Dear friends, the purpose of Chan training is to clarify our vision so that we can gain insight into our true identities. Chan enables us to transcend our human nature and realize our Buddha Nature.
Centuries ago, our Chan Meditation sect was founded and formed by two great men: the First Patriarch, Bodhidharma, who came to China from the West, and Hui Neng, the Chinese-born Sixth Patriarch.
Because of these two men, Chan flourished, spreading throughout China and into many distant lands. Now, what were the most important teachings of Bodhidharma and Hui Neng? "Rid the mind of egotism! Free it of defiling thoughts!"
If these directives are not followed, there can be no success in Chan practice. The Chan Path lies before you! Follow it! It will deliver you to peace, joy, truth and freedom.
