Lyrical Pure Land Hymn

O boundless the land
Built by Amida’s hand,
O splendrous the sky
Of his fair paradise,
A beauty to behold,
A wonder to enjoy, 
An august afterlife 
For the faithfully wise,

Gleaming with purple
And paved with gold,
Groves of lush trees
Of lapis lazuli leaves,
Sweet beryl berries,
And scented petals 
Of agate and crystal, 

A gleaming dominion
Of glowing pavilions, 
Of lofty resplendence
And fragrant brilliance,
Pulling poor souls
Away from worldly woes
With a breeze of Bodhi
And blissful Samadhi!


All rights released into Public Domain, would appreciate if someone could adapt into song.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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