Never forget how swiftly this life will be over, like a flash of summer lightning or the wave of a hand. Now that you have the opportunity to practice dharma, do not waste a single moment on anything else. — Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche Copy Share Image
Even if death were to fall upon you today like lightning, you must be ready to die without sadness and regret, without any residue of clinging for what is left behind. Remaining in the recognition of the absolute view, you… — Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche Copy Share Image
Life is fragile, like the dew hanging delicately on the grass, crystal drops that will be carried away on the first morning breeze. — Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche Copy Share Image
It is our mind, and that alone, that chains us or sets us free. — Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche Copy Share Image
Spending your time with true spiritual friends will fill you with love for all beings and help you to see how negative attachment and… — Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche Copy Share Image
To meet someone who really hurts you is to meet a rare and precious treasure. Hold that person in high esteem, and make full… — Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche Copy Share Image
The towns and countryside that the traveller sees through a train window do not slow down the train, nor does the train affect them.… — Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche Copy Share Image
When a rainbow appears vividly in the sky, you can see its beautiful colors, yet you could not wear as clothing or put it… — Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche Copy Share Image
To expect happiness without giving up negative action is like holding your hand in a fire and hoping not to be burned. Of course,… — Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche Copy Share Image
To feel overflowing love and almost unbearable compassion for all living creatures is the best way to fulfil the wishes of all the Buddhas… — Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche Copy Share Image
Devotion is the essence of the path, and if we have in mind nothing but the guru and feel nothing but fervent devotion, whatever… — Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche Copy Share Image
Do not encumber your mind with useless thoughts. What good does it do to brood on the past or anticipate the future? Remain in… — Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche Copy Share Image
When death finally comes you will welcome it like an old friend, being aware of how dreamlike and impermanent the pheneomenal world really is. — Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche Copy Share Image
