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The little book of BuddhismThree qualities enable people to understand the teachings: objectivity, which means an open mind; intelligence, which is the critical faculty to discern the real meaning by checking the teachings of Buddha; and interest and commitment, which means enthusiasm. Anything that contradicts experience and logic should be abandoned. It is through listening that your mind will turn with faith and devotion, and you will be able to cultivate joy within your mind and make your mind stable. Mahayana has four reliances. First: reliance on the teaching, not on the teacher. Second: reliance on the meaning, not on the words that express it. Third: reliance on the definitive meaning, not on the provisional meaning. Fourth: reliance on the transcendent wisdom of deep experience, not on mere knowledge. If we see pride among people who have no idea about Dharma, it is understandable. However, if afflictive emotions and haughtiness are present among Dharma practitioners, it is a great disgrace to the practice. Individuals who are best suited for practice of Dharma are those who are not only intellectually gifted, but also have single-minded faith and dedication and are wise ...» |
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