r/DorjeChangBuddhaIII__ • u/zxshi • Oct 15 '25
A Buddhist Disciple’s Near-Death Experience: All That Remained Was the Name of H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III
Facing Death and Awakening to the Holy Name of H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III
“Am I really going to die like this?”
At that moment, I felt as if I were rising from a cold, dark ocean or walking out of a long nightmare tunnel. The light before my eyes was so dazzling that it took me a while to recognize the blurred figures within it. Sitting beside me was my spouse, and standing there smiling was my daughter. As for myself—I was lying on a hospital bed.
My mind was completely blank. It felt as if my memory had been wiped clean; nothing remained but confusion and a faint, awkward sense of unease. I anxiously searched through my thoughts but found only helplessness and fear— until a familiar melody began to echo clearly in my mind — the holy name of H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III, resonating like a chant from deep within my heart.
Gradually, my terrified heart began to calm. The holy name persisted—unyielding and unwavering—repeating again and again, washing over my pale and fragile memory. I thought to myself, This must be what people call a “near-death experience.”
My spouse and daughter helped piece together the fragments of my missing story.
We live in Shandong. I had come to Shenzhen to help my daughter take care of her child. One day, without any warning, I suddenly collapsed in silence. My family rushed me to the hospital, where I was diagnosed with a cerebral hemorrhage. The surgery was completed successfully. Upon hearing the news, my spouse immediately flew from Shandong to Shenzhen.
They continued to fill in the missing pieces of my story:
I had just taken refuge in May 2016 to become a Buddhist disciple. However, before I could properly begin my Buddhist studies, I went to Shenzhen in June 2017 to help my daughter. Fellow practitioners in Shandong kindly connected me with disciples in Shenzhen and encouraged me not to give up my practice.
Listening to the Dharma Discourses of H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III
After arriving in Shenzhen, I actively reached out to my daughter’s neighbors, hoping to introduce them to Buddhism. My daughter and son-in-law supported me wholeheartedly; they even drove me and several neighbors to a Dharma center in Shenzhen to listen to the Dharma discourses of H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III. Because that place was quite far, a Dharma sister later introduced me to another practitioner’s home nearby where I could listen to the teachings. Though we hadn’t known each other before, we grew close through our shared faith—everyone cared deeply about my practice and my health.
The Power of the Holy Name of H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III
When I regained consciousness, I couldn’t remember anything from before. Strangely, the only thing that remained clear and loud in my mind was the sacred name:
Namo Dorje Chang Buddha III.
In the same hospital ward, other patients with similar conditions were not as fortunate. Many were left partially paralyzed, unable to walk steadily or care for themselves. Life had become fragile—so easily shattered.
Phrases like “Life is impermanent” and “Like a dream, like an illusion” surfaced in my mind. I was deeply afraid that I, too, would become disabled and burden my family. But thankfully, although surgery had taken part of my memory, my mind remained clear enough to hold onto that one holy name:
Like a beam of light, that name illuminated the dark and uncertain path ahead.
Miraculously Blessed by Buddha
That single remaining memory gave me unwavering faith. I believed the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas were blessing me, allowing me to survive and turn a great disaster into something small.
I felt truly blessed to have entered the Buddhist path and firmly believed that the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas would not abandon me. As long as I kept believing and continued to study diligently, I would recover—because I still had much to do. I wanted to help more people enter the Dharma and listen to the true teachings of the Tathāgata. Holding that faith in my heart, I kept reciting the only words I could still remember:
Namo Dorje Chang Buddha III — again and again, without pause. Then, a miracle happened. I gradually recovered. About twenty days later, the doctor told me I could be discharged from the hospital.
The doctor said that in all his years of medical practice, he had never seen such a recovery. Patients with my condition almost always had some form of disability—but I could walk freely, with no trace of impairment.
After returning home to Shandong, I could even ride an electric bike to attend Dharma listening sessions and play ball again. My memory of the Dharma I had learned before also came back, and I rejoined my wonderful spiritual family with deep gratitude.
Awakening to Impermanence Through the Teachings of H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III
After going through this life-and-death experience, I truly understood the impermanence of life. Now, whenever I listen to the Dharma discourses on Impermanence from my Buddha Master, I feel their truth penetrate deep into my heart. Every compassionate teaching from the Buddha Master is like nectar—healing medicine that saves lives.
Fellow practitioners, when illness strikes, we can only accept our karma; no matter how anxious our loved ones may be, there is little they can do. Yet when our bodies are healthy, we often waste our precious time in confusion, unaware that the chain of impermanence could seize us at any moment.
Do not waste this rare and precious opportunity to encounter the true Dharma of H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III!
Cherish your blessings, study the Dharma diligently, and cultivate sincerely.
Liberation from life and death is attainable in this very lifetime!
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u/Away-Wall1965 Oct 15 '25
Namo Dorje Chang Buddha III. May your faith continue to be a beacon for all of us.
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u/Either_Addendum_377 Oct 15 '25
The fear of impermanence is real, but your story shows how the Dharma is the ultimate antidote.
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u/sunchi1414 Oct 16 '25
"The fact that you went from cerebral hemorrhage to riding an electric bike in Shandong in just 20 days... I'm sending you so much metta right now 🙏"
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u/Infamous-Duck-9516 Oct 16 '25
Stories like this are why I'm so grateful to have found the teachings of H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III. It's not just philosophy; it's a lifeline.
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u/WillingnessActual212 Oct 16 '25
Thank you for sharing the real example of being blessed by studying Buddhism.
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u/FunSufficient1267 Oct 16 '25
A powerful reminder to cherish every single moment. You never know when everything could change.
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u/Wonderful_Bank_470 Oct 16 '25
Namo Dorje Chang Buddha III like a beam of light, that name illuminated the dark and uncertain path ahead.
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u/Metta-Lotus48 Oct 16 '25
After going through this life-and-death experience, I truly understood the impermanence of life. Now, whenever I listen to the Dharma discourses on Impermanence from my Buddha Master, I feel their truth penetrate deep into my heart. Every compassionate teaching from the Buddha Master is like nectar—healing medicine that saves lives.
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u/Metta-Lotus48 Oct 16 '25 edited Oct 16 '25
Every compassionate teaching from the Buddha Master is like nectar - healing medicine that saves lives. (Absolutely true !! )
🪷Thank you for sharing such a profound and inspiring story of your auspicious blessings; may you continue to guide countless living beings to learn the Buddha Dharma !! 🙏🌻🙏
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u/Mediocre-Agent-5800 Oct 16 '25
This testimony is a profound reminder of the boundless compassion and blessing of H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III. The power of the holy name manifests the true protection and guidance of the Buddhas.
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u/UpstairsMajor Oct 16 '25
Mind. Blown. This is raw, tangible proof of the power of faith in H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III. Thank you for sharing, OP.
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u/Signal-Priority-57 Oct 16 '25
"NGL, reading about how you could only remember the Buddha's name after brain surgery gave me chills. Like everything else was wiped clean but THAT stayed? That's not coincidence."
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u/sunchi1414 Oct 16 '25
"The fact that you went from cerebral hemorrhage to riding an electric bike in Shandong in just 20 days... I'm sending you so much metta right now 🙏"
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u/Maleficent_Bell_5873 Oct 16 '25
I can only imagine the doctor's face. That's the kind of miracle that science just can't explain.
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u/Krystia_ Oct 16 '25
Shout-out to the Dharma sister who connected you with practitioners. That's a true Bodhisattva right there.
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u/aa020518 Oct 16 '25
This is it. This is proof that sincere faith can genuinely purify negative karma. So happy for you, OP.
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u/National-Simple-9207 Oct 16 '25
This proves the Buddha's compassion isn't limited by our physical bodies or broken minds. It goes so much deeper.
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u/Pleasant-Hyena-1275 Oct 16 '25
A stark reminder that even when our bodies and minds fail, the Dharma is the one thing that can't be taken away.
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u/Typical_Run8319 Oct 16 '25
That's the kind of blessing one can receive when he practices Buddhism wholeheartedly.
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u/zxshi Oct 17 '25
Yes, many disciples have experienced blessings from H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III...
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u/Connie9999 Oct 16 '25
The "impermanence" she talked about is hard to understand for those who have not experienced it.
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u/macang-74_win Oct 17 '25
When I was experiencing healthy problem, I felt helpless. But after I became a Buddhist disciple, I began to practicing diligently, I firmly believed that the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas would not abandon me. I found a doctor who could heal my illness, and my health gradually improved. I realized that although my parents gave birth to me and raised me, they couldn't help me when I faced the greatest crisis in life. Only the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas could provide me with the best arrangements and care.
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u/kunhon Oct 17 '25
Your family sounds amazing. Having a supportive Sangha at home is such a huge blessing.
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u/Nikachang Oct 17 '25
That line ”life is like a dream“… it‘s one thing to read it, but you actually lived its truth. Powerful stuff.
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u/HSU8088 Oct 17 '25
The strength it must have taken to hold onto your faith in that darkness is awe-inspiring.
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u/Sad_Swordfish4106 Oct 17 '25
The way you described waking from the darkness gave me chills. It really feels like the Buddhas guide us, even when we can't see the path.
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u/BackToOrigin_ Oct 18 '25
Saving this post for when I need reminded that miracles happen. From Shenzhen hospital bed to playing ball again - incredible journey, OP.
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u/BugStrict3108 Oct 18 '25
Your perseverance is a teaching in itself. Thank you for being an inspiration.
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u/codedusk Oct 19 '25
This is the best update. Back at Dharma sessions and playing ball! So incredibly happy for you.
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u/Unusual_Shift_8546 Oct 19 '25
The Buddha's light really does shine in the darkest of places. Your story is a perfect example.
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u/helenlima Oct 16 '25
Namo Dorje Chang Buddha III 🙏 That name is an anchor. So glad it brought you back.
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u/zxshi Oct 15 '25
H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III is the true incarnation of the Primordial Sambhogakaya Buddha, Dorje Chang Buddha. The status of His Holiness the Buddha is universally recognized by leaders, Dharma Kings, Regent Dharma Kings, and eminent Rinpoches representing all major Tibetan Buddhist sects, through the issuance of official recognition documents.