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But the Heart Sutra mantra, being also a dharani, is not subject to such restrictions. It is not secret but accessible to all who have the good fortune to encounter it. The word dharani means “to call to mind.” Like a memento, it reminds us of the teaching we have resolved to practice. But it is much more than that. It is also our guide. Thus, a
... See moreRed Pine • The Heart Sutra
Get rid of sayings, and people will be their own sages.
Red Pine • Lao-tzu's Taoteching
The Dzogchen Pönlop Rinpoche
Reginald A. Ray • In the Presence of Masters: Wisdom from 30 Contemporary Tibetan Buddhist Teachers
and finally Tung-shan, whose Dharma heir be became. His comments are quoted by Hung-lien. Ma-tsu(709-788), aka Tao-yi. Disciple of Huai-jang and proponent of the teachings that “the everyday mind is the Way” and “this mind is the Buddha.” Among his students were Nan-ch’uan, Pai-chang, and Ta-mei. His comments are quoted by Hung-lien. Madhyamaka.
... See moreRed Pine • The Diamond Sutra: The Perfection of Wisdom
Latent in the use of such an image is the mountain of the self. Just as Sumeru is the greatest object in any world, the self is the greatest conception of any mind.
Red Pine • The Diamond Sutra: The Perfection of Wisdom
The purpose of Master Linji’s work is to help us cease all our seeking and come back to ourselves in the present moment. That’s where we can find everything we’re looking for, whether it’s Buddha, perfect understanding, peace, or liberation.
Thich Nhat Hanh • Zen Battles: Modern Commentary on the Teachings of Master Linji
The Vajrayana consists of inserting the magnifying glass of the lama between the grace of the Buddhas and bodhisattvas and the mind of the disciples.1
Reginald A. Ray • Secret of the Vajra World
In the same way, Ajahn Chah helped his students by pointing out denial. To me he’d say, “Hey. You’re not paying attention today, are you?” To John, “Hey there, you think you’re meditating, but we can hear you snore.” And to Prasert, “You’re afraid of the ghosts near your hut. The closest thing I’ve seen to ghosts are these big white Western monks.”
... See moreJack Kornfield • The Wise Heart: Buddhist Psychology for the West
the guru appears to be kind and generous in the midst of conflict, in this degenerate time, you cannot ask for more.