Padmasambhava

There is no difference between sharp and dull faculties.

When you understand that the innate nature

free from bias and partiality, is present in yourself.

There is no difference between great and small learning.

Even though your body, the support for the mind falls apart,

The Dharmakaya of awareness wisdom is unceasing.

When you gain stability in this unchanging state, there is no difference between a long or short lifespan.

Don't mistake words and meaning.

Don't part from your friend, diligence.

Embrace everything with mindfulness.

Don't indulge in idle talk and pointless gossip.

Don't become involved in common aims.

Don't disturb yourself with the worry of offspring.

Don't excessively crave food and drink.

Your life is running out.

So be diligent.

Practice this instruction for an old man on the verge of death.

Because of pointing the staff at Sherab Gulpo's heart, this is called the instruction of pointing the staff at the old man.

Sherab Gulpo of Nog was liberated and attained accomplishment.

This was written down by the Princess of Karchen for the sake of future generations.