In the Larger Sutra of Immeasurable Life the Bodhisattva Dhamakara, who becomes Amida Buddha, declares to the Buddha Lokesvararaja his intentions to become a Buddha himself.

The Three Sacred Vows, refer to Dharmakara's pledge to:

1. Establish the most incomparable Vow in the world

2. Become a great provider and save the poor and suffering

3. Attain Buddhahood and have his Name heard throughout the ten quarters of the universe.