"Watermelons and Zen students grow pretty muchthe same way. Long periods of sitting 'till they ripen and grow all juicy inside, but when you knock them on the head to see if they're ready - sounds like nothing&
"Watermelons and Zen students grow pretty muchthe same way. Long periods of sitting 'till they ripen and grow all juicy inside, but<...
Here is a comprehensive introduction to Zen Buddhism for those who don't know how or where to begin, nor what to expect once they have started practicing. It includes the fundamentals of meditation practice (posture, technique, clothing), descriptions of the basic teachings and major texts, the teacher-student relationship, and what you will find when you visit a zendo, plus a history of Zen from the founding of Buddhism to its major schools in the West. In addition to answering the most frequently asked questions, it offers a listing of American Zen centers and resources, an annotated...
Here is a comprehensive introduction to Zen Buddhism for those who don't know how or where to begin, nor what to expect once they have started practic...