Sunday, 18 February 2018

Relying on Sutras is the Enemy of the Buddha- Dogen: Eihei Koroku

Attaining realization in a single moment cannot be defiled. An ancient said, “Relying on the sutras, understanding their meaning, is the enemy of the Buddhas in the three times. Departing from the sutras by one word is the same as demons’ speech.”

"Without relying on the sutras, and without departing from the sutras, how could we ever function? Would all of you like to see the sutra?

Dogen held up his whisk and said: "This is my kosho whisk. What is the Sutra?"



Submitted February 19, 2018 at 09:51AM by planetbyter http://ift.tt/2Ez6NOe

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