The Tale of the Shining Golden Buddha
Today, I'd like to talk about the new video I've just uploaded. Please take a moment to watch/listen to it.
On an early autumn evening, as a gentle rain falls, a person receives an unexpected visit from the Shining Golden Buddha. That person is the narrator of this tale. The Buddha speaks of mysterious things: a pod of humpback whales chased by a dragon; the sun needing a spider’s thread.
It's easy to dismiss these things as impossible. But if you think about it, don't you agree that many unexplainable, mysterious events occur in the world we live in? Every day, every minute, every second, somewhere in the world, strange things begin and end. Illogical and unprovable phenomena take place. There are moments when two things, separated by time and distance, become connected.
The causes of some of those incidents are uncertain, and they defy scientific explanation. But this story is not science fiction; it's about the world our brains experience when it is unbiased. Our brains have truly complex structures, instantly understanding and governing a vast amount of knowledge and information, leading us to action and comprehension. Even now, with astronomical advances in brain science, scientists cannot fully unravel the intricate design of the brain.
So, perhaps, are those humpback whales really being chased by a dragon? Maybe the Buddha was actually there, experiencing each of these phenomena? Could the Buddha be saying, "There is nothing strange in the world"?
A mind can accept strange things as they are, just as strange things. With such a mindset, surely there would be nothing to fear. When something unusual happens, if we don't interpret it, create possible outcomes from it, rationalize it, or let our emotions be stirred, we can accept it simply as a wonderful thing—a precious, surprising gift.
The person in this story doesn't laugh off, doubt, crave, or reject any of the strange phenomena spoken by the Shining Buddha. They try their best to open their heart and accept it with their whole being.
What exactly was that golden speck the person found in the teacup after the Buddha departed? What do you think it was? I'm really curious to hear your opinions.
Thank you for reading. May your day be a good one.
