Removing the conception of I

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If this doctrine is not understood thoroughly,

The conception of an I prevails,

Hence come virtuous and non-virtuous actions

Which give rise to good and bad rebirths.

 

Therefore, as long as the doctrine removing

The conception of I is not known,

Take heed of the practices

Of giving, ethics, and patience.

 

 

-Nagajuna, " Precious Garland "

From 365 Buddha: Daily Meditations, edited by Jeff Schmidt.

Reprinted by arrangement with Tarcher/Putnam, a division of Penguin

Putnam Inc.