According to the scriptures, magic is a mystical power attained during meditation or transcendental practice. We often believe that only the Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, gods, ghosts, demons, fairies, genies and spirits (in general) have magical or supernatural power. In reality, we humans have magical power too. Magic is not limited to paranormal events or pseudoscientific occurence. Magic is everywhere in our lives. Only can we be able to recognize it if we are conscious of the world around us.
According to science, the body itself is a miracle. Tears flow when one is sad and laughter comes when one is happy. Hunger can be cured by food. Cold sensation can be alleviated by clothing. Are all these phenomena not magical? A woman’s mammary glands not only secrete milk but also vary the nutrient composition and amount according to the changing needs of the baby. Once the baby stops nursing, all milk production stops automatically. Is this not amazing? Magic is not limited to tricks and sorcery; it is everywhere. The change of the four seasons, the blooming and wilting of flowers, the changing faces of the moon, the large and small sizes of the animals, are they not all expressions of magical wonders?
The ultimate magical power is attained through enlightenment. When one is enlightened to the truth in all existence, he/she can maintain the mind without thinking towards the myriad objects and events encountered throughout the day. One knows all phenomena in the universe, yet one is not attached. Power obtained through enlightenment allows one to be totally liberated and free from the cycles of rebirth.
Among the different magical powers, some are good while others are evil. There is also a great variation of levels. What we all should aim for is the ultimate power of eradicating all defilement through the cultivation of wisdom. Once we have attained this ultimate power of eradicating all defilement through cultivation, we will be able to go through the birth and death process without being affected by the usual associated afflictions. We will be able to dwell in the serenity of Nirvana without being attached to its comfort. We will stay away from the extremes and walk the Way of Enlightenment.
To have magic, one must also have the mental discipline of patience. If we do not have adequate virtue of patience, we lose control easily. When we are then empowered by magic, we may be prone to misuse magic for attacking those we dislike. By doing so, magic is nothing but another sharp weapon for suppressing others. We must learn to be patient and never use magic unless absolutely necessary. Even then, any show of magic is strictly a means for upholding righteous truth and benefiting the world.
Namo Amitābha Buddha.
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EMPEROR ALAFIA ॐ
(World Venerable Grandmaster)
Order Of Truth, Incorporated
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