Concluding Remarks

As one of four treatises by Bodhidharma, the Bloodstream Treatise is concise in words and profound in meaning. Its depth exceeds that of many sutras and is close or comparable to Dzogchen and Mahamudra. My interpretation of the Bloodstream Treatise is based on the teachings in Dzogchen, Mahamudra, and the third turning of the wheel of Dharma, so any deviation in meaning should be slight. After studying the Bloodstream Treatise , the Platform Sutra, and other such content, you will at least have a certain understanding of enlightenment, which is sure to be helpful on the path to awakening in the future. Following this, you can find very specific and systematic methods in Dzogchen, Mahamudra and other esoteric practices to achieve a more comprehensive approach.

The core concept throughout the Bloodstream Treatise is the nature of mind, which is also the main theme expounded in the third turning of the wheel of Dharma. Whether you are a practitioner or not, it is essential to understand the nature of your mind. For ordinary people, the most important things in this life are health, happiness, and wealth. The first two are closely related to one's own mind and consciousness. For those who yearn for liberation, realizing the true nature of mind holds even greater significance, because it is the only way to achieve liberation. Therefore, everyone must study hard, practice, and apply these teachings in daily life and work.

What constitutes working hard? The first is to listen, contemplate, and practice while trying to accumulate merit as much as possible; the second is to work hard to repent and purify karma; the third is to practice guru yoga and supplicate to the guru. All in all, we should try our best to create various conditions for enlightenment, which will naturally occur when the causes and conditions ripen. We may not be able to attain worldly success during our lifetime, but if we dedicate ourselves to spiritual practice, we will certainly achieve something! At that point, we can live not only a blessed and happy life, but a meaningful one as well!

Everyone has a chance to be enlightened, so please seize the opportunity!