“You must be your own light to dispel the darkness. You must be your own protector. To do so, hold the dharma like a lamp. Hold the dharma as a protector and guardian. The dharma is the beacon of light that shows you the way.” --Shakyamuni Buddha's words before he passed away "The Victor is… Continue reading AN ACTUAL BEACON OF LIGHT NOT AN IMAGE OF ONE: THE DHARMA AS THE REAL REFUGE AND TEACHER; AND VINAYA AND SECRET MANTRA AND THE THREE SETS OF VOWS (Day Five, 17th Karmapa teachings, August 2022)