In the Shobogenzo,
Dogen Zenji says that whether one is clever or dull doesn't matter. If we
practice zazen, we will get the same attainment. This is Buddhist
understanding, or a Buddhist idea, of human character. This point should always
be remembered, especially by the intelligent ones. When the clever ones do not
help others, the Sangha will be destroyed. Only when clever and talented people
help others will the Sangha last long. This is our teaching. -------------------------------- Excerpt from Shunryu Suzuki lecture - 68-02-00-D as found on shunryusuzuki.com. Edited by DC
