'Here again we are repeating our motivation to attain enlightenment for the benefit of all beings. The Bodhisattva vow, our commitment, is the seed of enlightenment. It is formulated in front of the Buddhas, the perfect witnesses.'

'Just as the Buddhas of the past developed enlightened mind and progressively trained as Bodhisattvas, I too will develop enlightened mind, and train progressively in order to help beings.'

from: "Wisdom, Merit, and Purification through the Blessing of the 35 Buddhas; A Text for Daily Practice," pg 53, compiled by Shamar Rinpoche.