The practice of all the bodhisattvas is to subdue the mind,
With the forces of loving kindness and compassion.
For unless the real adversary — my own anger — is defeated,
Outer enemies, though I may conquer them, will continue to appear.

Gyelse Tokme Zangpo

The Thirty-Seven Practices of All the Bodhisattvas

translated by Adam Pearcey


source: http://www.lotsawahouse.org/tibetan-masters/gyalse-thogme-zangpo/37-practices-all-bodhisattvas


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