How to Pick a Teacher

The Third Truth of the Four Noble Truths, the cessation of suffering (liberation and Nibbana), is not just a concept but a profound and transformative principle at the heart of the Buddha's teaching. It signifies the extinguishment of the Three Poisons (Lust, Hatred, and Delusion), a principle that should guide your search for a spiritual teacher.

Therefore, to learn how to eliminate the Three Poisons, seek a teacher who has eliminated them within oneself. Observe the potential teacher's words and actions to see if the Three Poisons are absent; watch for a long time to be sure.