From a series of tweets by Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo (@jalpalyul) on November 11, 2010
The Lama is used as a mirror-mind in Guru Yoga. If our view is clear without stain, we see the “face” of the Guru, and awaken to primordial wisdom. If the mind is defiled, like with hatred and pride, there is no way to view the Guru’s nature and we are unable to awaken in Vajrayana. If these statements bother you, examine what you may have missed. Guru Yoga? Prostrations? Mandala offerings? Vajrasattva? These are all meant to purify one’s mind. Most every true Vajrayana practitioner will advise that one cannot miss even one step. The path is not easy. One cannot just decide they are enlightened!
© Jetsunma Ahkön Lhamo
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