--- Alex Long <duriank24@yahoo.com.sg> wrote:
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> What is the significance of generating Bodhichitta?
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Hi.
Shakuhachi is associated with Zen Buddhism which is a
branch of Mahayana Buddhism. Mahayana is
distinguished from some other major branches by its
attempt to save all sentient beings. A Mahayana
practitioner does not seek his/her individual
salvation (enlightenment). S/he vows to postpone her
enlightenment until all sentient beings have attained
Buddhahood. This is expressed through the Bodhichitta
vow which is worded differently from one group to the
next. Bodhi means enlightenment and Chitta means
mind. So the Mind of Enlightenment (Bodhichitta)
means the intention to benefit all sentient beings by
your practice.
This sets a very high standard for blowing bamboo. I
am not very successful. But it is a goal.
This is a complicated matter and I have tried to give
a brief explanation.
Regards,
John Baker
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