“We think that the world is limited and explained by its past. We tend to think that what happened in the past determines what is going to happen next, and we do not see that it is exactly the other way around! What is always the source of the world is the present; the past doesn't explain a thing. The past trails behind the present like the wake of a ship and eventually disappears.”
This book delves into the philosophy, practices, and teachings of Zen Buddhism, offering insights into its history, meditation techniques, and spiritual insights. more
Alan Watts was a British philosopher, writer, and speaker known for his exploration of the relationship between Eastern and Western thought, particularly focusing on Zen Buddhism and its influence on Western culture. His work has influenced many in the areas of spirituality, psychology, and the philosophy of science. more
“They all looked very much like the residents of any small valley to which you've never been.”
“Maybe probably ain’t all that comforting a word when it’s maybe yer not dying.”