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is. This tantra is also the nature of the sacred deeds of all Buddhas. This tantra is what I have taught to liberate and fulfill the wishes of all. The mind of wisdom itself is the nature of this tantra. This is as rare as the appearance of a Buddha in the world. Wherever this is, all the Buddhas are. Therefore, the great bodhisattva should prophesy to those yogis who abide in vows and have vessels. Whoever holds and possesses this tantra is like a Buddha. Therefore, the retinue should also Look at him like a Buddha. Whichever yogi can explain and show this tantra is like Samantabhadra himself. All the retinues should listen to what he teaches. Then Vajrasattva said: "Blessed One, this tantra has completely revealed all the intentions and actions of the Sugatas. Whoever has faith in this tantra and is happy to practice and practice it, if he understands its meaning, he will become a Buddha. Those who do not believe in this tantra and slander it will not hear even the name of this tantra for countless kalpas, and will be born in the great hell of Avici. Wherever this tantra abides, and in the place where it is promoted and proclaimed, the great self and all its retinue should cherish it like a jewel on the crown." It should be cursed like this. From the Great Offering Tantra, the forty-fourth chapter, the chapter on vows. After speaking thus, all the Buddhas, including Vajrasattva, were enlightened as the nature of Samantabhadra's offerings. The Great Offering Tantra is complete. Conclusion: A summary of the viewing key points. Translated by Indian Khenpo Padmasambhava, Vimalamitra, and translator Nup Namkhai Nyingpo. Later proofread by the Nepalese Sudhara and Nup Sangye Yeshe.