THE FOUR BOUNDLESS STATES
Master Jun Hong Lu: We always think that mind cultivation is difficult. In fact, it can be very simple too, that is, by practising the Four Boundless States of loving-kindness, compassion, empathetic joy and equanimity.
You have to control yourself well with the Four Boundless States. You have to be kind and compassionate towards all sentient beings.
You should have a heart of joy, always put on a smiling face when you see anyone, and be happy to do anything.
Equanimity is the practice of giving. Be it the Giving of Wealth, the Giving of Dharma or the Giving of Fearlessness, you should help others as much as you can. Aren’t you then doing what Bodhisattvas will do? By doing so, you possess the Four Boundless States, right?
Many people say, “I can neither be a Bodhisattva, nor a Buddha, because I’m simply too selfish.”
No, you are not selfish. You are just afraid to overcome your self-centred desires; if you can overcome these, you will be able to attain the boundless states.
Source: Master Jun Hong Lu’s Buddhism In Plain Terms, Episode 14, 14 March 2020
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