南无阿弥陀佛. NAMO AMITUOFO. なむ あみだ ぶつ. 나무아미타불. Nam Mô A Di Đà Phật.

Namo Amituofo (南无阿弥陀佛) is a phrase commonly used in Mahayana Buddhism, particularly in Pure Land practices. It is a form of homage and devotion to Amitabha Buddha, the Buddha of Infinite Light. The phrase roughly translates to "Homage to Amitabha Buddha," and chanting it is believed to bring the practitioner closer to being reborn in Amitabha's Pure Land, a realm of bliss and enlightenment.
It's often recited as a mantra to cultivate mindfulness, generate merit, purify karma and express faith in Amitabha's vow to help all beings achieve enlightenment.
Beliefs of Pure Land Buddhism:
Amitabha's Vows: Amitabha, a Buddha of Infinite Light and Life, made 48 vows in his path to Buddhahood. One of the key vows is that anyone who sincerely calls upon his name (Namo Amituofo) with faith and devotion will be reborn in the Pure Land. This is a realm free from suffering, where practitioners can continue their path to enlightenment without worldly distractions.
Rebirth in the Pure Land: The primary goal of Pure Land practitioners is to be reborn in Amitabha's Pure Land after death. It is believed that once reborn in this Pure Land, individuals can achieve Buddhahood much more easily due to the conducive environment for spiritual growth.
Nianfo (念佛): The most important practice in Pure Land Buddhism is chanting Amitabha's name (Namo Amituofo in Chinese, or Namu Amida Butsu in Japanese). This is known as "Nianfo" or "recitation of the Buddha's name." By chanting with a pure heart and mind, practitioners focus their thoughts on Amitabha and his Pure Land, accumulating merit and strengthening their connection to him.
Faith and Devotion: Pure Land Buddhism emphasizes the importance of faith in Amitabha Buddha and his vows. It is a path accessible to anyone, regardless of their spiritual capacity, by relying on Amitabha's compassion rather than solely one's own efforts.
Other Practices: While Nianfo is the central practice, Pure Land Buddhism often incorporates other traditional Buddhist practices such as meditation, ethical living, and the study of sutras like the Amitabha Sutra and Infinite Life Sutra.
Key Texts in Pure Land Buddhism:
The Amitabha Sutra: This short sutra describes the qualities of the Pure Land and the importance of faith in Amitabha. It is often recited in Pure Land temples and by practitioners.
The Infinite Life Sutra: This longer text elaborates on the vows of Amitabha Buddha, particularly his vow to create a Pure Land where beings can attain enlightenment easily.
The Contemplation Sutra: This sutra focuses on the visualization of Amitabha Buddha and his Pure Land, describing the process of attaining rebirth through both faith and meditative practice.
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