The Last Poem
The Zen master Hoshin lived in China many years. Then he returned to the northeastern part of Japan, where he taught his disciples. When he was getting very old, he told them a story he had heard in China. This … Continued
Open Your Own Treasure House
Daiju visited the master Baso in China. Baso asked: “What do you seek?” “Enlightenment,” replied Daiju. “You have your own treasure house. Why do you search outside?” Baso asked. Daiju inquired: “Where is my treasure house?” Baso answered: “What you … Continued
The Ignorant Are Ego-Centered.
A householder named Citta, residing in the city of Macchikàsanóa, observed the Venerable Mahànàma, one of the band of five, making his round for alms; and pleased with his deportment, took his bowl, invited him into his house, provided him with food, … Continued
Where Do You Want To Go?
This is a very beautiful story about Buddha’s life. Buddha had a disciple called Purna. He had been initiated and had become self-realized. Purna said, “Now I want to leave and spread your message to all the people who need it.” Buddha … Continued