Tag Archives: Shikan-taza

Just Sitting Still —

Posted on March 31, 2011 by

“You do not need to leave your room. Remain sitting at your table and listen. Do not even listen, simply wait. Do not even wait, be quite still and solitary. The world will freely offer itself to you to be … Continue reading →

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Shoveling Snow with Buddha

Posted on February 15, 2011 by

Sick of shoveling shoveling shoveling snow? Here’s a real treat, and heaven knows those of us in the Northeast US deserve one.  Sit down, rest your weary bones a while, close your eyes and just listen. Like just-sitting, shikan-taza. Just sit, … Continue reading →

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