In the 2024-01-28 class, we went through verse 84 of the Guru Puja, Reviewing the Stages of the Path.

• the importance of using intelligence and wisdom in conjunction with faith. The necessity of finding a qualified teacher is stressed, with advice on critically evaluating a teacher’s background and teachings.
• touches on the three scopes of Dharma practice: small, medium, and high, each focusing on different aspects of spiritual growth.
• The preciousness of human life, with emphasis on its rarity and potential for practicing Dharma and achieving enlightenment. It is urged to not to squander this opportunity of a human life.
• The importance of practicing generosity, patience, and ethical discipline, along with the need for dedication to these practices for a better rebirth.
• human capabilities in comparison to those of animals, underscoring the greater potential humans have beyond mere survival. Appreciate and utilize human life for spiritual practice, avoiding negative emotions and cultivating compassion, love, and tolerance.

2024-01-28 Recording