KUDZU, BLACK PEARLS, AND DANGEROUS BELIEFS – Part 2 by Ming Zhen Shakya
We’re all certain that we’re immune to the contagion of disastrous conviction, that we’ll never be vulnerable to a […]
Category: Essays by Ming Zhen Shakya
KUDZU, BLACK PEARLS, AND DANGEROUS BELIEFS – Part 1 by Ming Zhen Shakya
Belief, being as contagious as a virus and often just as deadly, can put a teacher in the uncomfortable position […]
On Shi Ke Two Minds in Harmony
An inspiring elucidation of two masterpiece’s by Shi Ke. Ming Zhen helps us see beyond the obvious in Master Shi Ke’s figure painting into the spiritual magnificence of Shi Ke’s depiction of the Nirvanic Void, A must read!
Mystical Zen by Ming Zhen Shakya
On Zenmar’s Presentation of The Sutta on Antecedentness by Breath by Ming Zhen Shakya, OHY (Majjhima Nikaya 3.82 Translated by Ven. […]
FREE E-BOOK. Alchemical Detachment & Integration by Ming Zhen Shakya
FREE E-BOOK Alchemical Detachment & Integration by Ming Zhen Shakya
ALCHEMICAL DETACHMENT AND INTEGRATION Part 3 by Ming Zhen Shakya
As you read this final part of a three part explanation by Ming Zhen Shakya keep it mind that it is all model and metaphor and not to be taken literally.
ALCHEMICAL DETACHMENT AND INTEGRATION Part 2 by Ming Zhen Shakya
And now if any be ignorant, let him be ignorant. I know not what more to say and not […]
ALCHEMICAL DETACHMENT AND INTEGRATION – Part 1 by Ming Zhen Shakya
I felt an overwhelming sense of power – like God must feel when he’s carrying a gun.” — H. […]
FREE E-BOOK: Work, Karma Yoga by Ming Zhen Shakya
The Zen Buddhist Order of Hsu Yun will now begin to offer FREE E-Books. This e-book, WORK: Karma Yoga is a must read and it was written by our dear master, Ming Zhen Shakya. In offering this E-Book, we hope that it is beneficial to your spiritual path.
Theophagy: The Communion Ritual by Ming Zen Shakya
Because they regard themselves as intellectuals who cannot countenance things unscientific, atheists mock rituals they do not understand. In Theophagy: The Communion Ritual, our dear late teacher, Ming Zhen Shakya examines this religious practice.
Work: Karma Yoga by Ming Zhen Shakya Remixed
This is a MUST read for any devoted spiritual seeker. It touches on the action and actions of Zen that is practical and potent. Hope you take the time to read it.
Detachment and McCormack’s “Selling Heaven” by Ming Zhen Shakya
“Detachment and Selling Heaven” is a memorable essay by Ming Zhen Shakya….it resounds on many levels like the sound of a gong being struck. Her exquisite understanding of the Irish tenor who is seemlingly forever drowning himself in sentiment, leaving many to go the grave soaking wet and her brilliant understanding of the attachment involved and the well-placed observance of the poems, especially McCormack’s, The Portrait.
Well worth the read!