When one begins to recite the Nembutsu, they began to appreciate the enormous amount of compassion available to them via the Amida Buddha's vow. As mentioned before, it's like an ocean, limitless in its amount. Something else interesting happens though as well when you recite the Nembutsu, the compassion begins to manifest in your life as well.
What do I mean by this? Simple. When you have faith in the amazing amount of compassion available to you, you can't help but feel more compassion towards others. It's not like you become a saint or anything. You are still the same unenlightened you, but you should be able to notice more compassion in your thoughts, words and actions towards others. If you don't then that's fine too. All that matters is the Namo Amida Butsu.
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