Monday, December 31, 2012

The 108 Gates of Dharma Illumination


Right belief is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it the steadfast mind is not broken.

Pure mind is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it there is no defilement.

Delight is a gate of Dharma illumination, for it is the mind of peace and tranquility.

Love and cheerfulness are a gate of Dharma illumination, for they make the mind pure.

Right conduct of the actions of the body is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it the three forms of behavior are pure.

Pure conduct of the actions of the mouth is a gate of Dharma illumination, for it eliminates the four evils.

Pure conduct of the actions of the mind is a gate of Dharma illumination, for it eliminates the three poisons.

Mindfulness of Buddha is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it reflection of the state of Buddha is pure.

Mindfulness of Dharma is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it reflection of the Dharma is pure.

Mindfulness of Sangha is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it attainment of the truth is steadfast.

Mindfulness of generosity is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we do not expect reward.

Mindfulness of precepts is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we fulfill all vows.

Mindfulness of the heavens is a gate of Dharma illumination, for it gives rise to a wide and big mind.

Benevolence is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it good roots prevail in all the situations of life.

Compassion is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we do not kill or harm living beings.

Joy is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we abandon all unpleasant things.

Abandonment is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we turn away from the five desires.

Reflection on inconstancy is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we reflect upon the desires of the triple world.

Reflection on suffering is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we cease all aspirations.

Reflection on there being no self is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we do not taintedly attach to self.

Reflection on stillness is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we do not disturb the mind.

Repentance is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it the mind within is stilled.

Humility is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it eternal malevolence vanishes.

Veracity is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we do not deceive gods and human beings.

Truth is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we do not deceive ourselves.

Dharma conduct is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we follow the conduct that is the Dharma.

The Three Devotions are a gate of Dharma illumination, for they purify the three evil worlds.

Recognition of kindness is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we do not throw away good roots.

Repayment of kindness is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we do not cheat and disregard others.

No self-deception is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we do not praise ourselves.

To work for living beings is a gate of Dharma illumination, for we do not blame others.

To work for the Dharma is a gate of Dharma illumination, for we act in conformity with the Dharma.

Awareness of time is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we do not treat spoken teaching lightly.

Inhibition of self-conceit is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it wisdom is fulfilled.

The non-arising of ill-will is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we protect ourselves and protect others.

Being without hindrances is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it the mind is free of doubt.

Belief and understanding are a gate of Dharma illumination, for with them we decisively comprehend the paramount truth.

Reflection on impurity is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we abandon the mind that is tainted by desire.

Not to quarrel is a gate of Dharma illumination, for it stops angry accusations.

Not being foolish is a gate of Dharma illumination, for it stops the killing of living things.

Enjoyment of the meaning of the Dharma is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we seek the meaning of the Dharma.

Love of Dharma illumination is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we attain Dharma illumination.

Pursuit of abundant knowledge is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we truly reflect on the form of the Dharma.

Right means are a gate of Dharma illumination, for they are accompanied by right conduct.

Knowledge of names and forms is a gate of Dharma illumination, for it clears away many obstacles.

The view to expiate causes is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we attain salvation.

The mind without enmity and intimacy is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it, when among enemies and intimates, we are impartial.

Hidden expedient means are a gate of Dharma illumination, for they are sensitive to many kinds of suffering.

Equality of all elements is a gate of Dharma illumination, for it obviates all rules for harmonious association.

The sense organs are a gate of Dharma illumination, for with them we practice the right way.

Realization of nonappearance is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we experience the truth of cessation.

The body as an abode of mindfulness is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it all dharmas are serene.

Feeling as an abode of mindfulness is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we detach from all miscellaneous feelings.

Mind as an abode of mindfulness is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we reflect that mind is like a phantom.

The Dharma as an abode of mindfulness is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it wisdom is free of blurs.

The four right exertions are a gate of Dharma illumination, for they eliminate all evils and realize many kinds of good.

The four bases of mystical power are a gate of Dharma illumination, for with them the body-and-mind is light.

The faculty of belief is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we do not blindly follow the words of others.

The faculty of effort is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we thoroughly attain many kinds of wisdom.

The faculty of mindfulness is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we thoroughly perform many kinds of work.

The faculty of balance is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it the mind is pure.

The faculty of wisdom is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we really see all dharmas.

The power of belief is a gate of Dharma illumination, for it surpasses the power of demons.

The power of effort is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we do not regress or stray.

The power of mindfulness is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we do not blindly go along with others.

The power of balance is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we discontinue all thoughts.

The power of wisdom is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we depart from the two extremes.

Mindfulness, as a part of the state of truth, is a gate of Dharma illumination, for it is wisdom that accords with real dharmas.

Examination of Dharma, as a part of the state of truth, is a gate of Dharma illumination, for it illuminates all dharmas.

Effort, as a part of the state of truth, is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we become proficient in realization.

Enjoyment, as a part of the state of truth, is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we attain many kinds of balanced state.

Entrustment as a part of the state of truth, is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it conduct is already managed.

The balanced state, as a part of the state of truth, is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we recognize that all dharmas are in equilibrium.

Abandonment, as a part of the state of truth, is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we can turn away from all kinds of lives.

Right view is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we attain the noble path on which the superfluous is exhausted.

Right discrimination is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we eliminate all discrimination and lack of discrimination.

Right speech is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it concepts, voice, and words all are known as sound.

Right action is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it there is no karma and no retribution.

Right livelihood is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we get rid of all evil ways.

Right practice is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we arrive at the far shore.

Right mindfulness is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we do not consider all dharmas intellectually.

Right balanced state is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we attain undistracted samādhi.

The bodhi-mind is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we are not separated from the Three Treasures.

Reliance is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we do not incline toward Small Vehicles.

Right belief is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we attain the supreme Dharma.

Development is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we realize all dharmas concerning the root of good.

The dāna pāramitā is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it, in every instance, we cause features to be pleasant, we adorn the Buddhist land, and we teach and guide stingy and greedy living beings.

The precepts pāramitā is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we distantly depart from the hardships of evil worlds, and we teach and guide precept-breaking living beings.

The forbearance pāramitā is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we abandon all anger, arrogance, flattery, and foolery, and we teach and guide living beings who have such vices.

The diligence pāramitā is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we completely attain all good dharmas, and we teach and guide lazy living beings

The dhyāna pāramitā is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we accomplish all balanced states of dhyāna and mystical powers, and we teach and guide distracted living beings.

The wisdom pāramitā is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we eradicate the darkness of ignorance, together with attachment to views, and we teach and guide foolish living beings.

Expedient means are a gate of Dharma illumination, for with them we manifest ourselves according to the dignified forms that living beings admire, and we teach and guide living beings, accomplishing the Dharma of all the buddhas.

The four elements of sociability are a gate of Dharma illumination, for with them we accept all living beings and, after we have attained the truth of bodhi, we bestow upon all living beings the Dharma.

To teach and guide living beings is a gate of Dharma illumination, for we ourselves neither indulge pleasures nor become tired.

Acceptance of the right Dharma is a gate of Dharma illumination, for it eradicates the afflictions of all living beings.

Accretion of happiness is a gate of Dharma illumination, for it benefits all living beings.

The practice of the balanced state of dhyāna is a gate of Dharma illumination, for it fulfills the ten powers.

Stillness is a gate of Dharma illumination, for it realizes, and is replete with, the samādhi of the Tathāgata.

The wisdom view is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it wisdom is realized and fulfilled.

Entry into the state of unrestricted speech is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we attain realization of the Dharma-eye.

Entry into all conduct is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we attain realization of the Buddha-eye.

Accomplishment of the state of dhāranīis a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we hear the Dharma of all the buddhas and are able to receive and retain it.

Attainment of the state of unrestricted speech is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we cause all living beings totally to rejoice.

Endurance of obedient following is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we obey the Dharma of all the buddhas.

Attainment of realization of the Dharma of nonappearance is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it we attain affirmation.

The state beyond regressing and straying is a gate of Dharma illumination, for it is replete with the Dharma of past buddhas.

The wisdom that leads us from one state to another state is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it, having water sprinkled on the head, we accomplish total wisdom.

The state in which water is sprinkled on the head is a gate of Dharma illumination, for with it, following birth in a family, we are at last able to realize anuttara samyak sambodhi.

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