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Bassui Tokusho, born in 1327 and died in 1387, was an enigmatic Zen monk from Japan. His life and contributions are not well-documented, but he is highly regarded in the history of Zen Buddhism for his influential thoughts and teachings.

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Author:Bassui Tokusho

“My true desire is to relieve others of their pain, though I myself may fall into hell.”

May Pain Desire Fall Hell

Book:Mud and Water: The Collected Teachings of Zen Master Bassui

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“Reciting part of a sutra with the desire to benefit others is like reciting a recipe in the hope it will prevent people from starving.”

People Desire Benefits Recipes Starving Reciting

Book:Mud and Water: The Collected Teachings of Zen Master Bassui

Source: Mud and Water: The Collected Teachings of Zen Master Bassui

“The true meaning of the precepts is that one should refrain not only from drinking alcohol but also from getting drunk on nirvana.”

Should Drinking Alcohol Drunk Buddhist Refrain Drinking Alcohol True Meaning Getting Drunk

Author:Bassui Tokusho

“All words and sayings gently turn, returning to the self.”

Self Turns

Book:Mud and Water: The Collected Teachings of Zen Master Bassui

Source: Mud and Water: The Collected Teachings of Zen Master Bassui

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Born: 1327
Died: 1387
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