Wisdom of the Masters Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche ~ The Empty Nature of Thoughts ~ Dzogchen
Nov 26, 2025
Renowned Tibetan Dzogchen master Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche, known for his profound teachings and influential role in modern Tibetan Buddhism, guides listeners through the concept of the mind's empty nature. He explains that phenomena are mere mind projections lacking permanence. Rinpoche emphasizes recognizing thoughts as empty to dissolve attachment and prevent delusion. By understanding the intrinsic nature of the mind, one can transmute negative perceptions into pure awareness. Insight into the transient nature of thoughts leads to awakening and wiser living.
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Phenomena Are Mind's Projections
- All phenomena of samsara and nirvana are projections of the mind and lack true, permanent existence.
- Recognizing the mind's empty nature reveals that thoughts are appearances without inherent substance.
Deluded Mind Is A Turbulent Vortex
- The ordinary deluded mind is a turbulent vortex driven by attachment, anger, and ignorance.
- Once you recognise mind's intrinsic nature, arising thoughts can no longer fool you or control behavior.
Recognize Thoughts As Empty Immediately
- Whenever a thought develops, recognize it as empty so it loses compelling power and won't generate attachment or hatred.
- Allow thoughts to dissolve by seeing mind as both creator and perceiver of samsara and nirvana.
