If this page about to be shown without frames, force TOC frame at left. Relating to a Spiritual Mentor by Ven.
Some people wonder if it's necessary to have a spiritual master.
To learn worldly skills, for example reading, carpentry or surgery we need a teacher. It's difficult and even dangerous to learn on our own. Since we depend on teachers to learn ordinary skills, we certainly need the guidance of qualified teachers for spiritual matters, which are more profound, complex, and influence not only this life, but many future lives as well. Because spiritual mentors will have a great influence on us, it is important to choose them carefully. It is our responsibility to checks someone's qualities before considering him or her our spiritual mentor.