Bodhidharma says: “When we’re deluded there’s a world to escape”
Bodhidharma says: “When we’re deluded there’s a world to escape. When we’re aware, there’s nothing to escape.”
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Bodhidharma says: “When the mortal mind appears, buddhahood disappears”
Bodhidharma says: “When the mortal mind appears, buddhahood disappears. When the mortal mind disappears, buddhahood appears. When the mind appears, reality disappears. When the mind disappears, reality appears. Whoever knows that nothing depends on anything has found the Way. And…
Bodhidharma says: “When the mind reaches nirvana, you don’t see nirvana, because the mind is nirvana.”
Bodhidharma says: “When the mind reaches nirvana, you don’t see nirvana, because the mind is nirvana. If you see nirvana somewhere outside the mind, you’re deluding yourself.”
Bodhidharma says: “Unless you see your nature, you shouldn’t go around criticizing the goodness of others”
Bodhidharma says: “Unless you see your nature, you shouldn’t go around criticizing the goodness of others. There’s no advantage in deceiving yourself. Good and bad are distinct. Cause and effect are clear. But fools don’t believe and fall straight into…
Bodhidharma says: “Trying to find a buddha or enlightenment is like trying to grab space”
Bodhidharma says: “Trying to find a buddha or enlightenment is like trying to grab space.”
Bodhidharma says: “To see form but not be corrupted by form or to hear sound but not to be corrupted by sound is liberation”
Bodhidharma says: “To see form but not be corrupted by form or to hear sound but not to be corrupted by sound is liberation. Eyes that aren’t attached to form are the gates of Zen. In short, those who perceive…
Bodhidharma says: “To invoke the Buddha’s name you have to understand the dharma of invoking”
Bodhidharma says: “To invoke the Buddha’s name you have to understand the dharma of invoking. If it’s not present in your mind, your mouth chants an empty name. As long as you’re troubled by the three poisons or by thoughts…
Bodhidharma says: “To have a body is to suffer”
Bodhidharma says: “To have a body is to suffer. Does anyone with a body know peace? Those who understand this detach themselves from all that exists and stop imagining or seeking anything. The sutras say, “To seek is to suffer.…
Bodhidharma says: “To go from mortal to Buddha, you have to put an end to karma”
Bodhidharma says: “To go from mortal to Buddha, you have to put an end to karma, nurture your awareness, and accept what life brings.”
Bodhidharma says: “To give up yourself without regret is the greatest charity.”
Bodhidharma says: “To give up yourself without regret is the greatest charity.”