“Because since the beginningless past we are running after objects, not knowing where our Self is, we lose track of the Original Mind and are tormented all the time by the threatening objective world, regarding it as good or bad, true or false, agreeable or disagreeable. We are thus slaves of things and circumstances.”
Quote by D.T. Suzuki
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Manual of Zen Buddhism
This book offers a comprehensive overview of Zen Buddhism, covering its origins, core teachings, meditation techniques, and daily practices. It serves as a resource for both beginners and those seeking a deeper understanding of this spiritual tradition. more
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D.T. Suzuki
D.T. Suzuki, a renowned Japanese philosopher, Buddhist scholar, and translator, was born on October 18, 1870, and died on July 12, 1966. He is best known for his profound research into Zen Buddhism and his influential translations, which have greatly contributed to the Western understanding of Eastern philosophy and culture. more
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