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An Arcanum of Intuition
As I continued my journey along the winding road, a breathtaking scene unfolded before my eyes. The once gloomy sky had transformed into a canvas of vibrant colors, as the heavy clouds gracefully dispersed, allowing the radiant sun to cast its golden rays upon the horizon. The road ahead seemed to glow with an ethereal luminosity, beckoning me to venture further.
A Most Luminous Light
As Evan’s arduous journey pressed on, he found himself confronted with a desolate plain that stretched out before him, a barren and bleak expanse that seemed to have been forsaken by the very gods themselves. The full moon, radiant and resplendent in all her glory, cast a contemplative gaze upon the land, as if hesitant to unveil the secrets that lay hidden within. Under the moon’s wavering light, the shadows seemed to come alive, dancing and swaying in their own peculiar rhythm, as if they possessed a life of their own.
Starship Unbound
Disembarking from the enigmatic tower, a peculiar sensation overcame Evan as a fiery tremble coursed through his entire body. His heart accelerated its rhythm, and the mind was consumed by tumultuous thoughts. He became acutely aware of the presence of portentous mysteries that surrounded him. Soon after, beams of light penetrated his very being, illuminating many things that had previously been shrouded in darkness, of whose existence Evan had been unaware. Veils were lifted, and whispers of wisdom echoed in his ears, causing all previous knowledge to take on a new and different meaning. He discovered a symphony of connections between disparate elements, previously thought to be unrelated. Objects that were once distant and dissimilar now appeared close and similar. In the sky, a colossal star appeared, surrounded by seven smaller stars whose rays intermingled, filling space with immeasurable radiance and splendor.
The Ubiquitous Edifice
The remarkable accomplishment of sealing the karmic voids left Evan in a state of astonishment.
“Indeed, you possess the extraordinary ability to dissolve and absolve the relentless cycle of the karmadhatu. Pray tell, how might such a feat be accomplished?”
The Twelve Holes of Karma
Suddenly, a realization of grandeur struck him with great force – he had been ensconced within the illustrious Tower all this time. Instead of the vast expanse of the sky, Evan was confronted with a radiant white ceiling. The sandy beach and far-off horizons were replaced by the curved white walls of the tower. His seating arrangement was no longer a weed-covered rock, but rather a sturdy stool crafted from pale steel. The circular area appeared to be vacant, with the exception of a central column that extended from the floor to the ceiling. However, the column’s surface appeared to be unsteady, as if it were in a perpetual state of gradual motion, akin to smoke. The scene had been naught but a reverie, a mirage, a grandiose illusion foolishly perceived as veritable and perpetuated by the human psyche’s yearning and lack of comprehension of the authentic essence of existence. Presently, there was now only an opulent emancipation from the constraints of time and space itself.
The Fourth Dhyana
Evan persisted in ruminating upon the irksome predicament before him, with a mind consumed by the weight of his thoughts.
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The Lower and the Higher
“What is the enigma shrouding the Tower?” inquired Evan.
The teacher replied, “My sole objective is to consistently assist you in unraveling the most significant enigma of all. This mystery surpasses all others, both past and future. Once you have deciphered it, all other mysteries will gradually become apparent, as they are illuminated by this one.”
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Tagged Bodhi, bodhipower, High and Low, sitting, Supraposition of the Mind
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The Resurgence of the Venerable Teacher
This impression endured for a fleeting moment, until his eyes readjusted and he was abruptly transported to the shoreline of an expansive beach, which appeared to be of an otherworldly magnitude, with colossal worlds suspended in the distance. Initially, he was under the impression that he was in a state of reverie. However, the authenticity of the waves crashing a few yards away from him and the slimy, algae-covered rocks that extended into the ocean could not be disputed. He ventured forth to discover what this new reality might bring.
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Tagged Ariyan Mind, bodhichild, bodhicitta, Buddha family, Ch'an Master
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The Mind Mirror
The frigid gusts of wind that assailed Evan’s countenance served to restore his equilibrium. He found himself enveloped in near-total obscurity. After a brief interval, the moon fleetingly emerged from behind a swarm of inky clouds, affording him the opportunity to re-orient himself. The ground beneath his feet was sodden and treacherous, indicative of a recent downpour. He proceeded with caution, mindful of the perilous footing. Clutching his metallic staff by its slender end, he employed it as a walking stick, and within a few minutes, he detected the unyielding surface of the pavement beneath his soles. The clouds once again parted, and the moon illuminated the thoroughfare that extended northward towards his objective.
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Tagged left brain, Mind Mirror, right brain, tower
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Adaptation
Evan was deeply disturbed by the deplorable condition of humanity. Adaptation was key. The phenomenon of adaptation is characterized by discernible patterns. When confronted with a novel or modified milieu, an individual may either successfully adapt and persevere, or succumb to psychological distress and retreat from the challenge of confronting unfamiliar circumstances. Evan experienced disillusion, yet he was not deceived. He was cognizant that the panorama exhibited in front of him was a mere contrivance. It was simply a three-dimensional holographic projection, projected in space to simulate the impression of a palpable actuality.