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“If you see the intersection of time and space, you experience complete freedom of being. This state of existence is completely beyond any idea of time, space, or being. In that liberated state you can see fundamental truth and the phenomenal world simultaneously. That is called Buddha's world. That is the place where all sentient beings exist, so you can stand up there and see all beings, myriad beings. Then you know very clearly, through your own emotional and intellectual understanding, how all beings exist.”

Quote by Dainin Katagiri

Book:Each Moment Is the Universe: Zen and the Way of Being Time
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Each Moment Is the Universe: Zen and the Way of Being Time

Each Moment Is the Universe: Zen and the Way of Being Time is a philosophical work that examines the Zen Buddhist perspective on time and existence. The book discusses the idea that each moment is an integral part of the universe, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness and living fully in the present. It offers insights into the practice of Zen and its implications for daily life, encouraging readers to embrace the interconnectedness of all things and to find peace and clarity through the practice of mindfulness. more

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Dainin Katagiri
Dainin Katagiri

Dainin Katagiri was a Japanese Zen Buddhist teacher and author, born in January 19, 1928, and passing away on March 1, 1990. His teachings focused on the significance of direct experience and mindfulness in everyday life. Katagiri was renowned for his clear and direct approach to Zen practice, which had a profound impact on students worldwide. more

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