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The Purpose of a Practitioner’s Daily Recitation of the Four Great Vows

When a practitioner recites the Four Great Vows each day, they are in effect taking a fresh vow — but what does this act truly mean? It is a promise to all sentient beings that you will help them, a pledge to every living creature: “I wi...

When a practitioner recites the Four Great Vows each day, they are in effect taking a fresh vow — but what does this act truly mean? It is a promise to all sentient beings that you will help them, a pledge to every living creature: “I will definitely help you.” That is the entire purpose of reciting this vow each day.

Original Title: [Master’s Heart Dharma Teachings] Making Vows, Setting Aspirations

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