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− | The Prayer of the Ground, Path & Fruition | + | The [[Prayer]] of the Ground, [[Path]] & [[Fruition]] |
− | From the Heart Essence of the Vast Expanse | + | From the [[Heart]] [[Essence]] of the Vast Expanse |
− | by Jigme Lingpa | + | by [[Jigme Lingpa]] |
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− | Homage to glorious Samantabhadra! | + | Homage to glorious [[Samantabhadra]]! |
− | The true nature of things is naturally free of conceptual projections. | + | The [[true nature]] of things is naturally free of {{Wiki|conceptual}} {{Wiki|projections}}. |
− | It does not exist, since even the victorious ones do not see it. | + | It does not [[exist]], since even the [[victorious ones]] do not see it. |
− | Yet neither is it non-existent, as it is the ground of all samsara and nirvana. | + | Yet neither is it {{Wiki|non-existent}}, as it is the ground of all [[samsara]] and [[nirvana]]. |
− | There is no contradiction here, for it lies beyond the realm of expression. | + | There is no {{Wiki|contradiction}} here, for it lies [[beyond]] the [[realm]] of expression. |
− | May all realize this Great Perfection, the true nature of the ground! | + | May all realize this [[Great Perfection]], the [[true nature]] of the ground! |
− | In essence it is empty, hence free from the limitations of permanence. | + | In [[essence]] it is [[empty]], hence free from the limitations of {{Wiki|permanence}}. |
− | By nature it is clear, and free from the limitations of nihilism. | + | By [[nature]] it is clear, and free from the limitations of [[nihilism]]. |
− | Its capacity unobstructed, it is the ground of manifold emanations. | + | Its capacity [[unobstructed]], it is the ground of manifold [[emanations]]. |
− | It is divided into three, yet in truth there are no such differentiations. | + | It is divided into three, yet in [[truth]] there are no such differentiations. |
− | May all realize this Great Perfection, the true nature of the ground! | + | May all realize this [[Great Perfection]], the [[true nature]] of the ground! |
− | Inconceivable and free of all superimposition, one-sided fixation | + | [[Inconceivable]] and free of all superimposition, one-sided fixation |
− | On things being either existent or non-existent completely dissolves. | + | [[File:C7189b0 z.jpg|thumb|250px|]] |
− | The full import of this turns back even the tongue of the victors. | + | On things {{Wiki|being}} either [[existent]] or {{Wiki|non-existent}} completely dissolves. |
+ | The full import of this turns back even the {{Wiki|tongue}} of the victors. | ||
Without beginning, middle, or end, it is a great expanse of deep clarity. | Without beginning, middle, or end, it is a great expanse of deep clarity. | ||
− | May all realize this Great Perfection, the true nature of the ground! | + | May all realize this [[Great Perfection]], the [[true nature]] of the ground! |
− | Its essence is pristine, unoriginated, and primordially pure. | + | Its [[essence]] is pristine, unoriginated, and [[primordially pure]]. |
− | Whatever manifests is the expression of this unconditioned spontaneous presence. | + | Whatever [[manifests]] is the expression of this [[unconditioned]] [[spontaneous presence]]. |
− | Without perceiving them as other, realizing the great unity of awareness-emptiness, | + | Without perceiving them as other, [[realizing]] the great {{Wiki|unity}} of awareness-emptiness, |
− | One’s understanding of the ground will reach a point of culmination. | + | One’s [[understanding]] of the ground will reach a point of culmination. |
− | May there be no deviations and mistakes concerning this key point of the path! | + | May there be no deviations and mistakes concerning this key point of the [[path]]! |
− | Pure from the beginning, even the term | + | [[Pure]] from the beginning, even the term “[[view]]” does not [[exist]]. |
− | Aware of the original state, the sheath of meditation falls away. | + | Aware of the original [[state]], the sheath of [[meditation]] falls away. |
There are no reference points, hence no need to restrain one’s conduct. | There are no reference points, hence no need to restrain one’s conduct. | ||
− | In the spontaneously present nature, this state of naked simplicity, | + | In the [[spontaneously present nature]], this [[state]] of naked [[simplicity]], |
− | May there be no deviations and mistakes concerning this key point of the path! | + | May there be no deviations and mistakes concerning this key point of the [[path]]! |
− | Not falling into partiality towards positive thoughts or negative ones, | + | [[Not falling]] into partiality towards positive [[thoughts]] or negative ones, |
− | And without giving free rein to a state of indifferent neutrality, | + | And without giving free rein to a [[state]] of indifferent [[neutrality]], |
− | Manifestation and liberation—an expanse unrestricted, unbridled, and spontaneously free. | + | [[Manifestation]] and liberation—an expanse unrestricted, unbridled, and spontaneously free. |
− | Understanding that the nature is inherently devoid of needing to accept and reject, | + | [[Understanding]] that the [[nature]] is inherently devoid of needing to accept and reject, |
− | May there be no deviations and mistakes concerning this key point of the path! | + | May there be no deviations and mistakes concerning this key point of the [[path]]! |
− | Like space, awareness is the universal ground and starting point. | + | Like [[space]], [[awareness]] is the [[universal]] ground and starting point. |
− | Manifest ground spontaneously present, yet vanishing like clouds in the sky, | + | [[Manifest]] ground spontaneously {{Wiki|present}}, yet vanishing like clouds in the sky, |
− | The mind radiates out, projecting outwards and then returning within | + | The [[mind]] radiates out, projecting outwards and then returning within |
− | To the youthful vase body’s inner space, possessing six unique | + | To the youthful [[vase]] body’s inner [[space]], possessing six unique [[characteristics]]— |
− | May all seize the throne of this majestic fruition! | + | May all seize the [[throne]] of this majestic [[fruition]]! |
− | From the very beginning, awareness itself is Samantabhadra. | + | From the very beginning, [[awareness]] itself is [[Samantabhadra]]. |
− | Within it, all hoping for attainments dissolves into the sphere of reality, | + | Within it, all hoping for [[attainments]] dissolves into the [[sphere]] of [[reality]], |
− | The true character of the Great Perfection, beyond intentional effort; | + | The true [[character]] of the [[Great Perfection]], [[beyond]] intentional [[effort]]; |
− | The sphere of reality and awareness, the inner space of | + | The [[sphere]] of [[reality]] and [[awareness]], the inner [[space]] of [[Samantabhadra]]– |
− | May all seize the throne of this majestic fruition! | + | May all seize the [[throne]] of this majestic [[fruition]]! |
− | Utterly non-abiding—the nature of the Great Middle Way; | + | Utterly non-abiding—the [[nature]] of the Great [[Middle Way]]; |
− | All-embracing and spontaneously vast—the state of Mahamudra; | + | All-embracing and spontaneously vast—the [[state]] of [[Mahamudra]]; |
− | Freed from limitations and wide open—the key point of the Great Perfection. | + | Freed from limitations and wide open—the key point of the [[Great Perfection]]. |
− | The virtues of the levels and paths fundamentally complete—spontaneously present inner space. | + | The [[virtues]] of the levels and [[paths]] fundamentally complete—spontaneously {{Wiki|present}} inner [[space]]. |
− | May all seize the throne of this majestic fruition! | + | May all seize the [[throne]] of this majestic [[fruition]]! |
− | This profound prayer, a summation of the seal | + | This profound [[prayer]], a summation of the {{Wiki|seal}} |
Of the quintessential vast expanse, | Of the quintessential vast expanse, | ||
− | Was set down at the behest of the protector of the teachings, | + | Was set down at the behest of the [[protector of the teachings]], |
− | The Rishi Rahula, who took the form of a monk. | + | The [[Rishi]] [[Rahula]], who took the [[form]] of a [[monk]]. |
− | To make meaningful the spread of the profound reality | + | To make meaningful the spread of the profound [[reality]] |
− | And bring to perfection this prayer of interdependence, | + | And bring to [[perfection]] this [[prayer]] of [[interdependence]], |
− | I let loose this profound seal to the mad yogi of Kong. | + | I let loose this profound {{Wiki|seal}} to the mad [[yogi]] of Kong. |
− | Entrusting it to this hidden master of awareness | + | Entrusting it to this hidden [[master]] of [[awareness]] |
− | Who himself has been blessed by Akashagarbha. | + | Who himself has been blessed by [[Akashagarbha]]. |
− | May its benefit for beings equal the extent of space! | + | May its {{Wiki|benefit}} for [[beings]] {{Wiki|equal}} the extent of [[space]]! |
− | | Translated by Cortland Dahl | + | | Translated by [[Cortland Dahl]] |
</poem> | </poem> | ||
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[[Category:Mantras]] | [[Category:Mantras]] | ||
+ | [[Category:Path and fruition]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 13:31, 27 December 2021
The Prayer of the Ground, Path & Fruition
From the Heart Essence of the Vast Expanse
by Jigme Lingpa
Homage to glorious Samantabhadra!
The true nature of things is naturally free of conceptual projections.
It does not exist, since even the victorious ones do not see it.
Yet neither is it non-existent, as it is the ground of all samsara and nirvana.
There is no contradiction here, for it lies beyond the realm of expression.
May all realize this Great Perfection, the true nature of the ground!
In essence it is empty, hence free from the limitations of permanence.
By nature it is clear, and free from the limitations of nihilism.
Its capacity unobstructed, it is the ground of manifold emanations.
It is divided into three, yet in truth there are no such differentiations.
May all realize this Great Perfection, the true nature of the ground!
Inconceivable and free of all superimposition, one-sided fixation
On things being either existent or non-existent completely dissolves.
The full import of this turns back even the tongue of the victors.
Without beginning, middle, or end, it is a great expanse of deep clarity.
May all realize this Great Perfection, the true nature of the ground!
Its essence is pristine, unoriginated, and primordially pure.
Whatever manifests is the expression of this unconditioned spontaneous presence.
Without perceiving them as other, realizing the great unity of awareness-emptiness,
One’s understanding of the ground will reach a point of culmination.
May there be no deviations and mistakes concerning this key point of the path!
Pure from the beginning, even the term “view” does not exist.
Aware of the original state, the sheath of meditation falls away.
There are no reference points, hence no need to restrain one’s conduct.
In the spontaneously present nature, this state of naked simplicity,
May there be no deviations and mistakes concerning this key point of the path!
Not falling into partiality towards positive thoughts or negative ones,
And without giving free rein to a state of indifferent neutrality,
Manifestation and liberation—an expanse unrestricted, unbridled, and spontaneously free.
Understanding that the nature is inherently devoid of needing to accept and reject,
May there be no deviations and mistakes concerning this key point of the path!
Like space, awareness is the universal ground and starting point.
Manifest ground spontaneously present, yet vanishing like clouds in the sky,
The mind radiates out, projecting outwards and then returning within
To the youthful vase body’s inner space, possessing six unique characteristics—
May all seize the throne of this majestic fruition!
From the very beginning, awareness itself is Samantabhadra.
Within it, all hoping for attainments dissolves into the sphere of reality,
The true character of the Great Perfection, beyond intentional effort;
The sphere of reality and awareness, the inner space of Samantabhadra–
May all seize the throne of this majestic fruition!
Utterly non-abiding—the nature of the Great Middle Way;
All-embracing and spontaneously vast—the state of Mahamudra;
Freed from limitations and wide open—the key point of the Great Perfection.
The virtues of the levels and paths fundamentally complete—spontaneously present inner space.
May all seize the throne of this majestic fruition!
This profound prayer, a summation of the seal
Of the quintessential vast expanse,
Was set down at the behest of the protector of the teachings,
The Rishi Rahula, who took the form of a monk.
To make meaningful the spread of the profound reality
And bring to perfection this prayer of interdependence,
I let loose this profound seal to the mad yogi of Kong.
Entrusting it to this hidden master of awareness
Who himself has been blessed by Akashagarbha.
May its benefit for beings equal the extent of space!
| Translated by Cortland Dahl