Studying Theory Is for the Sake of Realization

Studying theory is for the sake of practical realization; only through practical realization can one operate, and only when one can operate does it have practical value. Only when it is practical can body and mind benefit, and only when body and mind benefit can afflictions be removed. Only when afflictions are removed can one transform oneself, and only by transforming oneself can one attain liberation and great ease.

If the theory one studies cannot lead to practical realization, one cannot obtain true benefit, and thus will not attain liberation and ease. Theory is studied and mastered by the mind consciousness, while practical realization is realized by the manas. Removing afflictions and transforming oneself is governed by the manas, and attaining liberation and ease is enjoyed by the entire body and mind—the five aggregates. Each link in this process is accomplished through the tathāgatagarbha cooperating by outputting seeds.

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