“Karma is not something pessimistic. If you think of karma as something wrong, you are seeing karma only according to what happened in the past. You look at the past and karma becomes a monster. So you should also look at karma in the present and future. Then karma becomes something very wide and really alive. Through karma you can understand what your destiny is. Destiny itself has no solid form; it's something you can create. You can create your life. That is why we study karma.”
Quote by Dainin Katagiri
Work
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
Author
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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