The spiritual path to enlightenment is riddled with afflictions and obstacles.
It is important that the enlightened guard their inherent Buddha nature.
It takes the mind to overcome whatever hardship or calamity that comes our way.
Only when one’s mind is devoid of thought can one be blessed with good fortune and longevity.
修心路上烦恼多，悟者自心守本源，
多劫多难心来化，心中无念福寿延。
– Master Jun Hong Lu, Words of Wisdom Volume 3
