Monthly Archives: November 2011

Just this Cushion, this Breath, this Moment

Posted on November 24, 2011 by

Deep resonant reverb Fanning out in all directions Summoned sleepers while silence embraced To practice in the early morning dark Dull gong-like strike Of crystal quartz bell Ebbing and flowing First hour, every hour Calling out to those pacing slowly … Continue reading →

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Family and the Holidays

Posted on November 11, 2011 by

[This post is written from the relative view of a Buddhist practitioner who in years past struggled to skillfully and lovingly engage his relatives during the holidays.] ” What kind of karma did I have to end up in this … Continue reading →

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Bihaya’s Liberation

Posted on November 6, 2011 by

A wonderful story of awakening… A selection from the Udana , the collection of “Inspired Utterances” of the Buddha, tells the story of a religious hermit named Bahiya. Bahiya was concerned about his own spiritual development so he went to … Continue reading →

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