Miazong’s Dharma Interview, 12 century From “The Hidden Lamp” Before Miaozong became a nun, she used to visit Master Dahui Zonggao’s monastery to study with him, and he gave her … Continue reading Miazong’s Dharma Interview
Tag: precepts
The Paradoxes of the married Zen Priest
“What is healthy sexuality? This question I’m investigating with my group of High School age teenagers in Clouds in Water Zen Center’s T.R.U.S.T. program. Even at my old age, it’s … Continue reading The Paradoxes of the married Zen Priest
Do not misuse Sexuality
This is one of Buddhism grave precepts. It’s really quite an important one because of the enormous power and drive of our sexual urges. This power is what makes sex … Continue reading Do not misuse Sexuality
Buddha’s admonitions on Right Speech
I have been going over the Precepts again as I am preparing to do a Jukai ceremony ( a Buddhist initiation where the precepts are given) to Clouds in Water … Continue reading Buddha’s admonitions on Right Speech
Stay, Stay, Stay
Monthly Mindfulness August 2011 Cultivating a mind that sees clearly, I take up the way of not being deluded and not giving or taking intoxicants. In support of Clouds in … Continue reading Stay, Stay, Stay