These three little excerpts are from Meditating with Koans by Zhuhong:
Three Years of Energetic Practice
Zen master Zuxin of Huitang [1025-1100] would say of himself, "When I first entered the path, it was very easy to go my own way. Then when I met my late teacher Huanglong, I reflected back on my daily activities and saw that there were many contradictions [between my conduct] and the principles [of the Buddhist Path]. So I practiced [the Path] energetically for three years, through the bitter cold and the stifling heat, without wavering from my true intent. Only then did I get so that everything was in accord with the principles [of the Path]. Now even when I cough and spit or shrug my shoulders, it is all the essential meaning the Zen transmission.
The Jewel Heap Correct Teaching Scripture:
Those who enjoy seeking the Great Vehicle have minds that are bold and brave. Even if they have to give up their bodies and their lives, they do not mind. They cultivate the practices of bodhisattvas, and work hard to increase their energy and progress. They are not the least bit lazy.
The Scripture of the Transcendent Wisdom of Manjushri:
For the samadhi of unified practice, you must cast all confused thoughts into the void, and focus your mind on the real truth.
Be mindful of buddha, and continue this mindfulness from moment to moment, without ever slacking off.
In this mindfulness you will be able to see all the buddhas of the ten directions, and attain great eloquence.
Submitted June 19, 2017 at 09:09PM by Dillon123 http://ift.tt/2tkfeUp
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