The Record of Linji – Sangha Instruction
Originally appeared September 2013
Stream enterers! It’s none other than you; in your venue of activities, right in front of you, no different from that of the Buddhas who are our patriarchs. You just don’t have confidence in this, and so right away proceed to external seeking.
These selections are taken from Sangha Instructions from ancient times and give the flavor of a master wielding a sword to cut through illusions. Sparse and to the point, Linji has no tolerance for superficial approaches and glib comments from students.
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