Buddhist Thought

The Four Reliances 

First, rely on the spirit and meaning of the teachings, not on the words; 

Second, rely on the teachings, not on the personality of the teacher;

Third, rely on real wisdom, not superficial interpretation; 

And fourth, rely on the essence of your pure Wisdom Mind, not on judgmental perceptions.

END OF JAN 2012 FURTOEs

 

 

Buddhist Thought

It is better to conquer yourself than to win a thousand battles. Then the victory is yours. It cannot be taken from you, not by angels or by demons, heaven or hell.

Buddhist Thought

A family is a place where minds come in contact with one another. If these minds love one another the home will be as beautiful as a flower garden. But if these minds get out of harmony with one another it is like a storm that plays havoc with the garden.

The First Furtoes of 2012