Sūtra of the Teaching on the Four Dharmas (Sanskrit: ārya-catu[h]-dharma-nirdhesha-nāma-mahāyāna-sūtra,Tibetan: phags pa chos bzhi stan pa zhes bya ba theg pa chen po’i mdo)

The "Four Dharmas" (Tib: chos bzhi) of the title refer to the Four Powers (T: stobs bzhi), that is, the four powers of karmic purification. These same Four Powers later became extremely important for the Mahāyāna tradition, in general, and the Tantric (Vajrayāna) Buddhist tradition in particular, largely due to the popular purification practice of the deity Vajrasattva, in which the Four Powers play a central role as the main methodology of praxis. The Sūtra gives us a unique view into the early scriptural origins of an influential practice of "confession" and "karmic purification" in Mahāyāna and Tantric Buddhism, one of the most wide-spread of its type.

The Four Powers as given in the Sūtra are as follows:

(1). rnam par sun ‘byin pa’i stobs: the power of strong remorse (or regret)
(2). gnyen po kun tu spyod pa’i stobs: the power of full application of the antidote (or counteracting force)
(3). sor chus par byed pa’i stobs: the power of restoration (or renewal) and
(4). rten gyi stobs: the power of support (or fortification).

"Buddhist teachings describe in completely unambiguous terms the qualities of an authentic spiritual master as well as the characteristics of those that are to be considered harmful. (By way of information I have attached, a traditional description to the end of the present letter.)

Would-be disciples are advised not to commit themselves to any master without first examining him or her in fine detail, first from afar, then through consultation with third parties, and then by direct personal encounter—in order to make sure that the reputation enjoyed by a given master actually corresponds to the reality. One is even recommended to wait for several years before entrusting oneself to the direction of a master and following his teachings. To frequent and commit oneself to a false and unqualified master is as dangerous, it is said, as drinking poison.

The Dalai Lama constantly advises his hearers, both Eastern and Western, to reflect deeply before studying with a master, in order to avoid bitter regrets should matters turn out badly. He has also declared on many occasions that when a so-called master behaves in a manner that is inconsistent with the teachings, and especially if he behaves in a way that is harmful to the people in his entourage, it is incumbent on the disciples themselves to expose and denounce such behaviour."

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Be a diligent Dharma guardian not over others ~ but rather that of your own Body, Speech & Mind.

Much Love Always ,
NDR .(Namgyal Dawa Rinpoche

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The Stupa of Many Treasures Buddha (from the Lotus Sutra)

Green Tara

The Padma Shelpuk Cave

The 'Lotus Crystal Cave' — a famous pilgrimage site located at about four hours' trekking distance above Dzongsar Monastery.

It is counted as one of the twenty-five most important sacred places in all of East Tibet, representing the enlightened speech aspect of enlightened qualities. It is said to have been blessed by the four masters Garab Dorje, Shri Singha, Guru Rinpoche and Vairotsana. It was there that Chokgyur Dechen Lingpa discovered the Three Classes of the Great Perfection (Dzogchen Dé Sum) terma cycle, and Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo placed a statue of Guru Dewachenpo in the cave. Jamyang Khyentse Chökyi Lodrö would often stay there in the summer.

Orgyen Tobgyal Rinpoche writes:

Surrounded by white mountain cliffs, the valley of Meshö is like an open lotus flower and the foothills covered with meadows and forests. Flowers grow abundantly in summertime and water flows here and there. In the middle, the heart of the lotus, is a huge white rock with a cave in the center called Padma Shelpuk, the Lotus Crystal Cave. The rock, cave and surrounding area are all white in color. The cave contains many naturally appearing images and letters. Yeshe Tsogyal practiced in a small cave to the left, which has windows which also appeared naturally, though they look man-made. The practice caves of Vairotsana and Shri Singha with their naturally-appeared thrones are at the top of the rock. The Padma Shelpuk, which people called the Ghost Cave, was a cave no one dared visit. Whoever went there was eaten right away. People sometimes saw a one-eyed woman they said was the ghost. A bald-headed man riding on a goat was also seen.