An American embraces Buddhism and accepts the Dalai Lama as his guru.A dialogue between the Guru and Shishya:-
Shishya:-I am sick of the American way of life! Sir,I want enlightenment.You are known to be an enlightened person.Please show me the way.
Guru:-Indeed I have attained Nirvana through the 8 fold path of Buddha.I am ready to accept you as my disciple,if you are prepared to help the cause.
Shishya:-Anything,Sir! I will do everything that is expected of me.
Guru:-Take this string of beads and keep on chanting "Buddham sharanam gacchami.Dhammam sharanam gacchami' and you will attain to Nirvana.You must also enroll 100 new members every month.
Shishya-I am already feeling much better by being in your exalted presence.I will follow your instructions to the letter.
Guru-Since you are famous in America,you must arrange TV interviews and introduce me to the rich and powerful of America so that we can spread the gospel of Buddha in America.
Shishya-I am conviced of the illusory nature of the world and Nirvana to be the goal of life.
Guru-I hereby rename you as 'Tathagata'.Adopt the Buddhist way of life and soon you will be a Guru yourself.My blessings,my child.
