Good morning everyone,
Today I’m sharing with you the words of a really peaceful chant which comes from Plum Village, the monastery in France founded by Buddhist master Thich Nhat Hanh. Its aim is to help dispel suffering. It's lovely to listen to so I’m going to add a link to the actual chanting by brother Phap Niem. Just listening to this really peaceful chant can help dispel anxiety and bring about some instant personal peace. Its focus is really our old friend Mindfulness.
Plum Village Great Bell Chant
"May the sound of this bell penetrate deep into the cosmos
Even in the darkest spots
Living beings are able to hear it clearly
So that all suffering in them cease
Understanding comes to their heart
And they transcend the path of sorrow and death.
The universal dharma door is already open
The sound of the rising tide is heard clearly
The miracle happens
A beautiful child appears in the heart of a lotus flower
One single drop of this compassionate water
Is enough to bring back the refreshing spring to our mountains and rivers.
Listening to the bell
I feel the afflictions in me begin to dissolve
My mind calm
My body relax
A smile is born on my lips
Following the sound of the bell
My breath brings me back to the safe island of mindfulness
In the garden of my heart
The flowers of peace bloom beautifully."
I do hope you enjoy it and have a peaceful day. 🙏
Quotation for Wednesday 17th June 2020