Generating the Bodhi Mind – Overcoming Obstacles to Practice 16/07/2025

This document presents an excerpt from a lecture titled “Generating the Bodhi Mind: Overcoming Obstacles to Practice,” delivered by Venerable Master Bennie and produced by Chơn Ngộ (Grace Spirit) for the Australian Buddhist Practice Incorporated. The lecture, presented in a question-and-answer format between the Master and his disciples, explores the concept of Bodhi Mind through various metaphors, comparing it to a sharp sword for cutting through pride, a brave general for conquering demonic forces, a saw for severing ignorance, and an axe for eliminating suffering. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of cultivating virtues like generosity and mindfulness for spiritual progress, while the disciples frequently acknowledge their own shortcomings and the difficulty of genuine practice and understanding. The Master further elaborates on the true meaning of monastic life, stressing the significance of adhering to precepts, practicing diligently, and expressing gratitude to overcome karmic debt and achieve liberation.