Whenever we see anyone in a high or low position, male or female, they differ only in appearance, dress, behavior, and status. In essence they are all equal--they all experience problems in their lives. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso More Quotes by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso More Quotes From Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Today we can see many different forms of Buddhism, such as Zen and Theravada Buddhism. All these different aspects are practices of Buddha's teachings, and all are equally precious; they are just different presentations. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso buddhism teaching practice Being patient means to welcome wholeheartedly whatever arises. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso welcome patient mean Just as eagles soar through the vast expanse of the sky without meeting any obstructions, needing only minimal effort to maintain their flight, so advanced meditators concentrating on emptiness can meditate on emptiness for a long time with little effort. Their minds soar through space-like emptiness, undistracted by any other phenomenon. When we meditate on emptiness we should try to emulate these meditators. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso eagles space sky Compassion is a Shepherd, Always tending his herd. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso shepherds herds compassion If everyone sincerely practices the path of compassion and wisdom, all their problems will be solved. I guarantee this. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso compassion guarantees practice Just as full sunlight completely dispels all darkness but even a few rays provide a measure of light, so, if we complete the practice of training the mind, we will totally dispel the darkness of our ignorance, but if we engage in only some parts of the practice, this will still help to reduce our ignorance and self-cherishing . Geshe Kelsang Gyatso light ignorance self Nothing can be accomplished just by reading words. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso sick reading men
