Avalokiteshvara Spiritual Response Mantra

• No exact scriptural record: This mantra has no definite Buddhist scripture source in the traditional Tripitaka. It is said to be a “dream-bestowed mantra” of Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva (similar to a “terma” in Tibetan Buddhism), and it has been passed down because its responses were said to be extremely swift when recited by the faithful.
• Documented records: The earliest trace can be found in the Ming dynasty’s Jiaxing Tripitaka, Collection of Essential Daily Recitations of Various Sutras. Later, through the editing and promotion of Yunqi Qihong (Master Lianchi) and Master Ouyi Zhixu, it was formally included in the Daily Recitations of the Chan School.

1. Rescuing the suffering upon hearing their cries: Relying on the mighty vows and spiritual power of Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva, sincere recitation can quickly bring rescue and deliverance when encountering sudden accidents, peril, or danger.
2. Dispelling calamities and resolving misfortune: Resolves gossip, disputes, and unexplained illnesses in life, transforming negative energies.
3. Purifying and settling the mind: The first half of the mantra contains the Six-Syllable Great Bright Mantra (the essence of the Lotus Division), which can help calm anxiety and remove the many obstacles in practice and daily life.
4. Perfecting merit and virtue: Increases wisdom and broadens the heart-mind, making worldly resources abundant and fulfilling wishes as desired.

The original text is as follows:

Om. Mani Padme Hum. Mahāgnyāna.

Jidu tebada. Jite xiena. Weidali ge.

Sa’er wa’er ta. Bu’li sita ge. Na bu luo na.

Na bu li. Diu te ban na. Na ma lu ji.

Shuoluo ye svaha.