The True Mind
Look beyond changing thoughts to the awareness in which they arise.
City of Ten Thousand Buddhas
The Shurangama Sutra
Recognizing the true mind and establishing a firm foundation for practice
Overview
The sutra investigates the nature of mind, the sense faculties, ethical discipline, meditative concentration, and discernment.
Study at CTTB joins careful reading, traditional commentary, recitation, ethical conduct, and reflection in daily life.
Key Teachings
Returning the Faculties
Turn attention back from objects and investigate seeing, hearing, and knowing.
Precepts & Samadhi
Ethical conduct protects concentration and gives wisdom a stable basis.
Discernment
Meditative experiences are met without fear, pride, or attachment.
Read the complete official text
The full sutra and commentary are hosted by the City of Ten Thousand Buddhas.