Sublime

In the Discourse on the Four Establishments of Mindfulness

The wise who always perceive the Self only, are neither satisfied nor angry whether they are celebrated or censured.

Even though you sit trying to have the right posture and counting your breath, it may still be lifeless zazen because you’re just following instructions; you’re not kind enough with yourself.

Whenever a need for recording your work of

It is the most difficult thing in this world to work and not care for the result, to help a man and never think that he ought to be grateful, to do some good work and at the same time never look to see whether it brings

you name or fame, or nothing at all.

“the path of the Bodhisattva:” I am the protector of the unprotected and the caravan-leader for travelers. I have become the boat, the causeway, and the bridge for those who long to reach the further shore. May I be a light for those in need of light. May I be a bed for those in need of rest. May I be a servant for those in need of service, for all

for wisdom and compassion.

SU CH’E says, “Sages don’t try to be above or in front of others. But when they find themselves below or behind others, the Tao can’t help but lift them up and push them forward.

Hui-neng says, “By merit is meant the respect and support of gods and people. When bodhisattvas practice charity, they seek nothing in return. Hence, the merit they receive is as immeasurable as the sky.”