Buddhism The Buddhas of the Ten Directions The Way of Devotion Feb 25, 2024 The interconnected nature of consciousness means that we can have a more fluid relationship with reality, even calling on it for help if we need it. Series The Vimalakīrti Sūtra | Martin Goodson Stories Retold Jul 2, 2022 The Zen Gateway re-tells this dream like sutra for the modern reader. Bodhidharma's Death The Story of Bodhidharma Sep 24, 2021 Even in death, Bodhidharma’s last encounter left those he met scratching their heads in confusion. Huike's Encounter with Bodhidharma The Story of Bodhidharma Sep 2, 2021 When Huike came to Bodhidharma for training, he was berated by the master for his lack of commitment and ignorance of the severity of the training. Although Huike's response made him the first disciple of Zen, it was also to his great personal cost. An Audience with the Chinese Emperor The Story of Bodhidharma Aug 20, 2021 The legendary founder of Zen Buddhism challenges the Emperor of China himself in this enlightening exchange. Series The Story of Bodhidharma | Martin Goodson Jul 30, 2021 Bodhidharma is the legendary founder of the Zen/Chan Buddhist school, who came from India to China to teach the Buddhist way. Bodhidharma The Story of Bodhidharma Jul 30, 2021 Bodhidharma was the quasi-mythical figure who founded the Zen school in 5th Century China. Flag Waving: Reflections on two monks discussing a fluttering flag. A Dharma Essay Jan 28, 2021 Clear seeing arises in the absence of partiality, however this is not something that 'I' can do as 'self' is dependent upon partial seeing in the first place. This impacts on any notion that 'I' can solve the problems that 'I' make. The Story of Eno Daikan 3: The True Face of Elder Myo Jan 13, 2021 In this final part of Eno Daikan's story, having received the Buddha's robe and bowl, he flees the monastery only to be pursued and caught by the Elder Myo. It is at this point Eno delivers his famous Koan. The Story of Eno Daikan 2: The Heart has no stand Dec 23, 2020 The delusion of 'I', takes its stand by splitting the world into opposites. 'Me' or 'you', 'mind' or 'body', 'inside' or 'outside', 'relative truth' or 'absolute truth'. And perhaps most relevant, 'my opinion' or... Series Stories of the Zen Masters Oct 6, 2020 The Zen masters embody Zen practice. Their stories show the Wisdom-of-the-Heart in practice as well as the struggles to attain Enlightenment for the benefit of all beings. The Story of Eno Daikan (Huineng) Part I - Introduction Oct 6, 2020 Eno Daikan is seen as next in importance after the traditional founder of Zen, Bodhidharma. He is closely connected with The Diamond Sutra and the teaching of prajñaparamita. His collected sermons form The Platform Sutra a rare accolade for teachings that do not represent the direct teachings of the Buddha. Book Extract: Original Nature Zen Comments on the Sixth Patriarch's Platform Sutra, tr. Sokei-an Aug 13, 2020 From the chapter on Prajnaparamita, living in accord with original nature is the teaching of the Sixth Patriarch, Enō Daikan. The Two Entrances A sermon by Bodhidharma plus commentary Jul 30, 2020 The First Patriarch of Zen, Bodhidharma, lays out the two principles for practice in this sermon originally found in the caves of Dunhuang Topics BUDDHA CH'AN DHARMA ASSORTMENTS DHARMA TALKS FUNDAMENTALS MAHAYANA SCRIPTURES STORIES RETOLD THE WAY OF DEVOTION ZEN NEW! Dharma Centre We have just launched our online Dharma Centre. All are welcome... Join our Community! Donate The virtue of generosity, charity or giving. Your donations are welcomed. Learn more