October 1, 2004

Constant True Friends

Imagine.

Close your eyes and imagine an infinite collection of true friends who are always available to provide you with a peaceful place of pleasure, relief, protection and great support.

Unencumbered by longing and immune from distraction and delusions these true friends are able through their tranquil, calm, clear minds to provide you with compassion constantly. They employ brilliant wisdom and use their well-timed tact to help enlighten your mind, freeing it from suffering.

These true friends are a blessing, for they always bring the best qualities out in you.


A good image, that.

With thanks to Nara, and the authors of the Threefold Lotus Sutra

Posted to Peace, Personal, Philosophy by Keith Pitty
Comments

Keith, thanks, that's a beautiful and rich image - the last line expresses perfectly for the spiritual dimensions of true friendship (which is something I'm thinking a lot about recently both personally and for my PhD!)

Rob

Posted by: Rob Urquhart at October 2, 2004 11:35 AM

As I read through that unexpected piece there were happy shivers running up and down my spine. That's not a really common occurrence for me so worthy of comment. Thanks to Keith and Robert.

Posted by: Malcolm. at October 2, 2004 12:20 PM

So lovely and clear, you have said something true, Keith. Thank you.

Andrew

Posted by: Andrew at October 4, 2004 1:54 AM