Zen Philosophy: A to Z of Zen
Zen is deceptively simple – beneath each supposed paradox is a simple truth waiting to be discovered. We don’t have to look; we simply have to see what’s already there. Here...
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Koi Fish: Symbolism and Spiritual Significance
Koi fish have intrigued and inspired for centuries. They have been called “living jewels” and “swimming flowers” for their physical beauty. They are also rich with symbolic significance, especially in...
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The Buddhist Metta (Lovingkindness) Prayer
The Buddhist Metta (Lovingkindness) Prayer is simple but profound. It starts by blessing oneself and gradually expands outward from there, eventually wishing good intentions for the entire world and all...
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Seven Buddhist Mantras
Buddhist mantras are syllables and words chanted repetitively as part of a centering, consciousness-shifting practice. Their exact function can vary, but all have a goal of helping to inspire and...
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5 Ways Buddhist Principles Can Improve Your Relationships
At the core of Buddhism is the goal of Enlightenment, or realization of the true nature of the self as connected with the ground state of All That Is. While...
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Awakening the Spirit
Many of us explore spirituality with the hope of discovering something meaningful about the nature of our existence. Through meditation practice and rituals, we may begin to approach greater self-knowledge...
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10 Thoughts on Human Connections and Spirituality
On our spiritual journey, friends and strangers intersect our path time and time again. Here are 10 thoughts from different teachers on how nurturing these human connections can transform lives...
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The Earth Touching Pose and What We Can Learn From It
Having a goal of raising your consciousness and becoming “Enlightened” is noble, but it can inevitably bring challenges in our daily lives. At times when you’re feeling triggered or swept...
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10 Thoughts on Spirituality
The search for deeper existence is a driving force in many of our lives. In our seeking, words of wisdom may help us navigate the journey within. Here are 10...
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Zen Ox Herding: An Overview of the 10 Stages of Enlightenment
The Buddhist teaching of Zen Ox Herding, or “Taming the Ox,” surveys the 10 stages of Enlightenment as it unfolds in a human life. In this teaching, the ox is...
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Understanding Emptiness in Buddhist Teachings
The Buddhist concept of “emptiness” is one of the most misunderstood by Westerners. Perhaps some of its true meaning is lost in the translation to English, or perhaps some of...
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The Flower Sermon
While the Buddha gave many spoken sermons after he became enlightened, during one sermon in particular he did nothing but hold up a flower. It is said that upon seeing...
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