Universal Worthy Bodhisattva Sutra

By William AltigThe Sutra of Deep Merit and Virtue

Philosophy

Spirituality and Religion

Length1h 39m

About this book

Summary

The Universal Worthy Bodhisattva Sutra is the closing text of the Threefold Lotus Sutra—the final benediction after 28 chapters of the Buddha's ultimate teaching. Here, the great Bodhisattva Universal Worthy (Samantabhadra) rides in on his six-tusked white elephant to vow protection for all who uphold the Lotus Sutra. This Blues interpretation brings that vow home to the heart. The cosmic imagery of celestial beings, dharani spells, and repentance practices is rendered in the direct, soulful language of the American Blues tradition—where confession, redemption, and protection aren't abstract doctrines but lived experience. If you've walked through the hard chapters of your life and need someone standing at your side saying "I got you"—that's Universal Worthy. That's this sutra. The ancient Chinese text meets the Mississippi Delta. The Bodhisattva's vow becomes a promise you can feel in your bones. By William Altig

Book information

Genre

Philosophy, Spirituality and Religion

Length

1 hr 39 mins

Publish date

Feb 14, 2023

Language

English

About the Author

William Altig

William Altig is a cultural translator and author whose blues interpretation of the Lotus Sutra draws on the rich tradition of African American spiritual performance. His work honors the text's history of oral transmission while engaging contemporary performance traditions including blues, gospel, spoken word, and theater. The complete translation is designed for performance and includes specific guidance for oral delivery, pacing, emphasis, and emotional resonance. Altig is available for readings, collaborative artistic projects, and educational workshops on dharma and the performing arts.View all Audiobooks by William Altig

1Opening: When The Buddha Said He Was Leaving

18The Vajra-Man Who Purifies The Six Senses

2The Buddha's Answer: I've Taught Before, But Let Me Teach Again

19The Joy Of Purification - Six Roots Clean At Last

3Who Is Universal Worthy And Where He Come From

20The Pure Lands Appear - Lands Flat As Your Hand

4Who Can Practice This And How Long It Takes

21A Prayer Before The Thrones

5The Infinite Size Of Universal Worthy

22The Vow To See Śākyamuni And Many Treasures