Search for Truth
	CHAPTER 2
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	CHE FATT
	Calmness in mind, practise with diligence
	Hoping to achieve, stillness must be the ultimate
	Erode not the Truth, make way for realization
	Furthest step may only be an illusion
	Aiming for the best, pride one must not possess
	Taking things in their natural forms
	Taking care that the nature is preserved
	Stillness was mentioned in the first chapter. But to truly
	attain stillness is not an easy task. However, if one were
	to attain the stage of self realization, one must be a master
	of stillness. To master it there are many ways. Stillness
	attained by meditation is the most common one. But many may
	ask what stillness is. What is meditation? What is the link
	between these two?
	When a person meditates, he tries to achieve tranquility.
	When tranquility is achieved, the mind will be at peace.
	Being peaceful to the surrounding, nothing can disturb him.
	Therefore, calmness is being practised. But calmness is slightly
	different from total stillness. A mind may be calm yet total
	stillness is not observed. For the practising of meditation,
	calmness may be the first stage. But the actual ultimate aim
	of meditation is to reach the state of total stillness. Upon
	reaching this stage, much realization one may see. The
	realization of Truth will bring out the true self that
	is well-hidden within the physical body.
	Some may ask, how many ways there are in meditation.
	In the most common practice, the students mainly sit
	cross-legged and try to meditate. They will try to
	concentrate on one object. It is even better if they can
	attain a stage of objectless awareness. But when they can
	attain through meditation and obtain the stage of total
	stillness, then this same stillness can be observed while
	sitting, standing, walking or merely lying down. For when
	stillness is attained, serene will be the mind.
	Thus, at all times their thinking and pureness of
	mind are always in the stillness form. But, human must
	not misunderstand the meaning of stillness. Stillness
	does not mean that there is no action. Though inactive
	in its tranquil state, yet everything can still be realized.
	Some people think that meditation is merely sitting down,
	trying to keep minds clear and blank. If this be true,
	how then can they attain the Truth and find their true-selves?
	Therefore, remember that real is unreal, unreal yet real.
	Emptiness is not truly empty in its way. Though not empty,
	emptiness must be observed in certain way. It is often easier
	said than done and many have meditated in the wrong way. I
	hope that by going through this in a simple form, you will
	realize what meditation actually is.
	Many people seek answers for the images and colors seen
	During meditation. Some think that it is a good sign, yet
	some are afraid of it. All things, whether good or evil,
	begin from the heart. Understand and realize that everything
	is the creation of one's own mind. When a person is sitting down,
	trying to erase all problems and to attain the stage of calmness,
	the mind will be the first thing that he must learn to control.
	Colors are often sighted, but do not think too much of them.
	Though they have their own presentations, they must not affect
	one's calmness at all. When the color stage has passed, some
	may think that they see Heavenly Beings or images of such.
	It may be real, yet unreal. If one sees such images, do not
	think that one has achieved for this could merely be a test
	set by one's own self. Remember that meditation is not for you
	to see Heavenly Beings nor is it a practice for power. The
	so-called power is not the ultimate aim of meditation.
	Many people see meditation as an art of practising power,
	power of healing and power to control. If 'Power'
	is sighted at all, then you may land yourself in trouble
	that you know not. For when one is crazy for power and fame,
	the heart that should be pure could easily be misled. Thus,
	one must understand that goodness comes from the heart and
	so does evil thought. Be pure and aim only for the right thing.
	When one can reach the stage of no-self, yet one's true self
	controls, then one may realize things as the Sages do.
	To observe the rules of meditation, one must leam the
	illusion of the mind, for this illusion of mind may prove
	to be one's downfall. Do not allow the surrounding
	environment to be one's fear. The most noisy place may
	prove to be the best practising ground. If one practises in
	a secluded place, one is not actually practising. For being
	in a peaceful surrounding, no noise would be there to disturb
	him and therefore, it is easier to attain calmness. But,
	if one is in a busy place, one's mind may not be calm at all.
	After saying so much about meditation, I hope that all may
	Learn of its Truth. Strive on to the selfless point but do
	not allow things to stand still. Meditation can be a dangerous
	practice if one is not calm enough. Therefore, if one does
	not know, one must ask. Ask, but try to realize the essence
	that is being taught. Do not take things as they are without
	thinking about them again. Let your wisdom be your judge and
	allow your senses to be sensitive to all teachings. Remember
	that the six senses will always be around to tempt you. When
	they appear, treat them as your enemies and do not allow them
	to take over and control the mind. For, a master of stillness
	is always aware of temptations and is always ready to challenge
	them for the benefit of the good.
	SITTING LIKE A SAGE TO ATTAIN THE TRUTH
	SITTING cross-legged, one hopes to achieve
	LIKE a block of wood with senses seen
	A mind with illusion, yet power he thinks
	SAGE sits in a much different way
	TO attain self-realization is his aim
	ATTAIN the ultimate and true-self is revealed
	THE right way to master, one must observe
	TRUTH is made of unseen, yet sure things
	The lotus is a flower that many adore. Yet its breeding
	Ground is shunned by all. The sight of it looks like dirt,
	yet the beautiful lotus stands out for all. In this world,
	many would complain, complain of poverty and complain of
	pain. They complain when they are rich yet they do not
	realize the Truth of it. They search daily yet meet the wrong
	direction. Searching without any indication but they continue
	to search.
	Some would ask, what we are searching for and why we
	are searching. When a person is born, his nature is
	so pure. He seems to realize that this is not his
	permanent home. As time passes, dust particles cover
	his true self and because it is so well hidden, he must
	search for it. But he is fighting within himself, for
	evil and goodness will not mix. One part of him wishes
	to unite with the formless self yet the other part wishes
	to remain in, this glittering land.
	Many people search in the wrong manner. They travel
	thousands of mile to search for a master who can reveal
	the Truth and they would search and search for a few lines
	of utterances that may help them. But let me tell you, one
	may travel millions of mile, get thousands of utterances
	from masters and even if the right points are pointed out,
	you will still not attain unless you realize the Truth and
	follow up by your virtuous action and speech. Do not simply
	believe in whatever people tell, for there are many types
	of masters. Some believe that they are masters but phony
	they may prove to be. Thus, by following such a master,
	you will not be your own master and least of all to be
	others' master.
	Some masters might have attained certain stages and yet
	are not being able to resist the temptation of silver and
	gold. Their arts are merely taught to you in exchange for
	cash or kind. This type of masters will not reveal all.
	Therefore, you will not gain but merely think that you
	have attained because your master said so.
	There are masters who through diligent practice, attained
	the stage of total stillness. Thereby, they are firmly rooted
	and are not easily swayed. Their way of teaching is out of
	compassion and therefore, they will teach you in a true manner.
	By observing it, one may then attain. No matter which type of
	master you have, you must still judge well. Let your wisdom
	open up and allow the Truth to be realized. Everyone is capable
	of attaining the various stages of Heavenly Beings. How to
	achieve it depend on your true understanding.
	Walking miles and miles,
	to search for Heavenly Beings.
	A Being that can reveal
	the Truth to attainment stage.
	After walking for miles,
	sudden realization is seen.
	Realizing that searching afar,
	Truth you will not see.
	Near to you a Heavenly Being is already there.
	Search not too far, for the Truth is within.
	Seeing places of worship everywhere
	Of which plenty are not revealed
	Only in terms of help obtained
	Never have the right spirit seen
	Yet the unknown Truth
	A person should search for
	Never let the holy place be misused
	Getting the right spiritual attitude in.
	Many people would seek everywhere. They would go
	to any praying place that provides help and within a
	short distance, three to four of the same kind are seen.
	Questions would then be asked: who has the rightful spirit
	that takes the seat? Let me tell you briefly, "all places
	are alike. The only difference is the attitude of the people
	who are in charge of the place. For goodness and evil come
	from the same place. Let the place be pure, then all work is
	pure. Let the people within have the right compassion, then
	things will be alike."
	I hope that worshippers go for the sake of learning
	and for the sake of Truth. One should not go to the holy
	place merely to seek help in kind or gold. If real
	assistance is required to cure him, the thought of going
	there may not be too wrong. In this present world, many
	people seek chances to get gold. With this type of
	attitude in going to the holy place,
	one may as well do not go. A holy place should
	be given due respect, even if human differences are seen
	within. The respect is not for humans but for the Masters
	who teach the Truth. One must learn why one goes to such a
	holy place and he must know the purpose of it. Virtuous
	teachings are taught in all sectors, but whether or not they
	are observed, only the humans would know! Many would question
	that if the holy place is not for seeking help, what then is
	it for? A holy place is set up to pay respect to the various
	teachers and masters. It should by right be a place where
	Truth is told since the teachings come from the various teachers
	and the Truth is passed down from time immemorial. It should be
	a place where harmony is observed, thus, giving rise to
	brotherhood. If all within the four seas are brothers, then a
	harmonious place this world will be A place where virtues are
	taught, virtuous deeds and not mere words must be performed.
	With the right attitude of mind, help those who need help.
	Encourage all to attain the perfect stage, yet one must not
	be in a hurry to attain. Take things step by step, take on
	the journey as courageously as one would,
	There are also people who travel all the way to holy
	places to seek not in a greedy manner but they go for
	fear of GOD and not respect. They fear that if incense
	and prayers are; not offered they would be punished by
	losses. It may be good only in a way, for they fear too much
	and thus, restrain from evil deeds. But this will not help
	them to break the recycle and they may find difficulties
	in obtaining the Truth.
	All holy places have their uses and hold the same Truth.
	Truth known by the Heavenly Ones is the same. But remember
	that Truth known to human is not the same. Therefore when
	one attends such places to learn, one should choose as if
	choosing a master. For Truth is open to all. Reveal it to
	all those who have the wisdom to understand. Truth has no
	secrecy and Truth should not be hidden from human knowledge.
	The compassion of the Heavenly Beings is so great, so much
	so that Buddhahood is given up, unless all beings are saved.
	Lectures after lectures are given in different places and
	forms and with the increasing urgency, humans should
	learn of timing.
	In the human world, many questions are being put forward;
	And those that should be answered are these: If Truth is
	alike and if all Heavenly Beings are the same, why then
	exist so many different sects? Are the few accepted
	religions not enough? Talking about these five religions,
	is one not enough if Truth is alike? These are the questions
	that rule the man's mind and doubts exist, giving rise to
	fear in man when he talks of religion.
	Truth, though alike, is accepted differently by man. The
	five religions came in many years apart, with the closest
	being the Taoism and Confucianism. These are for the benefit
	of mankind. In different places and time man sees things
	in different ways. In the East, Buddhism may be well accepted,
	yet in the West, Christianity holds the hearts of the people.
	Since Truth is the same and Truth guides man back to their
	Homeland what is the difference whether Truth is told in a
	different way? There may be different ways, yet the essence
	remains. If these religions can enter into man's heart in their
	own way and help them back, then nothing is wrong.
	The differences seen by man in this religious world are
	due to the different ways of propagating the Truth. Truth
	is but one, but man roams this world in huge numbers. Let
	not the differences in religion be the main point of fighting
	among yourselves. Be satisfied with your own and let others
	have theirs. Just as a son of a family goes over and
	questions another family's members on the manner taught
	by their parents. Let me ask you this: do you think that
	the parent of the first family have taught their son well
	n manners? Through this simple example, I hope you may realize
	its meaning. Live well among all, irrespective of religion,
	race and color. That would be the first practice in a
	man's lifetime.
	The sects that come, do not curse or believe them without
	thinking. If Truth is taught and its teachings are to
	benefit man, then these sects merely follow the teachings
	and Truth of the main religions. For all these differences
	are man-made. When man cannot accept things within his own
	religion or own holy place he tends to create something new.
	mankind, man's new creation cannot deviate from the ancient
	teachings. See and listen and benefit only from the Truth.
	Believe the teachings with an understanding and remain in
	calmness, even if the 'sea' is rough. Therefore, it is the
	hope of the ABOVE that man do not seek blindly to believe.
	Believe only with reason. Believe only the Truth and at the
	same time, give it a benefit of doubt. Let your wisdom judge.
	Judge well prior to acceptance or rejection. Things must be
	Carefully weighed and one who has a clear mind will see the
	Truth. All men come from the same root and with this root,
	all are alike. Differences are seen because through time,
	man has been blinded by glittering materials and saw them
	as gold. The extent of blindness depends on how much
	glittering dust covers the eyes. Cleanse it 'with the
	Truth and your eyes will be reopened and you will then
	see the Path. Seeing the Path is not good enough, walking
	the journey of this Path and to reach the destination
	should be your aim. By searching for the Path yet not
	walking the road, the search will be a waste.
	SEARCH
	Searching for the Path, the Truth must first be found
	Erase all thoughts of evil and let the Light guide
	Amend the wrong deeds with virtuous acts
	Result in the growth of the right fruit
	Challenge the unknown that blocks your way
	Holding the Truth, Heavenly Way you gain.