Shukaku nodded, only half understanding. "Uchiha brat, you're more capable than Bunpuku and know more. How do you think I should practice Buddhism?"
"Making a vow means setting an aspiration, then acting on it.
It's an ongoing process. You have to keep that aspiration in mind as you act for it to become firm.
I'd suggest you start by visualizing whatever you want to visualize, then make your vow before and after each visualization."
"What is visualization?"
"Imagine an object in your mind, then observe it. Whenever your attention wanders, gently bring it back."
"Then do I need to resolve my resentment toward Stinky Fox?"
"No! Once you reach that level, you'll naturally let go of all resentment and hatred. Nothing in the world will weigh on your mind."
Uchiha Yan hadn't lied to him. Those who practiced Buddhism correctly truly could let go of those grudges.
But more people forced themselves to suppress their grudges rather than see through them, ultimately straying from Buddhism onto a demonic path.
After answering Shukaku's questions, Uchiha Yan turned his gaze to Rasa.
"Gaara is still young. What I promised you before can wait until he's older. Here are some introductory materials you can teach him."
As he spoke, Uchiha Yan handed Rasa a sealing scroll containing the Thousand Character Classic and other introductory books.
Rasa accepted the scroll with a smile. "I'm grateful you remembered. Is this what Uchiha Itachi studies too?"
"Yes! But Gaara is different from Itachi, so don't push him too hard. No one in all of Konoha can compare to Itachi."
"Hahaha, but I didn't see him there. That means he still couldn't measure up to Itachi in the end."
"He died!"
Rasa froze, then realized he meant that Uchiha Itachi had died before that great battle.
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