In the drifting, wandering world
it is very difficult to cut off our human ties.
Now, we cast them away and enter true activity—
It is in this way that we express our gratitude.
—Gatha on Shaving the Head
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This is the Way I Express My Gratitude, Geoffrey Shugen Arnold, Sensei
An ancient form of Buddhist practice, monasticism is alive and well
A True Life, Suzanne Taikyo Gilman
Editorial
Giving Rise to Discernment, Thanissaro Bhikkhu
Buddhist teachings on wisdom and the power of intention
Mountains and Rivers Order
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