Words Are Symbolic
Words are symbols that convey an idea,
but before the idea is experience.
When we realise what is having the experience,
we will understand what the Buddha meant by,
“Don’t take my word for it … ”.
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BUDDHA IN THE MUD is a blog - a living book based on the Dzogchen teachings. Our teacher is life, and life is karma. In this way, Dzogchen is practical - no bells and whistles required. 