Spiritual Cultivation and Movement
Must dedication be aloud, or can I recite silently without disturbing roommates?
English translation draft · Based on the Chinese article. This is not a word-for-word translation approved by Master Shengyuan.
Silent recitation is fine. If others are sleeping or roommates would be disturbed, adapt to the setting rather than force sound. Scriptures and dedication may both be recited inwardly.
Where surroundings permit, I recommend audible recitation. Hearing your own voice can strengthen intention. That is the reasoning behind preferring voiced to silent and louder to softer. Even quietly audible recitation is good.
There is no need to shout until the throat suffers. Match your condition rather than force volume.
Pace need not be rushed either. Faster or slower, follow your rhythm and pronounce each word clearly. Sound and speed belong to circumstances, not one exclusive form that counts as proper practice.