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Now that I Come to Die

Now That I Come to Die is a compilation of Longchenpa’s parting injunctions and teachings by this great master on the Four Immeasurably Great Catalysts... More
Daily Dharma

Inspiration from Now That I Come To Die

posted 2011 Apr 01 The house you have built is going to collapse; it is only a temporary abode; You cannot stay on, but must go. Dismiss your attachment and craving for places of excitement – Resort to solitary places straight away.

Inspiration from Now That I Come To Die

posted 2011 Mar 25 The wealth and possessions you have amassed must be left behind. They are like honey – to be enjoyed by those who did not gather them. Now, while you still can, make arrangements for your needs on the way hereafter – The wealth that on you will confer excellent qualities.

Inspiration from Now That I Come To Die

posted 2011 Mar 18 Friends do not last forever, but are rather like guests: They meet occasionally and quickly go their ways. Dismiss attachment to your companions in this magic show, And attend to the real meaning of Being, which alone is beneficial.

Inspiration from Now That I Come To Die

posted 2011 Mar 11  From former time I know the nature of samsara: Therefore, from one about to leave behind This body which is transitory and deceptive, Listen to his admonition which is solely for your benefit: In worldly things there is no abiding essence. Although you may hold, in this your life, To it as true, it will most likely deceive you. Once you have fully understood that you cannot rely On that which is impermanent and without essence, Attend to the real meaning of Being straight away.

Inspiration from Now That I Come To Die

posted 2011 Mar 04 Homage to Him who, after completing All that was to be done by him, went to Kushinagara, Truly the most wondrous city, To teach a lesson to those who believe in everlastingness.

Inspiration from Now That I Come to Die

posted 2011 Feb 17 Homage to all noble persons endowed with great compassion. Homage to Him who is the sun, shining in the wondrous brightness of what is good and pure, In the primordial (sky-like) ground of Being; Displaying various manifestations of His compassion And looking after living beings by His charismatic actions. Longchenpa, Now That I Come to Die