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Essays by Ming Zhen Shakya

THE HABIT OF SEEKING TRUTH by Ming Zhen Shakya

It seems fitting that during the week the President of the United States was impeached by the House of representatives, that we return to Ming Zhen’s essay on The Habit of Seeking Truth. A few read throughs might enliven you to several periods of self-examination on what your personal duty is right in the middle of the life you live. It’s my hope, anyway. Enjoy!

Detachment and McCormack’s “Selling Heaven” by Ming Zhen Shakya

What is true is Real. The Real World is defined as that which is unconditional, universal, immutable, and eternal. Eternal is to be outside of time; and this can occur only in the “ego-absent” immediate moment. Our dear Ming Zhen is worth reading again and again – since we tend towards block-headedness – a follow-up post comes next on the Noble Truth of Suffering.

What is Zen Buddhism? FREE E-BOOK

A FREE E-Book by Ming Zhen Shakya – Surprising. Clear. Worth reading.

Ming Zhen makes it clear that Zen is a mystical practice. She offers us a short, penetrating and even historical explanation on the practice of Zen. Includes why Christians are interested – a definition of samsara and nirvana – and a “how to” meditate.