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Sitting and Samu

Good morning!   In sitting we are together with all buddhas and bodhisattvas with the whole world.   In samu, work, we are together with birds and butterflies with the flora and fauna.   5/11/12  

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Cultivation of Changing Karma

Good morning!   We now have a nice bright Sunday morning with crisp autumn air, a clear sky, the beautiful sound of flowing water and singing insects, the brilliant colors of flowers and leaves, especially pure and peaceful after still, … Continue reading

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Cultivation=Verification

Good morning!   When we come here and sit in zazen, we can hear the sounds of water falling and birds singing in penetrating pure peace.   The Buddha said, “As one must go through the sole gate to enter … Continue reading

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Sitting and Samu (Work)

Good morning!   After a long spell of rain, according to the weather forecast, we are still continuing rainy days. But, fortunately, we have a very bright Sunday morning today.   After the beautiful, stable, soft, and serene bell sounds … Continue reading

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