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Samadhi Stages

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Rosan Daido

Good morning! When we sit in zazen, we can enjoy penetrating peace, purity, and freedom right here and now. If, however, there is a radioactive leak, then the whole world becomes contaminated, confused, and condemned. When there are the four … Continue reading →

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Conquer None, but Oneself!

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Rosan Daido

After humankind’s trial and error in conquering things, we have come to a dead end. Our attempt to conquer nature now knows no gain, but only error and extinction. Our attempt to conquer men now meets no merit, … Continue reading →

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