Zen Haiku’s – A Pondering Mind

April 1, 2013

Zen Haiku – Issa

From the white dewdrops, Learn the way To the pure land. -Issa Continue reading

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March 27, 2013

Zen Haiku – Ryokan

If we gain something, It was there from the beginning. If we lose anything, it is hidden nearby. Look at the ball in the sleeve of my robe. Surely it has great value. -Ryokan Continue reading

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March 25, 2013

Zen Haiku – Sodo

In my ten-foot bamboo hut This spring, There is nothing: There is everything. -Sodo Continue reading

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March 25, 2013

Zen Haiku – Shinsho

Does one really have to fret About enlightenment? No matter what road I travel, I’m going home. -Shinsho Continue reading

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