Some people enjoy a smooth and happy life, while others face constant hardships — family discord, endless quarrels, and struggles. In fact, behind it all lies the law of cause and effect.
Does committing evil truly lead one to hell? Can good deeds offset sins and change destiny?
With the wisdom of The Earth Store Sutra, Grandmaster JinBodhi reveals how repentance and making amends can dissolve negative karma, guiding us toward compassion and liberation.
00:00:00 The Consequences of Evil Deeds: The Law of Cause and Effect | Earth Store Bodhisattva Chanting Class Day 2
00:00:05 “Earth Store Sutra” Chapter Four – The Karmic Effects of Sentient Beings of Jambudvipa
00:07:31 True story: the karmic retribution of hunting
00:25:07 Why do I feel sleepy when reading sutras, even though my body isn’t tired?
◎ Chanting
00:28:12 Chanting the Earth Store Bodhisattva’s Heart Mantra
01:23:28 Is it normal to have distracting thoughts while chanting?
01:25:02 The benefits of reciting sutras and mantras
01:26:32 How to escape hell?
01:35:27 Why do people make mistakes all the time?
01:38:35 Can good deeds offset past mistakes?
01:43:27 How to atone for the sin of fraud?
01:45:23 How to ask for forgiveness from the deceased?