Source: Song of Mind: Wisdom from the Zen Classic Xin Ming
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Famous Sheng-yen Quotes
“Do not ask for less responsibility to be free and relaxed-ask for more strength!”
“I follow four dictates: face it, accept it, deal with it, then let it go.”
“If moment by moment you can keep your mind clear then nothing will confuse you.”
Source: Getting the Buddha Mind: On the Practice of Chan Retreat
“Those who do not have faith in others will not be able to stand on their own.”
Source: Dharma drum: the life and heart of Chʻan practice
“Be soft in your practice. Think of the method as a fine silvery stream, not a raging waterfall.”