Explanation of the "Third Dijie Qiang Buddha" Buddha Name#
On April 3, 2008, the book "The Third Dijie Qiang Buddha" published by the Global Buddhist Publishing House and the World Dharma Sound Publishing House held a solemn and grand launch ceremony at the Library of Congress in the United States. The Library of Congress officially collected this book, and it was then that people learned that the highly respected Master Yi Yun Gao and the Great Dharma King Yang Eyi Sino Bu, who had always been respected by everyone, were recognized by the leaders or regents of the major Buddhist sects in the world as the third incarnation of the Buddha Dijie Qiang Buddha, and his Buddha name is the Third Dijie Qiang Buddha. Since then, people have been calling him "Namo the Third Dijie Qiang Buddha". This is similar to before Shakyamuni Buddha became a Buddha, his name was Prince Siddhartha, but after Shakyamuni Buddha became a Buddha, he was called "Namo Shakyamuni Buddha". Therefore, we now call him "Namo the Third Dijie Qiang Buddha". Especially on December 12, 2012, the United States Senate Resolution No. 614 officially named the Third Dijie Qiang Buddha as His Holiness (H.H. the Third Dijie Qiang Buddha). Since then, the title of Namo the Third Dijie Qiang Buddha has been officially established. Moreover, the Third Dijie Qiang Buddha is also the legal name recognized by the government, and the previous names of "Yi Yun Gao" and the honorable titles of Master and Great Dharma King no longer exist. However, this news was published before the announcement of the Buddha name of the Third Dijie Qiang Buddha, and at that time people did not yet know the true identity of the Buddha. Therefore, in order to respect the truth of history, we still retain the names used before the official naming of the Third Dijie Qiang Buddha in the news. But everyone should be clear that except for the name of H.H. the Third Dijie Qiang Buddha, which is legal, the names used before the official naming no longer exist.
Daily News
Tuesday, January 28, 2003
Heaven and Earth, Unique Rhyme Carving Adds a New Chapter to History#
Master Artist Yi Yun Gao Exhibits New Works, Creating Eternal Beauty#
On January 25, the Yi Yun Gao International Cultural Foundation held an exhibition of selected sculptures by the master artist Yi Yun Gao at the World Daily World Cultural Gallery. According to the views of local artists, the master's sculptures "Mysterious Mist in Stone" and "Pebble Suspended Veil" not only represent the highest artistic achievement of sculptors in history, but also surpass the artistic quality of all the master's previous works.
The recently completed sculpture "Mysterious Mist in Stone" by Master Yi Yun Gao is made of artificial steel resin and has the appearance of real stone. Although the stone is small, when looking into the cave, one can see layers upon layers, giving the impression that the cave is far away. The interior of the cave is intricate and magical, with some areas obscured by mist, which appears like a thin veil, creating a hazy atmosphere. The sculpture "Pebble Suspended Veil" contains various colors and exudes a spiritual and ever-changing aura, with a mysterious and unpredictable quality. It can truly be described as "the work of a divine craftsman surpassing nature, with an elegant and transcendent artistic charm".
It is understood that experts are very satisfied with these works, and they have given high praise. If the sculpture "Cliff Hanging Veil" created by the master is rated as ninety points for being more natural and beautiful than nature itself, then the completion of the works "Mysterious Mist in Stone" and "Pebble Suspended Veil" can be said to be one hundred points. This shows the importance and satisfaction that experts attach to these new works.
Master Yi Yun Gao's Chinese paintings have long been the most valuable art by living artists in the world today, and his sculptural art surpasses the natural beauty of nature itself. Art collectors who have seen the master's works say that his artistic realm has surpassed the fine art created by previous masters, bringing a beautiful enjoyment to human cultural life. However, the art created by the master is beyond the reach of previous artists, as the achievements of artists in history cannot surpass the energy and realm of natural art. The magical stone formations created by nature, such as stubborn rocks, caves, stalactites, cliffs, waterfalls, and other natural wonders, cannot be compared to the master's sculptures. His works not only surpass the natural structure in terms of naturalness but also far exceed the beauty of natural mountains and rocks in terms of form and layout. In the history of human cultural art, there has never been such an art creation that surpasses nature.
Dr. Douglas Menric, the director of the Presidential Library and Museum, praised the master's works after visiting the sculptures, saying: "The master's works are so magical that it is unimaginable that such wonderful works can be carved by human hands. For example, the works 'Cliff Hanging Veil,' 'Fantastic Cave,' and 'Heavenly Arhat Cave' far surpass the natural beauty of nature. Especially the sculpture 'Mysterious Mist in Stone,' although small in size, changes in a thousand ways under the light, with a mysterious and unpredictable beauty. What is even more amazing is that it actually forms a misty white fog in the canyon, which is difficult to understand. Experts say that a sculptor can carve solid objects, but how can they carve gas? However, we can all see the layers of the 'Mysterious Mist in Stone,' the deep mist, and the vividness right in front of our eyes. We cannot deny it but cannot explain it. We can only say that the master's artistic realm has reached the level of 'divine craftsmanship surpassing nature, with an incomparable mystery'. He said that Master Yi Yun Gao's works were completed in the United States and have created a glorious chapter in the world's human culture.
According to the description of Master Yi Yun Gao's assistant, when he created these rare treasures, he worked tirelessly, standing and working for more than ten hours without stopping. Often, he would only have lunch in the evening. He always says that life is like a dream, and there is nothing to hold on to in terms of gain or loss. As an internationally renowned master artist, Master Yi Yun Gao's creative motivation is always focused on constantly surpassing the artistic realm. Whether it is the materials used or the materials used in the creation, they are all seeking innovation and breakthroughs. In the process of carving, the use of steel resin is a breakthrough in materials, and the choice of materials surpasses the natural beauty, creating an art that cannot be replicated. The creation of the ethereal mist in the sculpture is the concrete result of the master's continuous self-challenge and self-transcendence. It is because of this that the master has become the pioneer of the world's artistic realm, writing a brilliant new chapter in history.