The Original Mind Is Beyond All Thought" Do not hate the origin of thoughts or stop thoughts from arising; simply realize that our original mind, from the very beginning, is beyond all thought, so that no matter what happens, you never get involved with the thoughts. It enlightens the original mind, and no other understanding is needed. However, if you get attached [to] the desire for enlightenment, then it will become a source of illusion. the original mind is beyond all thought, and do not become in the least attached to your nascent thoughts, be it good or evil, Buddhism or worldly matters, your affairs or others, whatever they may be, let them arise or cease as they will., and so you will naturally accept the original mind. Thoughts arise

temporarily in response to what is seen and heard; you must have faith that the original mind that is realized is not different." #Bankei