Practice to become a Great One of Merit

To be initiated is to bow to and follow the guidance of the Enlightened Master or Guru, to support the mission of Buddha, to practice Dharma teachings, and to honor the Sangha Holy Order.

Once you bow to a master and take refuge with him, you must listen to the master's words, respect the master, make offerings to the master, and cultivate Dharma with great diligence.

Esoteric Buddhism teaches the attainment of Buddhahood with this body. In other words, to attain awakening in this one lifetime. You will not wait until the next lifetime. If you want to become a Buddha, then it must be based on the foundation of great merit.

How do you become a great one of merit? A Buddha sees every being as his own father and his own mother. When from the bottom of your heart you are able to see every being as your own father and mother then you will be able to bear whatever praise or criticism from anybody. Slowly you will learn to forgive others. Over time you will begin to develop patience and tolerance. But realize this, the wisdom of patience and tolerance is only the beginning foundation to become a great one of merit. Best wishes to you to attain enlightenment soon.