To awaken we must awaken with the world. With this teacup in your hands, with this unresolved decision, with this aging body. In relationship with all things we practice, grow, learn, fall short, and try again…
The Vows of Kishitigharba (Jizo) Bodhisattva:
Infused by the great benevolence of Kishitigharba Bodhisattva,
Protector of all that is born from the earth.
May I welcome everything that comes towards me with a warm and undefended heart.
Infused by the great determination of Kishitigharba Bodhisattva,
Protector of all that is born from the earth.
May I walk the path to enlightenment, dissolving all obstructions and never turning back.
Infused by the great optimism of Kishitigharba Bodhisattva,
Protector of all that is born from the earth.
May I see and nourish the seeds of awakening in everyone I meet.
Infused by the great fearlessness of Kishitigharba Bodhisattva,
Protector of all that is born from the earth.
May I know that all demons arise from ignorance and take refuge in the one bright mind.
Infused by the great vow of Kishitigharba Bodhisattva,
Protector of all that is born from the earth.
May I gladly enter every hell realm, guiding myself and everyone to liberation.
May your life be an unsolved mystery…