, a true Buddhist dharma.
The truth in manifestation and knowing the level of achievement in my cultivation.
I had been to Maha Double Lotus Pond and saw my dharma body to be Padmakumara. This encounter is not fabricated. I have vowed that if this is a lie I shall be doomed to Avici hell (suffering without interval), and never be given a chance for transmigration.
Using my life, my full vitality, my unrivalled confidence, my sincere heart, my true realization, I guarantee that all of you will be reborn in the Buddha Pure Land and be enlightened as a Buddha, as long as you respect your teachers, treasure the dharma and cultivate personally.
The gathering at the Indoor Stadium was just like that of Spirit Vulture Peak.
It is said,
“That Living Buddha Lian Shen though exquisite, is capable of numerous changes.”
“When Living Buddha Lian Shen opens his mouth, many will take refuge. When he speaks again, even more will be enlightened.”
“The articles written by Living Buddha Lian Shen is peerless.”
I say it is too early yet. I shall impart the oral traditions of Tantra to the whole world at an opportune time. I shall use the fastest and most effective way to succour human beings.
My ultimate aim in life is none other than :
“Achieve self realization. And help others to gain enlightenment. And finally reach a perfect stage in cultivation.”
I do not mobilize the crowd, nor do I be subservient to them. It is not a kingdom of religions. I do it naturally without any hidden agenda.
When I am old, many people will be puzzled by my act. For I, Living Buddha Lian Shen will retire by throwing away all the fame and status achieved. I shall not attach to anything, for I have nothing. I shall be alone, may be accompanied by a lamp and a bed.
