“Whatever way you put it, I am here only because my world is here. When I took my first breath, my world was born with me. When I die, my world dies with me. In other words, I wasn't born into a world that was already here before me, nor do I live simply as one individual among millions of other individuals, nor do I leave everything behind to live on after me. People live thinking of themselves as members of a group or society. However, this isn't really true. Actually, I bring my own world into existence, live it out, and take it with me when I die.”
Quote by Kosho Uchiyama
Work
Opening the Hand of Thought: Approach to Zen
This book delves into the philosophy and meditation techniques of Zen Buddhism, offering insights into its core concepts and methods for achieving mindfulness and enlightenment. more
Author
Kosho Uchiyama
Kosho Uchiyama, born in 1912 in Japan, was a renowned Zen Buddhist author and lecturer. His works have been well-received by readers, especially his book 'The Beginner's Mind', which has had a profound impact on modern Zen culture. more
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