The lyrics were written by Layman Benshan
Namo Amitabha!
Namo Amitabha!
The long road stretches far
How many sunsets have passed
Through storms I've witnessed life's vicissitudes
Fleeting glories tinge my temples with frost
Namo Amitabha!
Namo Amitabha!
Ah this life—
Bitter empty impermanent
A century's mist pondered deeply
Vain hustling in the fields of fame
Namo Amitabha!
Namo Amitabha!
Seize this human form practice early—
Lotus blooms
Return to peace in the West
Namo Amitabha!
Namo Amitabha!
Hardships and trials
So much confusion
Savor the myriad flavors of life
Karma comes and goes—a dreamlike illusion
Namo Amitabha!
Namo Amitabha!
Escape the cycle
Sail with compassion in the sea of awakening
A radiant path bathed in golden light
Diligent chanting breaks the wheel's turning
Steadfast faith unwavering vow—
Lotus blooms
Return to peace in the West