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“Descartes said, "I think, therefore I am." I say, "I do not think, that is why I exist."”

Quote by Taisen Deshimaru

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Taisen Deshimaru

Taisen Deshimaru was a significant Japanese Zen master, born on November 29, 1914, and passed away in 1982. His life and contributions had a profound impact in the Zen community. more

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