Compassion, Wisdom and the Importance of Lineage

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The following is a series of tweets given by Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo on the importance of lineage:

Wisdom and Compassion are the two eyes of Mahayana. Wisdom is pure awareness of empty nature. Not book learning. Compassion is Boddhicitta. Boddhicitta is primordial fundamental uncontrived nature’s pristine display. To attain wisdom meditate on emptiness – the sublime view. To give rise to Boddhicitta, accomplish View, leading to the understanding that all beings are same in nature, and struggle to be happy. Ordinary human kindness will suffice in this life but the Great Boddhicitta accomplishment benefits every future life.

Wisdom is not taught in school. That is knowledge. Wisdom cannot come from books, only knowledge. Wisdom comes with the mind ripening at Guru’s feet. Neither ordinary kindness nor book knowledge bring Supreme Buddhahood- Liberation. Only Wisdom View and Boddhicitta’s nectar can. Ordinary thoughts and concepts from ordinary people are just that. Primordial Wisdom is more rare and precious than any jewel. When you find yourself lost in blah blah blah let it go like vanishing dew. Come back to Wisdom and Boddhicitta- pray, meditate. This is the method and the way of uncountable Buddhas and Bodhisattvas before you from practices handed down through Lineage. All empowerment passed through lineage can be traced back to the blessing of Guru Padmasambava and Consort in an unbroken chain of mastery.

Empowerment without lineage is not traceable to original source. Never take empowerment without tracing through Lineage. If not traceable from Guru to student through out the centuries it is likely tainted by broken Samaya or is totally made up. Taking impure empowerment is like drinking poison and will destroy your path and progress. Every pure Lama gives lineage of empowerment.

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Astrology

This is a day to use your intelligence.  Pull all your thinking together, aim it in one direction, and you can’t go wrong.  Women friends are especially helplful, as are all friends.  Two forces are favorable.  First, the intellectual realm is powerful, and next the material or financial realm is strong. Give each its due and try not to mix the two together, because today they work against each other. Move forward cheerfully and at a careful pace.  A steady growth is promised. Anya Bass said, “Yesterday’s history, tomorrow’s a mystery.  I try to live in the present.”  Excellent advice for today.

The daily astrology post affects everyone.  Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently.  Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth.  There are many departments of life.  Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

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This is an excellent day for an important accomplishment, and you feel proud of yourself.  Dress up!  Appearance is crucial today, you could find yourself on the front page of the newspaper or on tv.  Be sure you look good!  You could be an “ad hoc” spokesperson for a cause.  Someone could look to you for leadership, be ready!  Seneca said  “Life is like a play:  it’s not the length, but the excellence of the acting that matters.” You must play your part well and with dignity today, and the results will be excellent.  Leaders are magnanamous and inspiring.

The daily astrology post affects everyone.  Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently.  Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth.  There are many departments of life.  Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

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Gently avoid an emotional showdown with someone.  Even if you win, you’ll lose. The problem is the times, things are so exciting and so new that it’s hard to settle down or relax.  Spend time on communications, spread the word.  A powerful force is pushing things forward in a surprising, new way.  A voice keeps urging you to think things over, to take it slow.  Be nice to that voice, but do not allow yourself to be stopped or diverted.  If you’re a writer, you can create something that inspires and lifts people’s spirits.  Healing is excellent, and artists have new inspiration.  Individual activity is favored over group activity.  This can feel strange, but the new mode is a “go it alone” one. Self starters are succeeding.  Send out scouts and see what message comes back.  It is a brand new time.

The daily astrology post affects everyone.  Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently.  Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth.  There are many departments of life.  Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

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3/29/2011      Tuesday

Consensus!  Agreement!  A deal is negotiated, at last!  It’s a good day to put yourself in the public eye and to speak of things that offer encouragement to others. If someone has been shamed or defeated, give that person time to make amends or depart in peace. Don’t kick any one who is down. An old matter is successfully wrapped up, and long awaited news can come.  A new leader can suddenly appear, not someone you might have thought of.  If the person is optimistic, broad minded and able to relate to almost everyone, it’s a go!  On a different front, matters of health and creativity are in the final stages of completion.  Move quickly to wrap up outstanding issues. Finish creative projects as soon as you can, time is running out here.  A change is coming, and things not finished will remain unfinished if you don’t act immediately. Al Batt said, “It is easy to sit up and take notice.  What is difficult is getting up and taking action.”  Well?

The daily astrology post affects everyone. Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently. Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth. There are many departments of life. Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

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3/28/2011      Monday

This is an excellent day to build a group consensus for action.  And action is still the name of the game.  Men and women get along famously, and friends from afar let you know they are on your side.  You almost can’t fail, if you keep your eye on your goal and remember that two sides must be satisfied for success.  The power of the old regime, the old guard, in any situation, is declining.   The new way of thinking, the upstart, is gaining power.  The question arises:  if the old goes, what replaces it?  Today is a combination of forward action and decision-making.  Everyone’s wishes need to be taken into consideration.  Those who have worked hardest have the greatest say.  No calling the shots if you haven’t done the work!  If you find yourself in an isolated position, if nobody agrees with you, consider that you may not be in tune with the times.  Change.  Make your deal while the other side is in a good mood, before they lose patience.  Beauty is still beautiful.  It’s good to take small breaks and enjoy whatever inspires you.

The daily astrology post affects everyone. Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently. Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth. There are many departments of life. Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

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3/27/2011      Sunday

If you get through the early part of today without a disagreement or being misunderstood, count yourself as lucky.  The tide turns toward evening, and you start having fun.  Any medical issue resolves well, and you’re quite sensitive and creative.  A hunch or intuitive perception about a problem is very accurate.  Exercise is excellent today, especially swimming.  You have become sensitized to others in a new way, and your ability to detect and understand people’s difficulties has really expanded. Someone lets you know that they are aware of all you’ve been through, and this is a great comfort to you.  A new form of beauty is present in the world; you can see it.  Spend time enjoying art, music, poetry, or any form of creativity that interests you.  Do something that relaxes and inspires you. Have fun. This has been an intense time.  Joe Namath said, “When you have confidence, you can have a lot of fun.  And when you have fun, you can do amazing things.”

The daily astrology post affects everyone. Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently. Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth. There are many departments of life. Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

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3/26/2011      Saturday

Be quite careful how you approach others today.  You are enthusiastic, and others are formal, inflexible and inclined toward conservatism.  If you push too hard, you’ll be pushed back.  Franklin D. Roosevelt said, “Be sincere; be brief; be seated.”  This is excellent advice for today.  Be careful.  If you act precipitately, you could actually offend both sides of a negotiation, not unlike a cop called to a domestic dispute who becomes the target of aggression.  Tiptoe into situations and be respectful of everyone.  If you are the one who is taking offense, if the shoe is on the other foot, calm down and consider others’ deepest wishes.  Today the mediator’s suggestions are all wrong and can actually make the situation worse.  What to do?  Relax and enjoy life. Take a break. Artists are especially creative, and all forms of entertainment are favorable. Plus, your friends still love you!

The daily astrology post affects everyone. Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently. Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth. There are many departments of life. Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

Astrology

3/25/2011      Friday

An excellent idea kicks off the day.  Grab your inspiration and run with it!  If someone takes offense at your enthusiasm, consider that they may not feel well.  Be sympathetic, but keep going.  Love is favored, and machines and groups are friendly.  An excellent group or friendship brings happiness.  Don’t isolate yourself; spend time with others, and you’ll have fun.  Widen your circle as opposed to limiting your circle.  Legal matters are successfully resolved, and a tricky situation can be worked out.  The law is fair, impartial, and good today.  Activity is still the most important component in the environment.  If you are taking it easy, you will be left behind. “To everything there is a season,” says the bible, and this is the season for action. Be strong; ask more of yourself in terms of what you can do.  This is a time of growth.  See yourself as the engine that pulls the train of your life, not the caboose!

The daily astrology post affects everyone. Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently. Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth. There are many departments of life. Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

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