淨界法師：不管遇到什麼事，必須先觀察自己

淨界法師 ：《佛法修學概要》
時間: 2013/04/17
地點：淨土教觀學苑（洛杉磯）
編號：第01集
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覺察的智慧是內觀的，跟別人也沒關係。就是不管你遇到什麼事情，第一件事情，先觀察自己，這很重要！這個次第不能錯！諸位！我們之所以有很多痛苦，就是我們對人生的操作有問題，操作錯誤，這個很嚴重啊！我們最嚴重的錯誤，就是遇到事情我們先看別人對不對，這是非常嚴重的錯誤！這就是為什麼我們永遠「常在燃燒中」。這個操作方式你不改變，你一輩子都沒有希望，你的正念永遠培養不起來，因為你永遠是向外攀緣，你頂多是個好人，你不可能變成一個道人。

佛陀告訴我們，人生的操作，發生第一件事情，先內觀，觀察自己的煩惱是不是在活動，這是空觀的智慧， 把自我意識空掉，這是要做的第一件事。內調，你要內觀才有資格外慈，幫助跟度化眾生。所以這個覺察是第一件事，先把你自己的煩惱賊調伏了，這是空觀的智慧。

The passage emphasizes the importance of cultivating *inner awareness and self-observation* as a foundational practice in life, particularly in Buddhist practice.

Inner Observation and Wisdom:
The *wisdom of awareness* (觉察的智慧) is primarily an inward-looking practice, focusing on one's own mind and emotions. It has nothing to do with others; it is solely about observing oneself. When you encounter any situation, the first step should always be to observe your own reactions and thoughts. This is crucial because it aligns with the correct order of practice in Buddhism.

The Root of Suffering:
Many of the sufferings we experience arise from a fundamental error in how we operate in life. The passage points out that our *biggest mistake* is that when something happens, we immediately look outward and judge others—whether they are right or wrong. This external focus is a *serious mistake* because it keeps us trapped in the cycle of suffering, described metaphorically as being "constantly in the flames" (常在燃烧中).

If you continue with this **external orientation**, your chances of developing true mindfulness (正念) are slim. This is because you're always seeking external validation or blaming others, which means you'll never cultivate the internal strength needed for deep spiritual growth. At best, you might become a morally good person, but you'll never evolve into a true practitioner or a "spiritual person" (道人).

The Buddha's Teaching:
According to the Buddha's teachings, the correct way to approach life and its challenges is to *first turn inward**. When something happens, your initial response should be **self-observation* (内观). Specifically, you should observe whether your own defilements or mental disturbances (烦恼) are being activated. This is a key aspect of the *wisdom of emptiness* (空观的智慧), which involves emptying out the ego and self-centeredness.

By focusing inward and calming your own internal disturbances, you create the right foundation for any external action. Only after you have *adjusted yourself internally* (内调) can you extend genuine compassion and assistance to others. This inward practice gives you the capacity to *help and guide others* effectively.

Conclusion:
The first and most important step in any situation is **self-awareness**. By observing and calming your own inner turmoil, you begin to embody the wisdom of emptiness. This practice is essential for personal transformation and is a prerequisite for being able to truly assist others. Without this inner work, any external action will be superficial and may even reinforce your own suffering.


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