To understand that all sentient beings possess the foundation for becoming enlightened, you need analytical wisdom. First you need to understand that all of your problems stem from the mind's mistaken view of yourself, of other people, and of all things as existing in and of themselves. When you see that this is a mistake, you realize that you can become enlightened, after which you can extend this realization to all sentient beings; they too can become enlightened. This lays the groundwork for developing the desire to help everyone toward enlightenment.
~ His Holiness the Dalai Lama
(from his book, Becoming Enlightened)
~ His Holiness the Dalai Lama
(from his book, Becoming Enlightened)
A few images from Alcover, Spain, on our way to the retreat...
A few images at the Jardin de Mar retreat centre...
Your blog, especially the photos, are lovely! Chiara and the black kitty are very sweet.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I'm enjoying the blogging immensely!
ReplyDeleteChiara IS so sweet and so is the black kitty of Jardin de Mar, who is soon to have babies! ♥