Zen from its foundation in China of the sixth century AD, has always been more than a religion. It is an intriguing system of principles and practices designed to give each individual the experience of eternity in a split second, the knowledge of divinity in every living thing. To create a book about Zen, however, is risky. It is one thing to describe the factual history of this exotic strain of Buddhism. It’s quite another thing to successfully convey the ...
To love life, and in particular to love other human beings, is one of the central ideals of every spiritual tradition. It is also one of life’s greatest challenges. Love requires us to be real. Its source is the essence of our being that is somehow hidden or enfolded within us. Our desire and our efforts to love uncover the mysterious wound of separation from our authentic self. For this reason, our relationships can help us realize the spiritual essence ...