Dive Into the Essence of Skillful Means

This 21-page PDF by Mark Griffin is a transformative guide to understanding the spiritual principle of “skillful means.” Delivered at the renowned Vajrapani Institute, this talk delves into the concept of the mind as a mirror reflecting “false light” and explores the journey from individual identity to the universal Self. Mark explains:

“Skillful means is a spiritual principle: that which is known by the mind is a reflection of what is called “false light” or “false knowledge”; but that the mind itself is a mirror, and in the sense of the mirror, it is a non-reality. If I were to have a mirror in my hand and hold it up, and I hold it in such a way that I could see Kai in the mirror, well that’s not Kai, that’s a reflection of Kai; Kai’s over there. That’s what the mind does. What appears in the mind is the reflection of a reality that is originating from a deeper place. I mean, I couldn’t get in the car with the reflection of Kai and drive back to LA with him; I need the real Kai. And that’s what the mind does.

This is what I talk about when I say, “identity”. In the journey from separate identity or individual identity to universal identity, which is called the Self, the individual identity is equivalent to the reflection of you in the mirror. It is reflecting something deeper, something that originates from a deeper place, a deeper cause.”

What You’ll Learn:

• The Nature of Mind: Understand how the mind reflects but does not embody reality, akin to a mirror showing a reflection but not the actual object.
• False Light vs. True Reality: Explore the idea of “false knowledge” and how it relates to spiritual practice.
• Identity and the Self: Follow the journey from separate, individual identity to the realization of the universal Self.

Key Highlights:

• Recorded at the Vajrapani Institute, a renowned spiritual center in Boulder Creek, CA.
• A deep dive into the core of spiritual understanding, reflecting Mark Griffin’s unique insights.
• Perfect for seekers interested in the intersection of philosophy, meditation, and non-dual awareness.

Who Should Read This PDF?

• Spiritual practitioners exploring the nature of identity and mind.
• Students of non-duality and meditation looking for practical insights.
• Anyone curious about the deeper truths behind reality and self-awareness.