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For centuries the Great Buddha has been spreading words of enlightenment, peace, love, and tolerance. These messages have healed hearts torn by strife and bodies ridden in this evil laden world we find ourselves.
As the news we see every day becomes more depressing, the Buddha brings a ray of hope into our lives. By following his teachings and core values, we will realize that we can finally live in a world free of strife and conflict.
That is why the love for Buddha is the best gift we can pass onto the next generation. Maybe they will be able to fix this torn world. Here are some of the most inspiring songs about the Great Buddha, which are great for children of all ages:
He is Here for You and Me– Imee Ooi, Ven K. Dhammika & Woon Yoke Fun
If you have a problem
Don’t worry, hand it over to the Buddha.
Just listen to Him, and you will see the light.
to all the darkness and miseries
Gautama Buddha, He’s here for you and me.
By your side
Day and night
Rain or shine
Gautama Buddha, He’s here for you and me.
Welcome Him to our hearts till eternity
Don’t Be Angry– Imee Ooi & Woon Yoke Fun
If you’re angry
You’ll make yourself an ugly little child,
ugly little child
Put on a smile and cheer up.
Make your daddy and mummy proud.
La la la la la la la la
Anger scares your friends away.
La la la la la la la la
So, smile and brighten up your day.
Birth of the Buddha– Daniel Yeo
In the ancient land
A child is born
Once in a time so long.
And the gods and men.
So, they said
Homage to the Lord
Namo Tassa bhagavato arahato (Homage to that Lord, the Worthy One)
Samma-sambuddhassa (Perfectly enlightened by Himself)
Compassion– Imee Ooi & Woon Yoke Fun
Praise the Lord, Lord Buddha
Embrace the world with compassion
Praise the Lord, Lord Buddha<
Maha karuniko natho (The Lord, the Great Compassion)
Hitaya sabbapaninam (For the welfare of all beings)
It is Great to Give– Daniel Yeo
It’s great to give, and it’s a blessing to be able to give
It’s better for you to give than to always receive
Just like the Buddha, He perfected the act of giving.
I wish one day too, and I’ll be like Him.
To Love Is to Care and Be Kind– Imee Ooi
Be kind to all your friends and family.
Be kind to cats and butterflies and trees.
Don’t hurt the fishes swimming in the sea.
Here is what the Buddha says to me
To Love is to care for all living around us.
To Love is to be kind to all beings around us.
Pass It On– Daniel Yeo & Imee Ooi
There is a gift from Lord Buddha.
I like to share it with my family.
Share it with my friends.
and take it around the world
and share it with all beings
Pass it on, pass it on
Let the Buddha’s wisdom stay on.
Pass it on, pass it on
Let the Buddha’s love spread on.
Pass it on, pass it on
Let the Buddha’s compassion flow on
Pass it on, pass it on
Let the Buddha’s Teaching goes on and on.
Siddhartha Taught Me the Middle Way– Huang Jin Rui, Jina Lim & Toh Wei Qi
Siddhartha taught me the Middle Way.
Happiness isn’t too far away.
Not to the left
Not to the right
Balance is the guide.
Siddhartha taught me the Middle Way.
Happiness isn’t too far away.
Not too much work
Not too much play
Balance is the way
Keep your balance wherever you go.
Now wave goodbye to your sorrow.
Don’t wait until tomorrow.
Now I’ve learned what the Buddha says.
Happiness isn’t too far away.
Not to the left
Not to the right
Balance is my guide
Not too much work
Not too much play
Let’s walk the Middle Way!
Beneath the Bodhi Tree– Ng Kang Kee, Yeoh Pow Li, Daniel Yeo, Lim Shu Fen, Huang Jing Rui, Daniel Yeo, Lim Chee Wee, Ng Kang Kee, Jina Lim & Toh Wei Qi
Siddhartha sat beneath the Bodhi tree.
Tonight, His love will set you free.
No more sorrow let His wisdom shine.
Siddhartha’s search shall end tonight.
All creatures on Earth fled in fright.
Only brave Siddhartha sat tight.
Defeated Mara by His glory and might
Siddhartha’s search shall end tonight.
Gods and men sang in delight.
“The Teacher of gods and men has arrived”
Gods and men sang all night.
“The Buddha, our Lord, has arrived.”
The Metta Metta Song– Daniel Kwok
Metta Mama,
Metta Papa
Metta friends and enemies
Metta near and far
Metta I will spread High and low,
all around me.
Metta radiate, full of joy All around.
Metta I will spread High and low,
all around me.
Metta, I will keep in my mind, in my heart.
The Four Sights– Mei Tuck Foo, Jina Lim & Toh Wei Qi
Prince Siddhartha, please tell me why you grieve.
Outside the palace walls and fields of green
The lives of your people whom you have not seen
Prince Siddhartha, please tell me what you wish.
Prince Siddhartha, please tell me what you’ve seen.
Outside the palace walls and fields of green
An older man, a sick man, a dead man, and hermit
Prince Siddhartha, please tell me what you think.
Why does he grow old?
Why does he fall sick?
Why must people die?
And Who is that hermit?
Listen to these lovely songs with your kids and open their eyes to the beautiful delights of Buddha’s teachings. It’s never too early to preach messages of love. The earlier you begin, the deeper the message sinks in.
Help them meditate over the words, understand how Buddha’s message can help them on their path to enlightenment, and heal the entire world. Buddha’s letter was made for all people, both young and old. Heal the children, and you heal the world.
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