Lessons
from the Lotus Sutra. Infinite Life.
In terms of the
ultimate dimension, the life span of the Tathagata is immeasurable and
infinite.
We have to use
mindfulness in order to touch the ultimate dimension. …
The practice of
mindfulness is the path that leads us to the ultimate dimension. When we
practice mindfulness in our daily life activities – working, gardening, cooking,
washing the dishes, greeting guests – we are in touch with the phenomenal world
very deeply, much more deeply than when we do not have mindfulness. At that
point the ultimate dimension can begin to show itself to us.
When our
practice of mindfulness is solid and steady enough, then we are able to keep
the lamp of Samadhi alight from moment to moment. Whether we are in the kitchen,
bedroom, bathroom or office, when we sweep the courtyard or drive our car, in
all these actions we maintain the bright flame of Samadhi. Practicing this way
we get in touch with our own true nature, which is exactly the same as the
Buddha’s, unborn and undying.
By- Thich Nhat
Hanh. Peaceful Action, Open Heart. Lessons from the Lotus Sutra. Chapter
Thirteen, Infinite Life.
“以此方式修行，我们就能接触到自己的真实本性，那与佛完全一样不生不灭的佛性。”
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