Buddhist-Meditation-Systematic-and-Practical

Mahayana meditator many heavenly women playing
music may awaken the mind. One who practices the
Hinayana will probably not see forms but may hear a
heavenly voice—even that of the Buddha himself.
Anyway, whatever the yogi's stage, a sound will awaken
him, calling: "bhiksu, yogi—so many sentient beings
await salvation; so many good deeds are to be done; so
many Buddhas are waiting to see your Full
Enlightenment—Thus with so much remaining to be
done, get up early!"
A bodhisattva should get up to do the many good
actions necessary in the Saha world, while arhat,
bhiksus must hear the voice of the Buddha calling out to
them: "Wake up to the Mahayana way!" At this time of
the day, a meditator may get some short, powerful, or
even amazing instructions.
2. Opening the Eyes
The eyes must be opened after the mind is thoroughly
awake. During awakening, lie on the back; do not open
the eyes while lying on one side. When the mind is
awake, think to oneself, "The Buddhas, dakinis, and
gods are so merciful to me; if I were not called by them
I might die in my sleep."
In Hinayana think, "All things are impermanent and I
am very fortunate to be able to get up again. Should I
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