Making the Altruistic Vow

Originally appeared December 2010

To awaken to the Bodhi-mind means to vow not to cross over to the other shore of enlightenment before all sentient beings have done so. Whether layperson or monk, living in the world of celestial beings or of humans, subject to pain or pleasure, all should quickly make this vow.

Making the Altruistic Vow…serves to focus on our intentions and purpose here and now.  What have we committed to? What better time of year to contemplate this lofty vow than now?  

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