In Vajrayana Buddhism, the guru (or lama) holds a unique and profound role that transcends the typical relationship between student and teacher.
While many spiritual traditions regard a teacher as a source of wisdom, in Vajrayana, the guru is considered the living embodiment of the enlightened state, the very gateway to realization. Without the guru, tantric practice is not just incomplete—it is impossible.
The word "guru" means "heavy" in Sanskrit, signifying the immense weight of knowledge and responsibility they bear.
A true Vajrayana guru is someone who has received proper empowerments, has been authorized through lineage transmission, and has realized the teachings through personal experience.
Devotion to the guru is not blind faith. Instead, it is a cultivated trust that arises from rigorous examination and long-term relationship.
According to the Vajrayana texts, devotion (Tibetan: mo-gu) acts as the fertile ground from which realization arises.
In many tantric scriptures, such as the "Tantra of the Great Perfection," it is said that the guru's mind and the student’s mind are inseparable.
However, choosing a guru is ag sacred responsibility. The student must take time to observe the guru’s conduct, motivation, and teachings before establishing the relationship.
Once the connection is formed, it becomes a living commitment grounded in ethics, trust, and clarity.
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*This article is intended solely for general illustration and educational reading. It does not disclose any secret tantric texts or teachings, and makes no attempt to transmit esoteric instructions that are restricted or require formal empowerment. All effort has been made to respect the sacred boundaries of Vajrayana practice and to uphold the integrity of samaya vows and Dharma protectors.*
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