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All that the Tathagata has transmitted to you, you must carefully and skillfully study, observe, practice, and verify for yourselves in order to transmit it to future generations. Living and practicing the Way should continue to assure the peace, joy, and happiness of all beings.
Thich Nhat Hanh • Old Path White Clouds: The Life Story of the Buddha
Zen Buddhism over the past two millennia has been, with a few notable exceptions, the history of monks and monastic practice. While there are now vibrant monastic communities firmly established here in America, the history of Zen has gradually, subtly, but inexorably, shifted out of the monastery and into the daily life of lay practice. Lay practic
... See moreBarry Magid • Ending the Pursuit of Happiness: A Zen Guide
The goal of the Zen koan is enlightenment, which is a profound change of heart. This change of heart makes the world seem like a different place; with it comes a freedom of mind and an awareness of the joy and kindness underlying daily life.
John Tarrant • Bring Me the Rhinoceros: And Other Zen Koans That Will Save Your Life
Dr. Halifax is a Buddhist teacher, Zen priest, anthropologist, activist, and author of several books on Engaged Buddhism.
Brené Brown • Braving the Wilderness: The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone
I had many teachers, but the most central were two of the wisest Theravada teachers of the past century: one in Thailand, Ajahn Chah, and one in Burma, Mahasi Sayadaw.
Jack Kornfield • Bringing Home the Dharma: Awakening Right Where You Are
“I have no peace of mind [hsin],” said Hui-k’o. “Please pacify my mind.” “Bring out your mind here before me,” replied Bodhidharma, “and I will pacify it!” “But when I seek my own mind,” said Hui-k’o, “I cannot find it.” “There!” snapped Bodhidharma, “I have pacified your mind!”15 g At this moment Hui-k’o had his awakening, his tun-wu or satori, so
... See moreAlan W. Watts • The Way of Zen
