Various Symptoms during Recitation of Buddhist Scriptures

Q 120:

Buddhist Practitioner Ask: Dear Master, during recitation of Buddhist scriptures, sometimes I experience burping, sneezing, tearing up, yawning, tingling in the scalp, and occasionally feeling very sleepy. Could you please explain the reasons behind these symptoms?

A 120:

Master Lu Answer: Burping, sneezing, itchy nose, abdominal gas during recitation are all normal reactions of the body's energy field functioning; Yawning during recitation is generally a sign of spiritual possession or the presence of a Bodhisattva; Tearing up during recitation is an expression of compassion, indicating a connection with the Bodhisattva's energy field (though tearing up after yawning is not counted in this category); Tingling in the scalp during recitation, accompanied by a cold sensation in the body, suggests the presence of karmic creditors and the need to recite Little Houses for them; Moreover, symptoms like a swelling sensation in the brow center, overall warmth, and tingling in the soles of the feet are positive signs after the meridians are opened.

Feeling sleepy during recitation: It could be due to overall fatigue, and in such cases, it is advisable to rest before continuing with recitation for better effectiveness; If sleepiness occurs only when reciting a specific scripture, it might indicate that the recitation is profound, akin to recharging, and the sensation of wanting to sleep is a comfort during energy absorption; If sleepiness occurs during the recitation of the Heart Sutra or Amitabha Pure Land Rebirth Mantra, it is important to note. Try to recite during the daytime when the sun's energy is abundant; If there is not only a desire to sleep but also symptoms like headaches or overheating, it suggests the presence of karmic creditors; If none of the above symptoms are present, and sleepiness persists during recitation, it requires perseverance, resisting drowsiness, and maintaining focus to progress in Buddhist practice.

关于念经时的各种症状

问 #120: 

台长您好！念经的时候有时打嗝、有时打喷嚏、有时流眼泪、有时打哈欠、有时头皮发麻、有时很困很想睡觉……请问都是什么原因？

答 #120:

答：念经时打嗝、打喷嚏、鼻子发痒、下腹通气等等，都是没关系的，是体内气场运作的正常反应；

念经时打哈欠一般是灵性上身或者是菩萨来了；

念经时流泪是慈悲心流露的表现，是接上了菩萨的气场了（但打哈欠之后流泪不算此类）；

念经时头皮发麻，如果同时身上发冷的话，那就是有要经者了，需要念小房子；

另外，像眉心发胀、浑身发热、脚底发痒等也都是气脉打通后的好症状。

念经时犯困：

可能是本来身体就很累了，这个时候最好不要念，因为效果会差点，可以先休息好再念；

如果只有念某种特定的经文才犯困，那也可能是该经文念得比较到位，就像充电一样，能量摄入时感觉很舒服，也会有想睡觉的感觉；

如果是念《心经》或者《往生咒》的时候犯困，那也要注意了，尽量在白天、晴天等阳气足的时候念；

如果不光想睡觉，还有头疼脑热等等不好的症状，那就是身上有要经者了；

如果没有上述症状，但就是一念经就犯困，那就要挺起精神来、坚持念经、抵抗睡魔、精进学佛。