Upholding the Roots of Virtue
The Gathering of Bodhisattvas

At that time there was in the east, beyond sixty-eight thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Susthitamati, and within that universe resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Sky Family. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva great being by the name of Candra would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. Also this bodhisattva great being, Candra, had noticed the light and heard the sound of the clear voice. [F.57.b] Now he approached the perfect buddha Sky Family and asked, “Blessed One, whose is this clear voice that we hear, and to whom does this radiance belong?”

“Noble son,” replied the blessed thus-gone Sky Family, “sixty-eight thousand innumerable universes away from this buddha realm lies a universe known as Enduring. Within it resides the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he is delivering Dharma teachings that are known as the Bodhisattva Collection. The clear voice and radiant light both belong to that blessed one.”

“Blessed One,” the bodhisattva Candra then declared, “I shall travel to Enduring and go before the blessed Śākyamuni.”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “if you know that the time has come, then go.”

Having been granted permission, the bodhisattva Candra looked toward that blessed one, bowed his head to that blessed one’s feet in homage, and prepared to leave. The blessed thus-gone Sky Family then gave a hand-like kumuda flower to the bodhisattva Candra and said, “Noble son, offer this hand-like kumuda flower to the Blessed One. Tell him that the thus-gone one Sky Family inquires whether the Blessed One has encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether he remains healthy, strong, and at ease.” [F.58.a]

“Very well,” agreed the bodhisattva Candra, and so he left.

In an instant, as fast as an athlete can stretch out or bend an arm, the bodhisattva Candra arrived at the Kalandaka­nivāpa in the Veṇuvana by Rājagṛha. Going before the Blessed One, he bowed his head to the Blessed One’s feet in homage and then sat to one side. From there he addressed the Blessed One: “Blessed One, the thus-gone one Sky Family inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, and at ease. He also sends you this hand-like kumuda flower.”

The Blessed One received the hand-like kumuda from the bodhisattva Candra and asked, “Candra, has that blessed one encountered but little harm, is he strong and happy, and does he remain unchanged and well?”

“Indeed,” answered the bodhisattva, “that is how it is.”

At that time there was in the east, beyond forty thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Kṣitigarbha, and within that universe resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as the buddha King of Renowned Power. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva great being by the name of Wisdom Renown would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. Also this bodhisattva great being, Wisdom Renown, had noticed the light and heard the sound of the clear voice. [F.58.b] Now the bodhisattva Wisdom Renown went before the perfect buddha, King of Renowned Power, and having bowed his head to his feet, he asked, “Whose is this clear voice that we hear, and to whom does this radiance belong?”

“Noble son,” replied the blessed thus-gone King of Renowned Power, “forty thousand innumerable universes away from this buddha realm lies a world known as Enduring. Within it resides the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he is delivering Dharma teachings of the Bodhisattva Collection that satisfy the wishes of all sentient beings.”

“Blessed One,” said the bodhisattva, “I wish to go to that world, so that I may see, venerate, and serve that blessed one, and so that I may behold the incomparable bodhisattvas.”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “if you know that the time has come, then leave.”

Thus, having been granted permission, the bodhisattva Wisdom Renown bowed to that blessed one and prepared to journey to Enduring. The thus-gone King of Renowned Power then gave him a bundle of red sandalwood and said, “Noble son, offer this to the Blessed One, and ask him on my behalf whether he has encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether he remains healthy, strong, and at ease.” [F.59.a]

“Very well,” replied the bodhisattva Wisdom Renown, and as fast as an athlete can stretch out or bend an arm, he arrived at once, in one instant and in one moment, here in this world at the Kalandaka­nivāpa in the Veṇuvana by Rājagṛha. There he went to the place where the Blessed One was residing and bowed his head to the Blessed One’s feet. He then addressed the Blessed One: “Blessed One, the thus-gone King of Renowned Power inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, and at ease. He also sends you this bundle of red sandalwood.”

The Blessed One accepted the gift and said, “Wisdom Renown, is that blessed one in good health, is he strong, and does he remain unchanged?”

“Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty-nine thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Noble Moonlight, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha by the name of Great Radiance. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva great being known as Shining Disk would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. Also this bodhisattva great being, Shining Disk, had noticed the light and heard the sound of the clear voice. Now he inquired of the Blessed One, “Whose is this clear voice, and to whom does this radiance belong?” [F.59.b]

“Shining Disk,” replied the Blessed One, “in the west, beyond thirty-nine thousand innumerable universes, lies a universe known as Enduring. Within it resides the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he is delivering Dharma teachings that are known as the Bodhisattva Collection.”

The bodhisattva great being Shining Disk then announced to the Blessed One, “Blessed One, I wish to go to that universe so that I may see, venerate, and serve the blessed thus-gone Śākyamuni, and so that I may behold the bodhisattva great beings.”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “if you know that the time has come, then leave.” The blessed thus-gone Great Radiance then gave a great lotus flower to the bodhisattva Shining Disk and said, “Noble son, offer this great lotus flower to that blessed one, and ask him from me whether he has encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether he remains healthy, strong, and at ease.”

The bodhisattva Shining Disk then bowed his head to the feet of that blessed one. Having circumambulated him, he left. As fast as an athlete can stretch out or bend an arm he arrived at once, in one instant and in one moment, in the universe known as Enduring. There he went to the place where the Blessed One was residing and bowed his head to the Blessed One’s feet. [F.60.a] Then he said, “Blessed One, the thus-gone Great Radiance inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, and at ease. He also sends you this great lotus flower.”

The Blessed One received the lotus flower and then asked the bodhisattva Shining Disk, “Shining Disk, has that blessed one encountered but little harm, is he strong and happy, and does he remain unchanged?”

“Yes indeed, Blessed One,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty-eight thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Guiding Banner, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Banner of Certain Guidance. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva great being known as Infinite Jewel Armor would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. Also this bodhisattva great being, Infinite Jewel Armor, had noticed the light and the earth’s great tremor. Now he went before the blessed thus-gone Banner of Certain Guidance and, having bowed his head to that blessed one’s feet, asked, “Who is the source of this radiance and the great shaking of the ground? Whose is this clear voice?”

“Infinite Jewel Armor,” replied the Blessed One, “in the west, beyond thirty-eight thousand innumerable universes, lies a buddha realm known as Enduring. Within it resides the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect [F.60.b] buddha Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he is delivering Dharma teachings of the Bodhisattva Collection that are known as ‘Truly Satisfying the Wishes of All Sentient Beings.’ His is this radiance, and his is this clear voice.”

The bodhisattva Infinite Jewel Armor then addressed that blessed one, “Blessed One, I wish to go to that universe so that I may see, venerate, and serve the blessed thus-gone Śākyamuni, and so that I may behold the bodhisattvas.”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “if you know that the time has come, then leave.” Then the blessed one, the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Banner of Certain Guidance gave a garment of Kāśi silk to the bodhisattva Infinite Jewel Armor and said, “Offer this garment of Kāśi silk to that blessed one, and ask him on my behalf whether he has encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether he remains healthy, strong, and at ease.”

The bodhisattva great being Infinite Jewel Armor bowed his head to the feet of that blessed one and then departed. Having vanished from the universe Guiding Banner, he emerged in the world of Enduring. There he proceeded to the place where the Blessed One was residing, bowed his head to his feet, and sat to one side. From there he addressed the Blessed One: [F.61.a] “Blessed One, the thus-gone Banner of Certain Guidance inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, and at ease. He also sends you this garment of Kāśi silk.”

The Blessed One received the garment and then asked the bodhisattva great being Infinite Jewel Armor, “Infinite Jewel Armor, has that blessed one encountered but little harm, is he strong and happy, and does he remain unchanged?”

“Yes indeed, Blessed One,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty-seven thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Lotus Flower, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha called Splendor of Diverse Flowers. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed thus-gone one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Anantavīrya would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. Also this bodhisattva great being, Anantavīrya, had noticed the great light and heard the sound of the clear voice. Now he inquired of the blessed one, the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Splendor of Diverse Flowers, “Blessed One, whose power is this?”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “in the west, beyond thirty-seven thousand innumerable universes lies a buddha realm known as Enduring. Within it resides the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Śākyamuni. [F.61.b] Abiding and remaining present there, he is delivering Dharma teachings that are known as the Bodhisattva Collection. What you witness is his power.”

The bodhisattva Anantavīrya then addressed that blessed one, “Blessed One, I wish to journey to that universe and go before the blessed Śākyamuni.”

“Noble son,” replied blessed Splendor of Diverse Flowers, “if you know that the time has come, then leave.” Then the blessed one Splendor of Diverse Flowers placed a great lotus flower in the bodhisattva Anantavīrya’s hand and said, “Noble son, offer this great lotus flower to that blessed one, and ask him on my behalf whether he has encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether he remains healthy, strong, and at ease.”

The bodhisattva Anantavīrya then bowed his head to the feet of the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Splendor of Diverse Flowers, circumambulated him, and left. Having disappeared from that buddha realm he emerged all at once, in one instant and in one moment, in the world of Enduring, as fast as an athlete can stretch out or bend an arm. The bodhisattva great being Anantavīrya then proceeded to the city of Rājagṛha and the Kalandaka­nivāpa in the Veṇuvana. There he bowed his head to the feet of the Blessed One and, standing to one side, addressed the Blessed One: “Blessed One, the blessed thus-gone Splendor of Diverse Flowers inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, [F.62.a] and at ease. He also sends you this great lotus flower. Please accept this flower, Blessed One.”

The Blessed One received the lotus flower and asked, “Anantavīrya, has that blessed one encountered but little harm, is he strong and happy, and does he remain unchanged?”

“Yes indeed, Blessed One,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty-six thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Single Parasol, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha called Never Terrified. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This thus-gone one, worthy one, perfect buddha called Never Terrified had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Jālinīprabha would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. Also this bodhisattva great being, Jālinīprabha, had noticed the great light and heard the sound of the clear voice. He therefore went before that blessed one, bowed his head to his feet and asked, “Blessed One, whose is this radiance and clear voice?”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “thirty-six thousand innumerable universes away from here lies a universe known as Enduring. Within it resides the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he is delivering the Dharma teachings known as the Bodhisattva Collection. What you witness is his power.” [F.62.b]

The bodhisattva Jālinīprabha then addressed that blessed one: “Blessed One, I wish to go to the world of Enduring so that I may see, venerate, and serve the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Śākyamuni, and so that I may behold the bodhisattvas who have donned the inconceivable armor.”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “if you know that the time has come, then leave.” Then that blessed thus-gone one gave the bodhisattva Jālinīprabha ten full bushels of five-colored flowers and said, “Noble son, offer this to that blessed one, and ask him on my behalf whether he has encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether he remains in good health, healthy, strong, and at ease.”

The bodhisattva great being Jālinīprabha then bowed his head to the feet of that blessed one and left. Having disappeared from that buddha realm he emerged all at once, in one instant and in one moment, in the world of Enduring, as fast as an athlete can stretch out or bend an arm. He proceeded to the city of Rājagṛha and the Kalandaka­nivāpa in the Veṇuvana. There he bowed his head to the feet of the Blessed One and sat to one side. Then he addressed the Blessed One: “Blessed One, the thus-gone Never Terrified inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, and at ease. [F.63.a] He also sends you these ten full bushels of five-colored flowers. Please accept them, Blessed One. Blessed One, please accept them.”

The Blessed One received the gift and asked, “Noble son, has that blessed one encountered but little harm, is he strong and happy, and does he remain unchanged?”

“Yes indeed, Blessed One,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty-five thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Suviśuddha, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha called Jñānaśrī. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Jñānabala would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. Also this bodhisattva great being, Jñānabala, had noticed the great light and heard the sound of the clear voice. He therefore went before the blessed Jñānaśrī, bowed his head to his feet, and asked, “Blessed One, whose is this great radiance and whose is this powerful clear voice?”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “thirty-five thousand innumerable universes away from here lies a universe known as Enduring. Within it resides the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he is delivering the Dharma teachings known as the Bodhisattva Collection. What you witness is the expression of his power.”

The bodhisattva Jñānabala then addressed that blessed one: “Blessed One, I wish to go to the world of Enduring so that I may see, venerate, and serve the blessed thus-gone Śākyamuni, and so that I may behold [F.63.b] the bodhisattva great beings who have donned the inconceivable armor.”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “if you know that the time has come, then leave.” Then the thus-gone Jñānaśrī gave the bodhisattva great being Jñānabala a hand-like utpala flower and said, “Noble son, offer this to that blessed one, and ask him on my behalf whether he has encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether he remains healthy, strong, and at ease.”

Then the bodhisattva great being Jñānabala bowed his head to the feet of that blessed one and, as fast as an athlete can stretch out or bend an arm, he journeyed all at once, in one instant and in one moment, to the world of Enduring. There he proceeded to Rājagṛha and the Kalandaka­nivāpa in the Veṇuvana. Having bowed his head to the feet of the Blessed One, he sat to one side, and thus addressed the Blessed One: “Blessed One, the thus-gone Jñānaśrī inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, and at ease. He also offers you this hand-like utpala. Blessed One, please accept it.”

The Blessed One received the hand-like utpala flower and asked, “Noble son, has that blessed one encountered but little harm, is he happy and strong, [F.64.a] and does he remain unchanged?”

“Yes indeed, Blessed One,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty-four thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Display of Incense, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Sandalwood Fragrance. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Vimala would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. Also this bodhisattva great being, Vimala, had noticed the great light and heard the sound of the clear voice. He therefore went before the blessed one Sandalwood Fragrance, bowed his head to his feet, and asked, “Blessed One, whose is this radiance and clear voice?”

Noble son,” replied that blessed one, “thirty-four thousand innumerable universes to the west from here lies a universe known as Enduring. Within it resides the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he is delivering the Dharma teachings of the Bodhisattva Collection that are known as ‘Truly Satisfying All Sentient Beings.’ ”

The bodhisattva Vimala then addressed that blessed one: “Blessed One, I wish to travel to that universe and go before that blessed one.”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “if you know that the time has come, then leave.” Then the thus-gone Sandalwood Fragrance placed a block of sandalwood in the bodhisattva Vimala’s hand and said, “Noble son, offer this to that blessed one, and ask him on my behalf whether he has encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether he remains healthy, [F.64.b] strong, and at ease.”

The bodhisattva great being Vimala then bowed his head to the feet of that blessed one, circumambulated him, and left. He then emerged all at once, in one instant and in one moment, in the world of Enduring, as fast as an athlete can stretch out or bend an arm. He proceeded to Rājagṛha and the Kalandaka­nivāpa in the Veṇuvana, and there bowed his head to the feet of the Blessed One. Standing to one side, he addressed the Blessed One: “Blessed One, the thus-gone Sandalwood Fragrance inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, and at ease. He also sends you this block of sandalwood. Blessed One, please accept it.”

The Blessed One received the gift and asked, “Noble son, is that blessed one free from harm, is he strong, and does he remain unchanged and at ease?”

“Yes indeed,” replied the bodhisattva, “he is free from harm and is strong and unchanged. He remains at ease.”

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty-three thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Beyond Stain, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha called Reverent Eye. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Hitakāma would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. [F.65.a] Also this bodhisattva great being, Hitakāma, had noticed the great light and heard the sound of the clear voice. He therefore went before the blessed thus-gone Reverent Eye and asked, “Blessed One, whose is this radiance and clear voice?”

“Noble son,” replied that blessed one, “thirty-three thousand innumerable universes away from this buddha realm lies a universe known as Enduring. Within it resides the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he is delivering the Dharma teachings of the Bodhisattva Collection that are known as ‘Truly Satisfying All Sentient Beings.’ ”

The bodhisattva Hitakāma then addressed that blessed one: “Blessed One, I wish to go to the world of Enduring so that I may see, venerate, and serve the blessed thus-gone Śākyamuni.”

“Noble son,” replied that blessed one, “if you know that the time has come, then leave.” Then the thus-gone Reverent Eye placed a great and extraordinary king of lotus flowers in the bodhisattva Hitakāma’s hand and said, “Noble son, offer this king of lotuses to that blessed one, and ask him on my behalf whether he has encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether he remains healthy, strong, and at ease.”

The bodhisattva Hitakāma then bowed his head to the feet of that blessed one. Having disappeared from that buddha realm he emerged all at once, in one instant and in one moment, [F.65.b] in the world of Enduring, as fast as an athlete can stretch out or bend an arm. He then proceeded to Rājagṛha and the Kalandaka­nivāpa in the Veṇuvana, where he bowed his head to the feet of the Blessed One and sat to one side. Then he addressed the Blessed One: “Blessed One, the thus-gone Reverent Eye inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, and at ease. He also offers you this great king of lotuses. Blessed One, please accept it.”

The Blessed One received the gift and asked, “Hitakāma, is that blessed one free from harm, is he strong, and does he remain unchanged?”

“Yes indeed,” replied the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty-two thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Array of Infinite Jewels, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Ratnākara. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Highest Wisdom would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. Also this bodhisattva great being, Highest Wisdom, had noticed the great light and heard the sound of the clear voice. He therefore asked that blessed one, “Blessed One, whose is this radiance and clear voice?” [F.66.a]

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “thirty-two thousand innumerable universes away from this buddha realm there lies in the west a universe known as Enduring. Within it resides the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he is delivering the Dharma teachings of the Bodhisattva Collection that are known as ‘Truly Satisfying All Sentient Beings.’ ”

The bodhisattva great being Highest Wisdom then addressed the blessed thus-gone Ratnākara: “Blessed One, I wish to go to the world of Enduring so that I may see, venerate, and serve the blessed thus-gone Śākyamuni, and so that I may behold the bodhisattva great beings who have donned the inconceivable armor.”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “if you know that the time has come, then leave.” Then that blessed one gave the bodhisattva Highest Wisdom two handfuls of five-colored flowers and said, “Noble son, offer these two handfuls of five-colored flowers to that blessed one, and ask him on my behalf whether he has encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether he remains healthy, strong, and at ease.”

The bodhisattva Highest Wisdom then bowed his head to the feet of that blessed one. Having disappeared from that universe he emerged all at once, in one instant and in one moment, in the world of Enduring, as fast as an athlete can stretch out or bend an arm. [F.66.b] He then proceeded to the place where the blessed thus-gone Śākyamuni resided, bowed his head to his feet, and sat to one side. From there he addressed the Blessed One: “Blessed One, the thus-gone Ratnākara inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, and at ease. He also offers you these handfuls of five-colored flowers. Blessed One, please accept them.”

The Blessed One received the gift and asked, “Highest Wisdom, is that blessed one free from distress, and is he strong, at ease, and unchanged?”

“Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty-one thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Adorned with Incense, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Gandhahastī. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Precious Elephant would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. The bodhisattva great being Precious Elephant had also noticed the great light and heard the sound of the clear voice. He therefore went before the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Gandhahastī. Bowing his head to that blessed one’s feet, he asked, “Blessed One, whose are these powers?”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “thirty-one thousand innumerable universes away from this buddha realm there lies in the west a universe known as Enduring. Within it resides the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, [67a] he is delivering the Dharma teachings that belong to the so-called Bodhisattva Collection.”28

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva. [F.67.a]

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Vajragarbha, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Supreme Accumulations. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Possessor of the Stores of Wisdom would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty-two thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Variegated Banner, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Majestic Mountain. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Definitive Guide would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty-two thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Lotus Parasol, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Single Parasol. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Single Jewel Treasury would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty thousand innumerable universes, [F.67.b] a universe known as Constant Illumination, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Unhindered Wheel. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Wisdom Leader would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty-one thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Bhadra, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Sandalwood Fragrance. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Pursuer of Wisdom would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond twenty-nine thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Bhadraka, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Saṃvṛtta­skandha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Viśeṣamati would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty-one thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Śrīratna, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Jālinīprabha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Jñānaśrī would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood … [F.68.a]

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty-one thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Blissful Splendor, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Splendor of the Red Utpala. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Glorious Noble Lotus would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty-one thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Praśama, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Splendid Light of the Precious Wisdom Flower. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Supreme Array would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty-one thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Bhadraka, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Noble Moonlight. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Ratnaprabha would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty thousand innumerable universes, [F.68.b] a universe known as Kṣānti, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Destroyer of All Fear and Anxiety. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Niḥśaṅka would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirty thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Majestic Banner, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Majestic Mountain. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Demolished Mountain would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond twenty-nine thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Beyond All Suffering and Harm, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as King of Bliss. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Roaring Melody of Brahmā would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond twenty-nine thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Dharma, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Dharmākara. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Jñānākara [F.69.a] would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond twenty-nine thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Thorough Abidance, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Light Rays in the Ten Directions. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Light Rays in the Ten Directions would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond twenty-eight thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Samantaprabha, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Constant and Supreme Light Rays. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Samantāloka would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond twenty-eight thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Constant Incense, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Jñānaraśmi. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Sunetra would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond twenty-seven thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Fumes of Incense, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Noble Jewel. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. [F.69.b] This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Amitābha would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond twenty-seven thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Glorious Light of the Path, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Anantarāśmin. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Bhaiṣajyarāja would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond twenty-six thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Glory of the Highest Excellence, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Unhindered Melody. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Brahmāghoṣa would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond twenty-five thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Dharmabhadra, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Jālinīprabha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Vṛṣabha would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond twenty-four thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Padmavati, [F.70.a] and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Anantamati. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Wisdom Voice would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva. [B6]

At that time there was in the east, beyond twenty-three thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Suviśuddha, and within it resided a thus-gone one, a worthy one, a perfect buddha known as Infinite Array. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Ratnavyūha would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond twenty-two thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Utpala, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Infinite Leader. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Dharmodgata would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond twenty-one thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Consecrated Branches of Awakening, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Utpalaśrī. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Padmaśrī would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond twenty thousand innumerable universes, [F.70.b] a universe known as Consecrated Lotus, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Abiding Wisdom. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Perfect Jewel would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond nineteen thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Jñānabala, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Ratnamuni would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond eighteen thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Universal Renown, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Wisdom Renown. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Infinite Renown would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond seventeen thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Nirghoṣa, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as King of Sal Trees. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Jewel of Sal Trees would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, [F.71.a] beyond sixteen thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Candra, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Jewel of Sal Trees. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Thoroughly Hidden would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond fifteen thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Enduring, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Sārathi. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Excellent Chariot would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond fourteen thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Single Parasol, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Jewel Horse. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Horse of the Heavenly Bodies would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond thirteen thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Free of All Suffering, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Meaningful Expression. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Meaning Beyond Name would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, [F.71.b] beyond twelve thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Viśoka, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Śrīsaṃbhava. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Infinite Splendor would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond eleven thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Saṃvara, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as King of Fame. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Datta would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond ten thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Amoghadarśin, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Meaningful Subduer. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Meaningful Armor would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond nine thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Endowed with Incense, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Incense Light. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Ratnāloka would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond eight thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Roaring Melody of Brahmā, [F.72.a] and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Unstoppable Melodious Roar. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Undivided Armor would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond exactly eight thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Light Rays of the Disk of the Moon, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Light Rays of Powerful Renown. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Wisdom Renown would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond exactly eight thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Samantaprabha, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as King of Mount Meru’s Lofty Summit. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Jñānabala would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond exactly eight thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Ratnamaṇḍala, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Splendor of Superior Jewels. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Mahāsārthavāha would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva. [F.72.b]

At that time there was in the east, beyond exactly eight thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Dharma, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Padmaśrī. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Utpalaśrī would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond exactly eight thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Superior Lotus, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Superior Jewel. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Yaśodatta would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond exactly eight thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Kṣitigarbha, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Incense Light. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Royal Lord of the Earth would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond exactly eight thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Suvarṇa­prabhā, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Armor of Universal Renown. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Armor of the Renown of Wisdom would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva. [F.73.a]

At that time there was in the east, beyond seven thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Superior Knowledge, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Concealed Lord Who Is the Lamp Master of the Clouds. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Tārarāja would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond six thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Constant Masterful Expression, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Amitābha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Great Light would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

At that time there was in the east, beyond five thousand innumerable universes, a universe known as Light Maker, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Radiant Disk That Is the Source of Infinite Wisdom. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Guṇarājaprabha would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

Closer to here, there was a universe known as Lamp Maker, and within it resided a thus-gone one known as Numerous Manifestations. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Unimpeded Armor would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood.

Why, one might wonder, was this universe known as Lamp Maker? [F.73.b] In that universe there were innumerable great and vast pools of utpalas, kumudas, and white lotuses. Whenever a lotus flower would open and unfold its thousand petals, it would shine a light reaching eighty thousand leagues into the sky, and each petal of the lotuses would shine with a hundred thousand light rays, radiating above, below, and in all directions.

That universe was of a checkered design and adorned with jewel garlands and jewel threads. In each of the squares grew jewel trees that reached a height of seventy-seven thousand leagues. To the sides the trees would extend their branches, twigs, and leaves, spanning a distance of eighty-four thousand leagues, and on each tree grew eight hundred million jewels. In that buddhafield there were trees of this kind beyond number and count. All the lotus petals and jewels would shine with a constant brilliance, and yet their light was eclipsed by that of the Blessed One.

Now, the bodhisattva Unimpeded Armor had also noticed the great light and heard the sound of the clear voice. He therefore went before the blessed one Numerous Manifestations and asked, “Blessed One, whose is this radiance and clear voice?”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “in the west, beyond a thousand innumerable universes, lies a universe known as Enduring. Within it resides the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he is delivering the Dharma teachings that are known as the Bodhisattva Collection. What you witness is his power.” [F.74.a]

The bodhisattva then said to that blessed one, “Blessed One, I wish to go to that universe so that I may see, venerate, and serve the blessed thus-gone Śākyamuni.”

The blessed thus-gone Numerous Manifestations then placed a great lotus flower in the bodhisattva Unimpeded Armor’s hand and said, “Noble son, offer this to the Blessed One, and inquire with him appropriately on my behalf.”

Thus, having received his permission, the bodhisattva bowed his head to the feet of that blessed one. As fast as an athlete can stretch out or bend an arm, he disappeared from that world and arrived at once, in one instant and in one moment, here in the world of Enduring. There he went to the place where the blessed thus-gone Śākyamuni was residing, bowed his head to the Blessed One’s feet in homage, and said, “Blessed One, the blessed thus-gone Numerous Manifestations inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, and at ease. He also sends you this great lotus flower. Please accept it out of your love for us all.”

The Blessed One received the lotus flower and then asked, “Noble son, is that blessed one free from discomfort? Is he strong, happy, and does he remain unchanged?”

“Yes indeed, Blessed One,” answered the bodhisattva.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Variegated Banner. There resided the thus-gone Supreme Accumulations. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now handed his bodhisattva regent [F.74.b] Free from Disease29 a Dharma gift and dispatched him.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Universal Renown. There resided the thus-gone buddha Splendor of Numerous Flowers. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Meaningful Subduer.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Indestructible True Abode. There resided the thus-gone buddha King of Superior Flowers. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jewel Fire.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sandalwood Retreat. There resided the thus-gone Body of Jewels. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Ever-Present Roar.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Nectar-like. There resided the thus-gone Splendor of Meaningful Pronunciation. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Bearer of the Meaningful Armor.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Superior Medicine. There resided the thus-gone Limitless Qualities of the Armor of Diligence. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Receiver of True Blessings.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Thoroughly Adorned. There resided the thus-gone Serving as the Ornament of the Minds of All Sentient Beings Immediately upon the Generation of the Mind of Awakening. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Padmapāṇi. [F.75.a]

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Single Parasol. There resided the thus-gone Moon Garland. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Ratnavali.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Lotus Light Rays. There resided the thus-gone Luminous Disk. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Supratiṣṭhita.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Blissful Array. There resided the thus-gone Guṇarājaprabha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Stable Presence of All Good Qualities.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Array of Infinite Qualities. There resided the thus-gone Guṇapāramitā. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Renown of Infinite Qualities.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Universal Renown. There resided the thus-gone buddha Dīpaṃkara. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Totality of Activities.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Adorned by Gods. There resided the thus-gone King of Gods. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jñānākara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Excellent Pinnacle. There resided the thus-gone Source of Light. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. [F.75.b] This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Guṇākara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Bhadraka. There resided the thus-gone Abhaya. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Purifier of Existence.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Bhadra. There resided the thus-gone Son of Bhagirasa. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Attainer of Fearlessness.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Subhadra. There resided the thus-gone Abhaya. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Absence of Trepidation.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Padma. There resided the thus-gone Light Rays of the Supreme Lotus. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jñānapāṇi.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Utpala. There resided the thus-gone Splendor of the Wisdom Utpala. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Not Involved with Objects.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Superior Jewel. There resided the thus-gone Ratnākara. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Dharmākara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sucandra. [F.76.a] There resided the thus-gone Armor of Infinite Aspirations. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Spreader of Flowers.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Supratiṣṭhita . There resided the thus-gone Firm King of Infinite Qualities. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Dharmodgata.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Stable Forest. There resided the thus-gone Heap of Jewels. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Nectar King.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Endowed with Incense. There resided the thus-gone King of Sal Trees. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Viśeṣamati.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Padmaśrī. There resided the thus-gone Ratnaprabha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Sudarśana.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Merukūṭa. There resided the thus-gone Ratnakūṭa. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Agnidatta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Viśoka. There resided the thus-gone Array of Infinite Qualities. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Armor of Perfect Analysis. [F.76.b]

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Stable Presence of All Qualities. There resided the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha All-Seeing Roar. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Thoroughly Hidden.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Ratnāloka. There resided the thus-gone Light of the King of Mountains. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Supratiṣṭhita.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Adorned with All Good Qualities. There resided the thus-gone Infinite Leader. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Medicine.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Bodhyaṅgā­laṃkāra. There resided the thus-gone Superior Movement. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Special Intelligence of Excellent Concern and Attention.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Virajamati. There resided the thus-gone Splendor of the Growth of Precious Flowers. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Special Gift.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Megha. There resided the thus-gone Anantavikrāmin. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Attainment of Recollection.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Covered in Flower Nets. [F.77.a] There resided the thus-gone Bearer of the Armor of Caring for All Beings. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Viśeṣamati.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Nakṣatravali. There resided the thus-gone Superior Jewel Parasol. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Aśoka.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Ratnapuṣpa. There resided the thus-gone Supreme Accumulations. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Vṛṣabha.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Permeated by Incense. There resided the thus-gone Nectar Flower. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Gandhahastī.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Flower. There resided the thus-gone Ratnavṛṣabha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Vigataśoka.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Banner of Numerous Jewels. There resided the thus-gone Moon of Superior Glory. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Infinite Transformer.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Traversal. There resided the thus-gone Saha­cittotpāda­dharma­cakra­pravartin. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Irreversible Wheel. [F.77.b]

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sukhāvatī. There resided the thus-gone Universally Renowned. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Wisdom Renown.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Vajragarbha. There resided the thus-gone Kaliṅgarāja. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Viśeṣagāmin.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sukha. There resided the thus-gone Lamp of the Sun Disk. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Candra.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sukha. There resided the thus-gone Supreme Jewel. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Agnidatta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Ākara. There resided the thus-gone Śrījñānākara. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jñānaśrī.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Singularly Blissful. There resided the thus-gone Stable Presence of the King of Qualities. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Abhaya.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Parasol Garland of Blooming Flowers. There resided the thus-gone Unhindered Eyes. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. [F.78.a] This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Sunetra.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Vajragarbha. There resided the thus-gone Abhaya. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Rock.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Superior Moon. There resided the thus-gone Jñānaśrī. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Firm Strength.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Samantaprabha. There resided the thus-gone Splendorous King of the Luminous Sphere. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Special Action.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Lofty Banner. There resided the thus-gone Causal Intelligence. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Pure Cause.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Nirghoṣa. There resided the thus-gone Nārāyaṇa. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Sārathi.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Vimala. There resided the thus-gone Stainless Flower. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Bījadhara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Bhadra. There resided the thus-gone Vajra Wish. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. [F.78.b] This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Stainless Disperser.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as All Bliss. There resided the thus-gone Viśuddhamati. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Numerous Arrays.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Devoid of Any Suffering and Harm. There resided the thus-gone Benefactor. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Śrīhasti.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Totality of Infinite Qualities. There resided the thus-gone Armor of Perfect Analysis. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Supreme Array.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Equal. There resided the thus-gone Conqueror of the Enemy. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Unimpeded Armor.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Kṣānti. There resided the thus-gone Utpalaśrī. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Nityo­dyukta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Universal Lamp. There resided the thus-gone King of Renowned Power. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Candrarāja, having prophesied the latter’s awakening to unsurpassable, true buddhahood. [F.79.a]

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Constantly Illuminated. There resided the thus-gone Incense King of the Infinite Mountain. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jñānapāṇi.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Constant Adornment. There resided the thus-gone Flower Bouquet. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Amṛtaghoṣa.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as White Parasol. There resided the thus-gone Amitābha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Anikṣiptadhura.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Constant Adornment. There resided the thus-gone Becoming Man and Woman. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Infinite Roar.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Singular. There resided the thus-gone Splendor of Supreme Incense. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Gandhapāṇi.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sandalwood Fragrance. There resided the thus-gone King of Superior Jewels. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Manifold Light Rays.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Constant Incense. There resided the thus-gone King of Superior Jewels. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. [F.79.b] This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jewel Mountain.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Abundant Marks. There resided the thus-gone Wisdom Vision of the Wishes of All Beings. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Mahāsārthavāha.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Animitta. There resided the thus-gone Roar of Signlessness. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Disengaged from All Phenomena.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Buddha Flower Ornament. There resided the thus-gone Glorious Hidden Wisdom. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jñānaraśmi.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Blooming Flower. There resided the thus-gone Unimpeded Melodious Roar. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Sunetra.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Dṛḍha. There resided the thus-gone Sharp Moving Eyes. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Excellent Mind.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Dṛḍha. There resided the thus-gone Kāśyapa. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Ulkāpradīpa.

Situated beyond that universe was the universe [F.80.a] known as Parasol of the Blissful One. There resided the thus-gone Teacher of the Chief among All Objects of Perception. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Ear Flower.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Satya. There resided the thus-gone Siddhārtha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Satyadarśin.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Moon Possessor. There resided the thus-gone Glorious Source. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Ānanda.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Free from Harm. There resided the thus-gone Ghoṣa. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Glorious Flower.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Abhirati. There resided the thus-gone Conqueror of the Conceited View That Everything Exists. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Royal Leader.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Viraja. There resided the thus-gone Jñānaśrī. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Facing Flowers.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Nānāpuṣpa. There resided the thus-gone Tārarāja. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Suvibhakta. [F.80.b]

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Atyāyata. There resided the thus-gone Nectar Crest. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jewel Crest.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Abhaya. There resided the thus-gone Candana. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Śrībhadra.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Jālinīprabha. There resided the thus-gone Jālinīprabha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Ābhāsvara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Prabhā. There resided the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Roar of Brahmā. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Brahmāghoṣa.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Traversal. There resided the thus-gone Glorious Source of Nectar. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Amṛtaghoṣa.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Absence of Objective Perception. There resided the thus-gone Causing Delight in All Focal Points. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Unimpeded Armor.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Constant Renown. There resided the thus-gone Armor That No Sentient Being Can Destroy. [F.81.a] Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Unimpeded Armor.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Constant Possession of Patience. There resided the thus-gone Infinite Miraculous Display. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Uninterrupted Eloquence.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Vision. There resided the thus-gone Sarvadarśin. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Armor of the Absence of Signs.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Viewing. There resided the thus-gone Sarva­dharma­darśin. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Perfectly Pure Eye.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Source of All Qualities. There resided the thus-gone Source of Limitless Qualities. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Eye That Is Perfectly Pure.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Viraja. There resided the thus-gone King of Noble Wisdom. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Luminous Disk.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Covered by Utpalas. There resided the thus-gone Supreme Lotus. [F.81.b] Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Splendor of Red Utpalas.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Covered by Lotuses. There resided the thus-gone Above All. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Rising Above All.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Covered by Flowers. There resided the thus-gone Splendor of Growing Flowers. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Vanquishing All Doubts.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Dīpa. There resided the thus-gone Essence of Sentient Beings. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Nārāyaṇa.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Suprabha. There resided the thus-gone Jñānaraśmi. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Sukhākara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Blissful Splendor. There resided the thus-gone Wisdom Fire. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Supreme Jewel.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sukhāvatī. There resided the thus-gone Without Womb. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Dharmeśvara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Definitive Guidance. [F.82.a] There resided the thus-gone Bhaiṣajyarāja. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Supreme Doctor.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Without Color. There resided the thus-gone Undivided Armor. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Practice of Non-differentiation.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Abundant Colors. There resided the thus-gone Renown of Infinite Wisdom. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Source of Limitless Qualities, having prophesied the latter’s awakening to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Endowed with Lakes. There resided the thus-gone Splendid Sandalwood Fragrance. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Splendid Incense of Wisdom.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Anupamaśrī. There resided the thus-gone Incomparable Buddha Who Is a Splendorous Source of Flowers. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Truly Noble.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Endowed with Jewels. There resided the thus-gone Supra­tiṣṭhita­rāja. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Observing the Vows.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Deśi. [F.82.b] There resided the thus-gone Noble Moonlight. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Candra. [B7]

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sāgara. There resided the thus-gone Sārathi. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Intelligence Free from Suffering.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Abhirati. There resided the thus-gone Beautiful Body. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Rock.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Incense of Joy. There resided the thus-gone Dispeller of Sadness. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Renowned Conqueror of the Afflictions.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Presence of All Good Qualities. There resided the thus-gone Spiritual Teacher of Pleasant Voice. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jinamitra, having prophesied the latter’s awakening to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Presence of All Perfections. There resided the thus-gone Melodious Roar. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Dharmodgata.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Intelligence Free from Suffering. There resided the thus-gone Vigataśoka. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. [F.83.a] This blessed one now dispatched the bodhisattva Jewel Fire, having prophesied the latter’s awakening to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Melodious. There resided the thus-gone Glorious Noble Lotus. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Flower King.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Studded with Flowers. There resided the thus-gone Crest of Tossed Flowers. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Incense Splendor.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Vikhyāta. There resided the thus-gone Radiant Incense. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Niryāṇa.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Pakṣiṇī. There resided the thus-gone Revered Eyes. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Mahāpraṇidhāna.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Radiant. There resided the thus-gone Sender of Light. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Light of Homa.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Prabhā. There resided the thus-gone Mountain of Light. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Meru-like.

Situated beyond that universe [F.83.b] was a universe known as Jewel Light. There resided the thus-gone Ratnāloka. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Ratnadatta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Constant Fumes of Incense. There resided the thus-gone Twice-Marked Crest Bearer. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Twice-Marked Light, having prophesied the latter’s awakening to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Bhava. There resided the thus-gone Powerful Leader of the Three Realms. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Tribhava.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Abhirati. There resided the thus-gone Luminous Disk. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Abhayapradā.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Constant Observation. There resided the thus-gone Leader of the Sky Family. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Hastaka.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sukharāja. There resided the thus-gone Inexhaustible Leader. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one, worthy one, perfect buddha now dispatched the bodhisattva Glorious Source, having prophesied the latter’s awakening to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. [F.84.a]

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Total Relinquishment. There resided the thus-gone Sound of the Drum. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Incense Sender.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sukha. There resided the thus-gone Leader in All Regards. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched the bodhisattva Not Involved with Objects.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Vikhyāta. There resided the thus-gone Wisdom Renown. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Supreme Accumulations.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Lamp Sphere. There resided the thus-gone Supratiṣṭhita. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Parajana.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Single Array. There resided the thus-gone Buddha Leader. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Anupamamati.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Causing Delight. There resided the thus-gone Source of All Good Qualities. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Armor of the Characteristic of the Absence of Marks.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Joy. There resided the thus-gone Possessor of the Jewel of Infinite Qualities. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. [F.84.b] This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Perfectly Accurate Activity.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Nakṣatravali. There resided the thus-gone Glorious Noble Wisdom. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Proclaimer.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Array of Parasol Garlands. There resided the thus-gone Glorious Splendor of the Light of Noble Wisdom. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Sudatta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Lotus Flower. There resided the thus-gone Splendor of Growing Lotuses. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Source of Buddha Qualities.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Puṣpavati. There resided the thus-gone Leader of Finest Incense. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Wisdom Expander.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Studded with Kumudas. There resided the thus-gone Light Rays of the Moon Crest. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Sumerudatta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Viśala. There resided the thus-gone Gandhahastī. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Akṣobhya.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Supreme. [F.85.a] There resided the thus-gone Nectar Light. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Nectar Sound.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Gandhavati. There resided the thus-gone Padmakūṭa. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Flower.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Puṣpavati. There resided the thus-gone Splendor of Growing Lotuses. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Granted by the Crown.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Endowed with Campakas. There resided the thus-gone Candanaśrī. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Excellent Eye.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Ratnagarbha. There resided the thus-gone Ratnakūṭa. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Sudarśana.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Learning. There resided the thus-gone Supreme Learning. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Thoroughly Awakened.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Saṃvara. There resided the thus-gone Kṣemaṅkara. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva King of Bliss.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Supratiṣṭhita. [F.85.b] There resided the thus-gone Splendor of the Arising of Infinite Qualities. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Supratiṣṭhita.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Prabhā. There resided the thus-gone Luminous Crest. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Samantaprabha.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Incense of Joy. There resided the thus-gone Source of Limitless Qualities. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Guṇākara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sudarśana. There resided the thus-gone Glorious King of the Arising of All Good Qualities. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Endowed with Qualities.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Padmavati. There resided the thus-gone Glorious Source of Lotuses. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Concern for Generosity.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Draped with Nets of Gold. There resided the thus-gone Lamp Holder. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Not Craving for Fire.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Draped with Jewel Nets. There resided the thus-gone Splendid Noble Jewel. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. [F.86.a] This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Proclaimer in the City.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Abhirati. There resided the thus-gone Superior King. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Transformer of Everything Inopportune.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Single Parasol. There resided the thus-gone Tārarāja. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Nakṣatravali.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sky Family. There resided the thus-gone Infinite Mountain. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jewel Mountain.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Abhirati. There resided the thus-gone King of the Pure Ear Ornaments of Space. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Acintyaśrī.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Traversal. There resided the thus-gone Nectar Sound. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Aśoka.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Pure Incense Family. There resided the thus-gone Nectar Light. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Glorious Freedom from Suffering.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Suviśuddha. [F.86.b] There resided the thus-gone Jewel Mountain. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Pure Family.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Thorough Illumination. There resided the thus-gone Blooming Abundance of Precious Flowers. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Anantamati.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Glorious Power. There resided the thus-gone Supreme Accumulations. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Gavampati.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Ratnapuṣpa. There resided the thus-gone Armor of Pure and Stainless Liberation. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Prabhaṅkara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Appearing as Gold. There resided the thus-gone Golden Flower. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Vairocana.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Appearing as Gold. There resided the thus-gone Jewel Mansion. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Supratiṣṭhita.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Essential. There resided the thus-gone Source of Diverse Flowers. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Śūrdatta. [F.87.a]

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Liberated. There resided the thus-gone Light Rays of Liberation. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Maitreya.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Tossed Flowers. There resided the thus-gone Source of Flowers. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Blooming Flower Parasol.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Puṣpavati. There resided the thus-gone Flower Parasol. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Golden Parasol.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Padmavati. There resided the thus-gone Meaningful Armor. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Bearer of the Armor against Wrongdoing.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Puṣpavati. There resided the thus-gone King of Renowned Power. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Janaka.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Brahmāśrī. There resided the thus-gone Brahmāghoṣa. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Roar of Mañjuśrī, having prophesied the latter’s awakening to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Top Banner [F.87.b]. There resided the thus-gone Vṛṣabha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Pure Eye.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Crest. There resided the thus-gone Possessor of Infinite Accumulations. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Infinite Potential.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Gold. There resided the thus-gone Sārathi. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Sena.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Supratiṣṭhita. There resided the thus-gone Unimpeded Wheel. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Subduer of Transcendence.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Abhava. There resided the thus-gone Conqueror of All Realms. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Armor of Perfect Analysis.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as In Two Minds. There resided the thus-gone Conqueror of All Doubt. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Armor of Ascertainment Immediately upon Sight.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Jñānavara. There resided the thus-gone Roar of Signlessness. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva [F.88.a] Roar of Sight.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Stable Qualities. There resided the thus-gone Possessor of Infinite Qualities. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Subduer with Infinite Steps.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Stable Jewels. There resided the thus-gone Glorious Source of Jewels. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Vajra Subduer.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Nirghoṣa. There resided the thus-gone Superior Splendor. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jewel Flower.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Ratnākara. There resided the thus-gone Ratnavara. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Brahmottara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Source of Goodness. There resided the thus-gone Unimpeded Armor of Past, Future, and Present. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Stainless Army.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Suprabha. There resided the thus-gone Anantaprabha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Suvikrānta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Viśuddha. [F.88.b] There resided the thus-gone Jewel Mountain. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Great Mountain.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Candrapradīpa. There resided the thus-gone Sūryapradīpa. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Superior Glory of the Sun Lamp.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Color Heap. There resided the thus-gone Splendor of the Source of Wisdom. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Splendor of the Source of Stainlessness.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Ulkā. There resided the thus-gone Ulkāpradīpa. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Vardhamānamati.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Jñānākara. There resided the thus-gone Unsurpassable Light Rays. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Guṇākara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Lotus Parasol. There resided the thus-gone Jina. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Sound of the Drum.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Single Parasol. There resided the thus-gone Infinite Eyes. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Roar of Brahmā.

Situated beyond that universe [F.89.a] was a universe known as Direction. There resided the thus-gone Universal Lamp. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Light in the Directions.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sal Tree. There resided the thus-gone King of Sal Trees. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jyeṣṭha.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Supratiṣṭhita. There resided the thus-gone Siṃha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Niḥśaṅka.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Saṃbhāra. There resided the thus-gone Jewel Mountain. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Renown.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Padma. There resided the thus-gone Vipaśyin. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Megha.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as All-Holding. There resided the thus-gone Bhaiṣajyarāja. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Nectar King.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Śrībhadra. There resided the thus-gone Śrībhadra. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Subhadra.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe [F.89.b] known as Supratiṣṭhita. There resided the thus-gone Unmoved. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Guhagupta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Endowed with Incense. There resided the thus-gone Splendor of Supreme Incense. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Gandhaśrī.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Gandhaśrī. There resided the thus-gone Supreme Incense in Hand. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Padmagarbha.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sandalwood Fragrance. There resided the thus-gone Sandalwood Mansion. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Śrīgupta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Draped with Jewel Nets. There resided the thus-gone Anantavīrya. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Anantamati.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Puṣpavati. There resided the thus-gone Awesome Lotus King of Superior Flowers. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Boundless Roar.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Vairocana. There resided the thus-gone Possessor of the Jewel Net. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched [F.90.a] his regent, the bodhisattva Śūrdatta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Candrapradīpa. There resided the thus-gone Supra­tiṣṭhita­rāja. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Roar without Forgetfulness.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sandalwood Fragrance. There resided the thus-gone Supreme Incense in Hand. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Vibhūtidatta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Beyond Mind. There resided the thus-gone Accomplisher of All Happiness. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Hitakāma.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Variegated Incense. There resided the thus-gone Teacher of All Objects of Perception. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Infinite Aspirations.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Diversity. There resided the thus-gone Meaningful Fame. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Infinite Armor.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Vimala. There resided the thus-gone Supratiṣṭhita. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Maṇicuḍa.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sukhāvatī. There resided the thus-gone Splendor of the Array of Infinite Qualities. [F.90.b] Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Armor of Unimpeded Courage.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Single Lotus Parasol. There resided the thus-gone Array of Bliss. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jewel Crest.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Vimala. There resided the thus-gone Space Crest. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Pure Space Activity.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sukara. There resided the thus-gone Splendor of Supreme Excellence. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Excellent Victor.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Light Maker. There resided the thus-gone Infinite Leader. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Vṛṣabha.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Fragrant Flower. There resided the thus-gone Pure Eye. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Sunetra.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Supratiṣṭhita. There resided the thus-gone Sārathi. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Sāgara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Infinite Dimensions and Accumulations. [F.91.a] There resided the thus-gone Splendid Noble Mountain. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Limitless Intelligence.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Source of Joy. There resided the thus-gone Undefeatable Banner. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Invincible.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Matter. There resided the thus-gone Realization. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Abhaya.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Beyond Incense. There resided the thus-gone Infinite and Endless Incense Mountain. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Splendor of Supreme Incense.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as City. There resided the thus-gone King of the Pure Circle of the Moon. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Lamp Holder.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Supreme. There resided the thus-gone Supreme Mountain. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Supratiṣṭhita.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Joy. There resided the thus-gone Glorious Source of Joy. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Granted by Gentleness. [F.91.b]

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Prabhā. There resided the thus-gone Mountain of Purity. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jewel Mountain.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Beauty. There resided the thus-gone Glory of Beauty. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Glory of Great Beauty.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Fragrant. There resided the thus-gone Brahmā Glory. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Roar of Brahmā.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Banner of Indra. There resided the thus-gone Unhindered Eyes. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Indradatta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Dharmadhvaja. There resided the thus-gone Source of Limitless Qualities. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Guṇadatta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Acintyaśrī. There resided the thus-gone Śrītejā. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Accumulated Wisdom.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Diversity. There resided the thus-gone Fulfilment of Excellent Aspirations. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. [F.92.a] This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Infinite Aspirations.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as King of Adorned Cities. There resided the thus-gone King of the Pure Sphere. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Mountain of Purity.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Light of Wisdom. There resided the thus-gone Jñānagupta. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Splendor of the Source of Wisdom.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Mansion. There resided the thus-gone Mansion Army. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Wisdom Attention.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Incense of Wisdom. There resided the thus-gone Jñānakūṭa. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jñānākara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Universal Mountain. There resided the thus-gone Kāśyapa. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Universally Renowned.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Stable Qualities. There resided the thus-gone Master of Bliss. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Dharmadīpa. [F.92.b]

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Renowned Joy. There resided the thus-gone Supreme Purity. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Lord of Enduring.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as King of Superior Lotuses. There resided the thus-gone Superior Splendor. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Vimala.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Source of Infinite Qualities. There resided the thus-gone Leader Who Reveals the Wishes of Beings. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Dharmadīpa.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Joy. There resided the thus-gone Infinite Jewels. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Courageous.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Carefree. There resided the thus-gone Universal Champion of Exertion. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Armor of Constant Exertion.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Completely Authentic Presence. There resided the thus-gone Splendor of the Unimpeded Light Rays of the Superior Lotus of Awakening. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva King of the Roar of the Grounds.

Situated beyond that universe, beyond as many universes as there are grains of sand in the river Ganges, was a universe known as [F.93.a] World Endowed with All Qualities. There resided the thus-gone Leader Who Displays the Body of the Buddhas to All Māras. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva great being known as Bearer of the Armor of Courage That Comes from Roots of Virtue Definitively Directed toward All-Seeing Buddhahood would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. That bodhisattva great being had also noticed the great light and heard the sound of the clear voice. He therefore went before that blessed one, bowed his head to his feet, and asked, “Blessed One, whose is this radiance and clear voice?”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “in the west, beyond a thousand innumerable universes, lies a universe known as Enduring. Within it resides the thus-gone Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he is delivering Dharma teachings of the Bodhisattva Collection. What you witness is his power.”

The bodhisattva Bearer of the Armor of Courage That Comes from Roots of Virtue Definitively Directed toward All-Seeing Buddhahood then addressed that blessed one, “Blessed One, I wish to go to that world of Enduring, so that I may see, venerate, and serve the blessed thus-gone Śākyamuni and listen to his teachings.”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “if you know that the time has come, then leave.”

Then the bodhisattva Bearer of the Armor of Courage That Comes from Roots of Virtue Definitively Directed toward All-Seeing Buddhahood took up eight lotus flowers and cast them toward the world of Enduring and the place where the Blessed One was residing. The lotuses passed through all the universes and [F.93.b] landed precisely at the Kalandaka­nivāpa in the Veṇuvana by Rājagṛha, right where the Blessed One was residing. As the gatherings of the fourfold retinue of the blessed thus-gone Śākyamuni beheld the lotuses they were filled with wonder. The lotuses circled around the Blessed One three times and then landed before him. As soon as the Blessed One touched the lotuses with his right hand the bodies of bodhisattvas emerged from them. Those bodhisattvas then recited the following verses of praise, after which they disappeared:30 [B8]

As fast as an athlete can stretch out or bend an arm, the bodhisattva Bearer of the Armor of Courage That Comes from Roots of Virtue Definitively Directed toward All-Seeing Buddhahood now disappeared from that universe in an instant and emerged here in the world of Enduring. He proceeded to the place where the blessed thus-gone Śākyamuni was residing, bowed his head to the Blessed One’s feet in homage, and said, “Blessed One, the blessed Leader Who Displays the Body of the Buddhas to All Māras inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, and at ease.” [F.96.b]

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “is that blessed one free from harm, is he strong, and does he remain unchanged?”

“Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Aṅkita. There resided the thus-gone Roar Beyond Marks. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Melodious Roar of Brahmā.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Niravagraha. There resided the thus-gone Roar of Signlessness. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Worship with a Single Characteristic.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Seal without Characteristics. There resided the thus-gone Supreme Lotus. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Rain of Tossed Lotuses.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Moon Banner. There resided the thus-gone Glorious Source of Jewels. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Viśvakūṭa.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Maitreya. There resided the thus-gone Stainless Intelligence. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Nimindhara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Flower. There resided the thus-gone Source of the Flowers of Wisdom. [F.97.a] Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Stable Holder of the Earth.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Perfectly Pure Space. There resided the thus-gone Noble King of Splendor. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Ratnacchatra.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Animitta. There resided the thus-gone Praśānta. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Utpala.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Essence of Bliss. There resided the thus-gone Stainless Leader. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva No Being.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Vajragarbha. There resided the thus-gone Releaser of All Wandering Beings. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Profound Transformer.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Guṇākara. There resided the thus-gone Splendor of Inconceivable Qualities. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jagatīṃdhara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sukhāvatī. There resided the thus-gone Glorious Source of Joy. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Vijayasena. [F.97.b]

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Free from Harm. There resided the thus-gone Gone Fearlessly. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Hero.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Covered by Red Utpalas. There resided the thus-gone Instiller of Confidence. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Mountain of Supreme Confidence.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sārathi. There resided the thus-gone Seer of All. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Infinite Taming.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Great Accumulation. There resided the thus-gone Abhaya. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Vikrāmin.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Not Intimidated by Fears or the Fearsome. There resided the thus-gone Attainer of Fearlessness. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Universally Renowned.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Candra. There resided the thus-gone Candrapradīpa. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Pūrvaka.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Thorough Illumination. There resided the thus-gone Ulkā. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. [F.98.a] This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Fire Holder.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Prabhā. There resided the thus-gone Flaming One. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva King of Renown.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Excellent Guidance. There resided the thus-gone Radical Ascent. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Supreme Insight.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Endowed with Incense. There resided the thus-gone Supreme Jewel. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Highest Intelligence.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Vajra Source. There resided the thus-gone Vajra Subduer. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Guṇākara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Roaring. There resided the thus-gone Royal Master of Wisdom. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Nārāyaṇa.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Source of Joy. There resided the thus-gone Famed for the Power of Wisdom. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Renowned Aspiration.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Source of Bliss. There resided the thus-gone Saṃvara. [F.98.b] Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Royal Star.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Dawn. There resided the thus-gone Guṇarājaprabha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Sārthavāha.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Excellent Crest. There resided the thus-gone Śrībhadra. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Vijayasena.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Brahmāśrī. There resided the thus-gone Roaring Melody of Brahmā. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Ratnaśrī.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Puṣpavati. There resided the thus-gone Jewel Crest. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jewel Master.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Padmaśrī. There resided the thus-gone Glorious Source of Lotuses. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Padmaśrīgarbha.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Glorious Source. There resided the thus-gone Flower Bouquet. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jñānavīrya.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sukha. [F.99.a] There resided the thus-gone Sukharāja. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Kṣemaṅkara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Acyuta. There resided the thus-gone Glorious Noble Lotus. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Excellent Flower.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Constant Movement. There resided the thus-gone Susaṃ­vṛttas­kandha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Constant Joy.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Constant Trembling. There resided the thus-gone Nectar King. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Armor of Great Compassion.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Dṛḍha. There resided the thus-gone Abidance through Infinite Observations. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Supratiṣṭhita.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Characterized by Opportunity. There resided the thus-gone Infinite Leader. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Great Gathering.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Beryl Light. There resided the thus-gone Infinite Light Rays. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Armor of the Limitless Mind. [F.99.b]

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Suvarṇa­prabhā. There resided the thus-gone Infinite Eyes. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Great Eye.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Irreproachable. There resided the thus-gone Leader Regarding All Objects of Perception. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Nanda.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Covered by Parasols. There resided the thus-gone Leader of the Supreme and Infinite Gathering. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Definite Armor of Seeing Eyes.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Bearer of Garlands of Heavenly Bodies. There resided the thus-gone Tārarāja. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Padmaśrī.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Draped with Jewel Nets. There resided the thus-gone Tārarāja. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Padmaśrī.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Flower. There resided the thus-gone Splendor of Supreme Incense. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Padmapāṇi.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Endowed with Gold. There resided the thus-gone Splendor of Space. [F.100.a] Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Eye That Is Perfectly Pure.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Viśuddha. There resided the thus-gone Superior Splendor. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Eye.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Aśoka. There resided the thus-gone Speaker. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Prabhaṅkara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Tāra. There resided the thus-gone Superior Mountain. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Supratiṣṭhita.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Diverse Regent. There resided the thus-gone Unhindered Eyes. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Diverse Force.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Fumes of Incense. There resided the thus-gone Sāgara. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Sāgaramudrā.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Endowed with Incense. There resided the thus-gone Holder of Shooting Stars. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Vanquisher of Doubts.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sandalwood Incense. [F.100.b] There resided the thus-gone Crest of Twofold Characteristics. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Renowned Force.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Excellent Joy. There resided the thus-gone King of the Splendor of the Stainless Moon. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Conqueror of the Enemy.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Source of Joy. There resided the thus-gone Jñānaśrī. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Arthamati.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Vikhyāta. There resided the thus-gone King of Renowned Power. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Hero.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Endowed with Qualities. There resided the thus-gone Guṇarājaprabha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Arthamati.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Extremely Trained. There resided the thus-gone Jewel Fire. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Śūrdatta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Subduer of Doubt. There resided the thus-gone Source of the Vanquishing of Doubt. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. [F.101.a] This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Abhaya.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Endowed with Qualities. There resided the thus-gone Hereditary Offspring. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Lamp Holder.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Bhadraka. There resided the thus-gone Crest King. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Mitra.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Supreme Incense. There resided the thus-gone Source of Lotus Splendor. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Jñānottama.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Excellent Crest. There resided the thus-gone Great Radiance. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Friend of All.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Mahāmegha. There resided the thus-gone Maitreya. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Royal Star.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Luminous. There resided the thus-gone Lotus of Shining Light. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Dharmodgata.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Melodious. There resided the thus-gone Special Action. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. [F.101.b] This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Clearly Superior.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Abode of the Powerful One. There resided the thus-gone Anantavikrāmin. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Famed Friend.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Padma. There resided the thus-gone Superior Ocean Mountain. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Ratnākara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Joy. There resided the thus-gone Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Indra.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Always Adorned. There resided the thus-gone Amoghadarśin. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Glorious Courage.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Vikhyāta. There resided the thus-gone Unimpeded Melodious Roar. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Supratiṣṭhita.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Constant Expression. There resided the thus-gone Boundless Splendor of Qualities. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Proclaimer.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Banner of Sustenance. [F.102.a] There resided the thus-gone Undivided Armor. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Unimpeded Armor.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sandalwood Fragrance. There resided the thus-gone Anantaraśmi. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Vimalaśrī.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Guiding Banner. There resided the thus-gone Excellent Eye. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Ratnapāṇi.

These and innumerably many other bodhisattvas who were also held back by just a single birth arrived in this way at the Kalandaka­nivāpa in the Veṇuvana by Rājagṛha. Proceeding to the place where the Blessed One was residing, they bowed their heads to his feet. Prostrating exclusively to the Blessed One, they then found their place in the gathering.

At that time there resided in the south, beyond innumerable and unfathomable universes, a thus-gone one known as Single Jewel Treasury. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that after himself a bodhisattva great being by the name of Nakṣatravali would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. Also this bodhisattva great being, Nakṣatravali, had noticed the great light and heard the clear voice. Now he approached that blessed one, asking, “Blessed One, whose is this clear voice that we hear?”

“Nakṣatravali,” replied the Blessed One, [F.102.b] “to the north of here, beyond innumerable and unfathomable universes, lies a universe known as Enduring. Within it resides the thus-gone Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he is delivering Dharma teachings of the Bodhisattva Collection. In his retinue are bodhisattva great beings who bear an inconceivable armor. They have arrived there to receive the teachings. Nakṣatravali, in other worlds you will not find sentient beings who bear such an armor.”

“Blessed One,” said the bodhisattva great being Nakṣatravali, “I wish to go to that universe so that I may see, venerate, and serve the blessed one, the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Śākyamuni, and so that I may behold the bodhisattvas who bear that inconceivable armor.”

“Noble son,” replied the blessed Single Jewel Treasury, “if you know that the time has come, then leave. On my behalf, ask that blessed one whether he has encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether he remains healthy, strong, and at ease. But, noble son, act with mindfulness in that buddha realm. Why do I say so? Because, noble son, the bodhisattva great beings of that realm are hard to approach.”

The bodhisattva Nakṣatravali then prostrated to the feet of that blessed one, circumambulated him, and left. As fast as an athlete can stretch out or bend an arm, the bodhisattva Nakṣatravali now disappeared from that universe [F.103.a] and emerged here in the world of Enduring. Arriving at the Kalandaka­nivāpa in the Veṇuvana by Rājagṛha, he bowed his head to the feet of the Blessed One and said, “Blessed One, the thus-gone Single Jewel Treasury inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, and at ease.”

“Noble son,” answered the Blessed One to the bodhisattva Nakṣatravali, “is that blessed one free from harm, is he strong, and does he remain unchanged and at ease?”

“Yes indeed,” replied the bodhisattva.

Innumerably and unfathomably many other bodhisattva great beings, who like Nakṣatravali were held back by a just a single birth, similarly arrived from the south at the place where the Blessed One was residing. They bowed their heads to the Blessed One’s feet and found their place in the gathering.

Innumerably and unfathomably many other bodhisattva great beings, who also were held back by just a single birth, similarly arrived from the west at the place where the Blessed One was residing. They bowed their heads to the Blessed One’s feet and found their place in the gathering.

From the buddha realm of the blessed thus-gone Armor of Transcendent and Stainless Liberation Who Is Free from Hindrances regarding Past, Future, and Present arrived the bodhisattva Infinite Leader with the Armor of Revealing the Flower of Buddhahood, accompanied by innumerably and unfathomably many bodhisattva great beings. As this bodhisattva arrived in the world of Enduring, he proceeded to the place where the blessed thus-gone Śākymuni was residing. Having bowed his head to the Blessed One’s feet, he inquired whether the Blessed One had encountered but little harm and distress [F.103.b] and then sat to one side.

“Noble son,” asked the Blessed One, “what purpose did you perceive in coming to this world of Enduring?”

“Blessed One,” replied the bodhisattva, “I have come to this place by the blessing of the thus-gone ones. But, Blessed One, although I am present in this universe, I still perceive all other realms of the world. I see all the thus-gone ones and I see all the bodhisattvas. Bodhisattvas do not think, ‘We should go to a different universe. We should meet another thus-gone one.’ And why? Because they remain in one world, yet perceive all thus-gone ones. Thus, Blessed One, it is simply due to the thus-gone ones’ cultivation of the mind of awakening, and because of their powers, that we have arrived in this universe. All the other bodhisattvas who are present here have likewise arrived due to the past aspirations of the thus-gone ones, and because of their powers.”

Now arrived innumerably and unfathomably many other bodhisattvas, all held back by just a single birth, from the western buddha realms of thus-gone ones such as Nectar Flower, Nectar Light, Unfathomable Array, Unfathomable Light Rays, Amitābha, Unfathomable Leader, Unfathomable Subduer, Single Heavenly Body, Nakṣatravali, Ratnacchatra, Tārarāja, Luminous Disk, King of Light, Splendor of Superior Light Rays, Infinite Light Rays, Vṛṣabha, Subjugating Infinite Leader, [F.104.a] Unhindered Melody, Light Rays of Great Clouds, Jālinīprabha, Light Rays of the Buddha Flower, Flower of the Lotus Leader, King of Mountains, Lord of Moon Qualities, Great Radiance, Susaṃ­vṛttas­kandha, Amoghadarśin, King of the High Summit, and King of the High Lotus Summit. Arriving in the world of Enduring, they proceeded to the Kalandaka­nivāpa in the Veṇuvana by Rājagṛha and the place where the Blessed One was residing. There they bowed their heads to the Blessed One’s feet and sat to one side.

At that time there was in the north, beyond innumerable and unfathomable universes, a universe known as Nakṣatravali. There resided the thus-gone Propagator of the Meaningful Name. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Definite Armor of Turning the Irreversible Dharma Wheel Immediately upon Rousing the Mind would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. That bodhisattva had also noticed the great light and heard the sound of the clear voice. He therefore went before the blessed Propagator of the Meaningful Name and asked, “Blessed One, to which thus-gone one does this omnipresent light and clear voice belong?”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “to the south of this buddha realm, [F.104.b] beyond innumerable and unfathomable universes, lies a universe known as Enduring. There resides the thus-gone Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he is delivering a Dharma teaching known as the Bodhisattva Collection. His is the light and the clear voice. Bodhisattvas who bear an inconceivable armor have taken birth in that buddha realm, and merely pronouncing their names will destine the bodhisattvas in the ten directions for certain unsurpassable and perfect awakening.”

“Blessed One,” said the bodhisattva Definite Armor of Turning the Irreversible Dharma Wheel Immediately upon Rousing the Mind to the thus-gone Propagator of the Meaningful Name, “I wish to travel to that world of Enduring, the buddha realm of the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Śākyamuni.”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “if you know that the time has come, then leave. Ask that blessed one on my behalf whether he has encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether he remains healthy, strong, and at ease.”

The bodhisattva then bowed his head to the feet of that blessed one and circumambulated him. Then, as fast as an athlete can stretch out or bend an arm, he disappeared from that universe and arrived at once, in one instant and in one moment, in the world of Enduring. There he proceeded to the place where the blessed Śākyamuni was residing, bowed his head to his feet in homage, [F.105.a] then sat to one side and said, “Blessed One, the blessed Propagator of the Meaningful Name inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, and at ease.”

“Noble son,” asked the Blessed One in return, “is that blessed one free from harm, is he strong and happy, and does he remain unchanged?”

“Yes indeed, Blessed One,” answered the bodhisattva.

In this way there arrived from the north innumerably and unfathomably many bodhisattva great beings, all held back by just a single birth. They came from the buddha realm of the blessed thus-gone Propagator of the Meaningful Name, the buddha realm of the blessed Meaningful Subduer, and the buddha realms of blessed ones such as Meaningful Leader, Meaningful Light Rays, Anantavīrya, King of Sal Trees, Infinite Endeavor, Jewel of Sal Trees, Single Parasol, Array of Heavenly Bodies, Ratnākara, Sandalwood Mansion, Light of Sandalwood Incense, Anantaprabha, Jālinīprabha, Mountain of Purity, Unhindered Eyes, Infinite Eyes, Ratnasaṃbhava, Glory of All, Splendorous Source of Buddha Flowers, Susthitamati, Anantavikrāmin, Meaningful Glory, Subjugating Jewel, Infinite Armor, Infinite Array, Light Rays of the Space Sphere, Roar of Signlessness, Nectar King, Niśaṅka, He Whose Body Hairs Never Rise in Fear, Guṇarājaprabha, Flower of Accomplishing Avalokiteśvara’s Mind, Sky Family, Sky Roar, and Roar of the Arrays of Space. [F.105.b] Arriving in the world of Enduring, they proceeded to the Kalandaka­nivāpa in the Veṇuvana by Rājagṛha and the place where the Blessed One was residing. There they bowed their heads to the Blessed One’s feet and sat to one side.

At that time there was in the direction below, beyond innumerable and unfathomable universes, a universe known as Perfectly Pure Sphere of Space. There resided the thus-gone Great Eye. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Hereditary Son would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. That bodhisattva Hereditary Son had also noticed the great light and heard the sound of the clear voice. He therefore went before the blessed Great Eye and asked, “Blessed One, to whom belongs this pervasive light and clear voice?”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “above this buddha realm, beyond innumerable and unfathomable universes, lies a universe known as Enduring. There resides the thus-gone Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he teaches the Dharma. What you witness is his power. That thus-gone one is now delivering a Dharma teaching that belongs to the Bodhisattva Collection and is known as ‘Truly Satisfying All Sentient Beings by Eliminating Their Doubts.’ What you witness is his power. Bodhisattva great beings who have donned the great armor and possess an incomparable intent have gathered in his retinue so that they may listen to his Dharma teaching. Merely pronouncing their names will destine sentient beings to unexcelled and perfect awakening.”

“Blessed One,” said the bodhisattva great being Hereditary Son, [F.106.a] “I wish to go to that world of Enduring so that I may see, venerate, and serve the blessed thus-gone Śākyamuni.”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “if you know that the time has come, then leave. On my behalf, ask that blessed one whether he has encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether he remains healthy, strong, and at ease.”

Then the bodhisattva great being Hereditary Son bowed his head to the feet of that blessed one and, as fast as an athlete can stretch out or bend an arm, he disappeared from that universe and instantly emerged here in the world of Enduring. Arriving at the Kalandaka­nivāpa in the Veṇuvana by Rājagṛha, he proceeded to the place where the Blessed One was residing and said, “Blessed One, the thus-gone Great Eye inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, and at ease.”

Noble son,” asked the Blessed One in return, “is that blessed one free from harm and distress in his buddha realm, and is he happy?”

“Yes indeed, Blessed One,” answered the bodhisattva Hereditary Son.

In this way arrived innumerably and unfathomably many bodhisattva great beings, all held back by just a single birth. They came from the buddha realms of thus-gone ones, worthy ones, perfect buddhas such as Great Eye, Supreme Splendor, Source of Lotus Splendor, Lion Glory, Siddhārtha, Śrīgupta, Lion Jaws, Supra­tiṣṭhita­rāja, Brahmā Mountain, Viśuddhanetra, [F.106.b] Amogha­pada­vikrāmin, Gandhahastī, Incense Splendor, Incense Mountain, Limitless Eyes, Gandhakūṭa, Jewel Mountain, Supratiṣṭhita, Supra­tiṣṭhita­rāja, King of Sal Trees, Holder of the Luminous Sphere, Ulkā, Ulkāpradīpa, Armor of Perfect Analysis, Siṃha, Leader of Beings, and King of Supreme Stable Presence.

Arriving in the world of Enduring from such innumerable and unfathomable buddha realms, they proceeded to the Kalandaka­nivāpa in the Veṇuvana by Rājagṛha and the place where the Blessed One was residing. There they bowed their heads to the Blessed One’s feet and sat to one side. [B9]

At that time there was in the direction above, beyond innumerable and unfathomable universes, a universe known as Light of Sandalwood Incense. There resided the thus-gone Superior King of the Infinite Field. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Unfathomable Roar would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. That bodhisattva Unfathomable Roar had also noticed the great light and heard the sound of the clear voice. He therefore went before the thus-gone Superior King of the Infinite Field, and bowed his head to that blessed one’s feet. He then asked, “Blessed One, [F.107.a] to whom belongs this pervasive light and clear voice?”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “below this buddha realm, beyond innumerable and unfathomable universes, lies a universe known as Enduring. There resides the thus-gone Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he teaches the Dharma. In his retinue have arrived bodhisattva great beings of incomparable intent who wish to listen to the Dharma.”

“Blessed One,” said the bodhisattva Unfathomable Roar, “I wish to travel to that world of Enduring, the buddha realm of the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Śākyamuni.”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “if you know that the time has come, then leave. Ask that blessed one on my behalf whether he has encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether he remains healthy, strong, and at ease.”

The bodhisattva then bowed his head to the feet of that blessed one and circumambulated him. Then, as fast as an athlete can stretch out or bend an arm, he disappeared from that universe and arrived at once in the world of Enduring. There he proceeded to the Kalandaka­nivāpa in the Veṇuvana by Rājagṛha and the place where the blessed Śākyamuni was residing, bowed his head to his feet in homage, sat to one side, and said, “Blessed One, the blessed Superior King of the Infinite Field inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, and at ease.” [F.107.b]

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “is that blessed one free from harm, is he strong, and does he remain unchanged?”

“Yes, indeed, Blessed One,” answered the bodhisattva.

In this way there arrived innumerably and unfathomably many bodhisattva great beings, all held back by just a single birth. They came from the buddha realm of the thus-gone Superior King of the Infinite Field, the buddha realm of the blessed thus-gone King of Superior Diligence, and the buddha realms of other blessed ones such as Conqueror of All Doubt, Sunakṣatra, Divākara, Prabhaṅkara, Mountain of Light, Prabhāmaṇḍala, Pure Light, Parasol of Nourishment, Parasol of Incense, Ratnacchatra, Sandalwood Mansion, Śrīharṣa, Meruskandha, Ratnaprabha, King of Sal Trees, Brahmā Glory, Viśuddhanetra, Niśaṅka, He Whose Body Hairs Never Rise in Fear, Infinite Jewel Armor, Unsurpassable Light Rays, the thus-gone Light Net Crest, and the thus-gone King of Causes. Arriving in the world of Enduring, they proceeded to the Kalandaka­nivāpa in the Veṇuvana by Rājagṛha and the place where the Blessed One was residing. There they bowed their heads to the Blessed One’s feet and sat to one side.

At that time there was in the southeast, beyond innumerable and unfathomable universes, a universe known as Splendid Source of Buddha Lotuses. There resided the thus-gone Splendid Display of the Body of All the Buddhas. [F.108.a] Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Vigataśoka would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood. That bodhisattva had also noticed the great light and heard the sound of the clear voice. He therefore went before the thus-gone Splendid Display of the Body of All the Buddhas, prostrated to him, and asked, “Blessed One, whose is this light and clear voice?”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “in the northwest, beyond innumerable and unfathomable universes, lies a universe known as Enduring. There resides the thus-gone Śākyamuni. Abiding and remaining present there, he teaches the Dharma. Presently he is delivering the Dharma teaching known as the Bodhisattva Collection to a gathering of bodhisattva great beings who bear an inconceivable and incomparable armor.”

“Blessed One,” said the bodhisattva, “I wish to travel to that world of Enduring so that I may see, venerate, and serve the blessed thus-gone Śākyamuni.”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “if you know that the time has come, then leave. On my behalf, ask that blessed one whether he has encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether he remains healthy, strong, and at ease.”

The bodhisattva Vigataśoka then bowed his head to the feet of that blessed one, and as fast as an athlete can stretch out or bend an arm, he arrived in an instant here in the world of Enduring. [F.108.b] There he proceeded to the place where the blessed Śākyamuni was residing, prostrated, and sat to one side. Then he addressed the Blessed One: “Blessed One, the blessed Splendid Display of the Body of All the Buddhas inquires whether you have encountered but little hardship or discomfort, and whether you remain healthy, strong, and at ease.”

“Noble son,” replied the Blessed One, “is that blessed one free from harm, is he strong, and does he remain unchanged?”

“Yes, indeed, Blessed One,” answered the bodhisattva.

In this way arrived innumerably and unfathomably many bodhisattva great beings from the buddha realms of thus-gone ones such as Splendid Display of the Body of Buddhas Beyond Observation, Leader of the Lotus Array, Jālinīprabha, Source of Buddha Flowers of Limitless Light, Jewel Sal Tree, Precious Moon Leader, Nectar King, Medicine, Jñānottama, Superior Armor, Highest Mountain, Saha­cittotpāda­dharma­cakra­pravartin, Heap of Flowers, Spreader of Flowers, Light Rays of Constant Beauty, Unsurpassable Light Rays, Immovable Subjugator, Subjugating Steps, Subduer with Infinite Steps, Infinite Aspiration, Aprameya­prati­bhāna, Infinite Leader, Certain Aspiration, Changing the Womb, Aspiration Bringing Flawlessness, Armor of Observing, Buddha Sky, and Glorious Source. [F.109.a] Arriving here in the world of Enduring, they bowed their heads to the Blessed One’s feet and sat to one side.

At that time there was in the southwest, beyond innumerable and unfathomable universes, a universe known as Excellent Auspiciousness. There resided the thus-gone Amoghasiddhi. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Sarvartha­siddha would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

In this way arrived innumerably and unfathomably many bodhisattva great beings, all held back by just a single birth, from the buddha realms of blessed thus-gone ones such as Armor of Accomplishment, Śikhin, Armor of Stable Presence, Infinite Armor, Armor of Marks, Infinite Armor,34 Universal Armor, Dīpaṃkara, Prabhaṅkara, Single Treasury, Bodyless, Jālinīprabha, Anantavīrya, Summit, Superior Summit, Luminous Disk, Vipaśyin, Propagator of the Meaningful Name, Destroyer of All Fear and Anxiety, Light of the King of Infinite Qualities, Vanquisher of All Attacks, Sarva­māra­viśayasa­mati­krānta, Fathomless Flower, Amṛtaṃdhara, Unfathomable Melodious Roar, Raśmikūṭa, Glorious Light, Possessor of the Free Sphere of Nonduality, Radiant Flower of the Realization of Immortality, Amṛtaghoṣa, Mountain of Light, Sudarśana, Sunetra, Supreme Accumulations, [F.109.b] Jewel Flower, Ratnākara, Moon Flower, Armor of All Beings, Transformer of All Essences, Boundless Acumen, Free from Dispute and Anxiety, and Courageous Engagement with All Objects of Perception. Arriving in the world of Enduring, they proceeded to the place where the Blessed One was residing. There they bowed their heads to the Blessed One’s feet and sat to one side.

At that time there was in the northwest, beyond innumerable and unfathomable universes, a universe known as Sandalwood Incense. There resided the thus-gone Radiant Incense. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had consecrated a bodhisattva known as Samantabhadra to be his regent …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

In this way arrived innumerably and unfathomably many bodhisattva great beings, all held back by just a single birth, from the buddha realms of blessed thus-gone ones such as Radiant Incense, Gandhahastī, Incense Leader, Incense Mansion, Jālinīprabha, King of Light Rays, King of Superior Lotuses, Buddha Leader, Infinite Leader, Excellent Armor, Splendid Armor Bearer, Spreader of Flowers, Flower Parasol Garland, Flower Mansion, Golden Flower, Incense Flower, King of Mountains, Armor That Excels among All Sentient Beings, Rendering All Beings Flawless, Armor of Excellent Action, Constant Spreader of Light Rays, Glorious Source of the Spreading of Lotus Flowers, [F.110.a] Ratnajāla, Superior King, Pervading All Buddha Realms with a Single Parasol, Tārarāja, Susaṃ­vṛttas­kandha, Susaṃ­prasthita­rāja, Gandhavati, Leader of Infinite Wisdom, Bearer of the Meaningful Armor, Amoghadarśin, Unhindered Eyes, Immutable One Endowed with the Original Generation of the Mind, Infinite Eyes, Lord of Lamps, Samantāloka, Jyotiraśmi, Acumen That Does Not Leave Out Any Being throughout All Buddhafields, Stainless and Pure Subjugator, and Subduer with Infinite Steps. Arriving in the world of Enduring, they proceeded to the place where the Blessed One was residing, bowed their heads to his feet, and sat to one side.

At that time there was in the northeast, beyond innumerable and unfathomable universes, a universe known as Progression. There resided the thus-gone one, the worthy one, the perfect buddha Dispeller of All Suffering. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one had prophesied that a bodhisattva known as Propagator of the Meaningful Name would awaken to unsurpassable and perfect buddhahood …

… “Yes, indeed,” answered the bodhisattva.

Situated beyond the universe Progression of the blessed thus-gone Dispeller of All Suffering, and other such realms, there was a universe known as Aśoka. There resided the thus-gone Vigataśoka. [F.110.b] Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Great Light, with a Dharma gift.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Joy. There resided the thus-gone Glorious Source. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Infinite Hands.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Guṇākara. There resided the thus-gone Guṇarājaprabha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Constant Intelligence.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Draped with Golden Nets. There resided the thus-gone Supreme Mountain. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Lion Mountain.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Gandhaprabhāsa. There resided the thus-gone Instiller of Confidence. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Ghoṣadatta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Ratnakūṭa. There resided the thus-gone Kaunḍinya. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Glory of the Two Marks.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Dṛḍha. There resided the thus-gone Glorious Power. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Brahmādatta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Utpala. [F.111.a] There resided the thus-gone Splendor of the Red Utpala. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Padmākara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Kumuda. There resided the thus-gone Source of Kumudas. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Abhaya.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Nirghoṣa. There resided the thus-gone Revered Eyes. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Unsurpassable Splendor.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Incense Array. There resided the thus-gone Supreme Accumulations. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Suvrata.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Illumination. There resided the thus-gone Amitābha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Śrīgarbha.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sandalwood Incense. There resided the thus-gone Noble Moonlight. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Universal Lamp.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Illumination. There resided the thus-gone Universally Renowned. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva King of Renowned Power. [F.111.b]

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Candra. There resided the thus-gone Star King Mastering the Gatherings. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Renowned Force.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Samantāva­bhāsa­ketu. There resided the thus-gone Śrī Amitābha. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Stainless Crest.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Incense Light. There resided the thus-gone Supreme Mountain Without Pride. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Victorious and Protected.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Abhaya. There resided the thus-gone Abhaya. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Janendra.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Saṃvara. There resided the thus-gone Śrīsukhākara. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Viśeṣamati.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Amitābha. There resided the thus-gone Glorious Source of Activity with Infinite Qualities. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Lokendra.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Adorned. There resided the thus-gone Adorned with All Qualities. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. [F.112.a] This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Partaking of Bliss.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Draped with Lotus Nets. There resided the thus-gone Flower King. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Splendor of the Noble Source of Flowers.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Vicitradhvajā. There resided the thus-gone Undefeatable Banner. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Banner Beyond Defeat.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Dṛḍha. There resided the thus-gone Light Rays of Hidden Mastery. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Utterly Hidden.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Joy. There resided the thus-gone Noble King of the Terrifying Lotus. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Wisdom Medicine.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sukha. There resided the thus-gone Source of Undivided Activities. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Undivided Activities.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Joy. There resided the thus-gone Chosen Roar. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Blazing Roar.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Blissful Splendor. [F.112.b] There resided the thus-gone Perfectly Pure Sphere of Space. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Supreme Mountain.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Abhirati. There resided the thus-gone Melody of the Definite Roar Beyond Marks. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Roar of the Seer.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Source. There resided the thus-gone Superior Splendor. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Kimbhīra.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Endowed with Brahmā. There resided the thus-gone Brahmā Glory. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Offered by Brahmā.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Endowed with Incense. There resided the thus-gone Unhindered Antidote. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Indradatta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Padmavati. There resided the thus-gone Mountain of Light. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Sāgara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Dīpaṃkara. There resided the thus-gone Lamp Maker. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Light Rays of the Clouds.

Situated beyond that [F.113.a] universe was a universe known as Melodious. There resided the thus-gone Light Rays of the Supreme Lotus. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Dharmākara.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sukhāvatī. There resided the thus-gone Renowned. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Merudatta.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Supratiṣṭhita. There resided the thus-gone Renowned Friend. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Lion-like Subjugator.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Sal Tree. There resided the thus-gone King of Royal Sal Trees. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Crest of Royal Sal Trees.

Situated beyond that universe was a universe known as Illumination. There resided the thus-gone Anantaraśmi. Abiding and remaining present there, he taught the Dharma. This blessed one now dispatched his regent, the bodhisattva Amogha­pada­vikrāmin.

In this way there arrived from the northeast innumerably and unfathomably many bodhisattva great beings, all held back by just a single birth. Upon their arrival they bowed their heads to the feet of the blessed thus-gone Śākyamuni, circumambulated him, and presented numerous offerings. While keeping their gaze upon the Blessed One, they each found their place in the gathering. Now the world had become completely filled with gods, nāgas, yakṣas, kinnaras, mahoragas, [F.113.b] and bodhisattva great beings of immense and inconceivable powers, bearers of the incomparable armor. There were so many that in the end there was not even room enough to place an extra staff. No one there felt intimidated by the others. Instead, everyone kept ardently gazing at the Blessed One, yearning to listen to the Dharma.