Attaining the primordial sphere of reality,
Control over all outer and inner elements,
With miraculous emanations, finishing, subduing,
Illusionist, steersman of all that exists,
Even the earth and stones became
Heaps of jewels through the blessings of truth!
Wild animals set to work like the tamed precious horse,
Sending multiple emanations into space
Like vultures and collecting them back into one!
Signs of accomplishment, infinite,
Such as nakedly seeing all hidden places,
With play of various spectacles, countless,
Pure timeless wisdom, itself, arising!
Those of different aspirations and constitutions,
And especially those who are difficult to subdue,
Caught in a net of mistaken belief,
You released and set onto the perfect path!
The melodious sound of your name’s renown
Encompasses the entire round of space!

Lion of Siddhas — The Life and Teachings of Padampa Sangye

It is thus for those wishing to set their feet upon the path of liberation.  From before our time and now into the future there is not a single buddha whom has not attained the full fruit of enlightenment without the guidance of a qualified spiritual friend.  It is said that without devotion to the spiritual friend, it is like attempting to climb a mountain blind without hands and feet.  It is through our devotion that the blessings flow into our hearts opening the doors to the profound realization of ultimate truth beyond suffering.