“People of this world are deluded. They're always longing for something, always, in a word, seeking. But the wise wake up. They choose reason over custom. They fix their minds on the sublime and let their bodies change with the seasons.”
Quote by Bodhidharma
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The Zen Teaching of Bodhidharma
This book is a compilation of teachings attributed to Bodhidharma, the legendary founder of Zen Buddhism in China. It delves into the core principles and practices of Zen, offering insights into meditation, mindfulness, and the nature of enlightenment. more
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Bodhidharma
Bodhidharma, also known as Daruma, is one of the founders of Chan Buddhism (Zen). He is believed to be from South India and is venerated as the 'First Patriarch of Chan in the East'. His life story is largely mythologized, and his exact birth and death dates are unknown. more
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