Magazine Standing Buddha, 7/9th Century from Sumatra or Southern Thailand Images of Truth May 4, 2024 The symbolism of the standing Buddha raises the question: If there is no ‘I’, then who am I doing this practice for? The Guest House by Jalaluddin Rumi (1207-1273) | with commentary by Poet's Corner Apr 28, 2024 Usually we try to get rid of unpleasant experiences. The mystical poet Rumi however, suggests a radically different approach. Wind by Phyllis Reid | with commentary by Martin Goodson Poet's Corner Apr 6, 2024 This is what it feels like to give 'myself' wholeheartedly into the everyday activities of life. Series Poet's Corner | Curated by Michael Haggiag Mar 16, 2024 How to use poetry in Zen training. Series Looking for Solid Ground | Michael O'Neill Blog Sep 24, 2023 Michael O'Neil shares his experiences as a long time Zen practitioner navigating through life's tough spots. What's Wrong with Suffering? Blog Sep 3, 2023 The way out of suffering is not all that obvious. Michael Haggiag looks at which direction we need to head towards if we want to find a way out. 19. Daily Life Practice THE BUDDHA BLOG Jun 25, 2023 Jizo's instructions for daily life practice leave Dylan less than thrilled. Mumonkan: The Gateless Gate by Mumon Ekai, with commentary by Soko Book Extract Jun 4, 2023 Soko Morinaga Roshi describes what it is like to experience the passions in a state of emptiness. Faith in the Practice Blog May 28, 2023 Zen practice can’t stop bad things from happening to us but it can help us face them. Michael O’Neill concludes his experience of dealing with disappointment and loss. Looking for Solid Ground Blog May 14, 2023 With his future plans thwarted and feeling dejected, Michael O'Neill falls back on his training in Zen to find a way forward. Form THE BUDDHA BLOG May 14, 2023 Dylan finds it difficult to sit still, so Jizo instructs him on the correct form for sitting Zazen (meditation). All At Sea Blog May 7, 2023 No matter how long we have been practicing life can still be disheartening. Michael O’Neill shares his recent experience as a Zen practitioner. Previous Next 2 of 4 pages (There are 38 posts) Previous 1 2 3 4 Next Topics AUDIO COURSES BLOG BOOK BOOK EXTRACTS BOOK REVIEWS BOOKS BUDDHISM AND THE ARTS DAILY LIFE PRACTICE EXERCISES IN MINDFULNESS FILM REVIEWS FOLKLORE IN LIGHT OF ASIA INTERVIEWS NEWS PEOPLE PSYCHOLOGY REVIEWS STORIES Donate The virtue of generosity, charity or giving. Your donations are welcomed. Learn more Dharma Centre Our online community to complement The Zen Gateway online resource and magazine. Visit Dharma Centre
