Suppose you were to go to Asia in the 1980s in search of living teachings of the Buddha, to discover if there are still monks and nuns practicing a life of simplicity and meditation, supported by alms-food, and dwelling in the forest.

Feb 27, 2020 · Instead of reacting to all these strong feelings, the Buddha did what is the essence of Buddhist meditation, he sat still. That meant that he did not react and allow himself to be moved by his strong feelings of fear and desire.

Oct 5, 2010 · The Buddha Is Still Teaching is testimony to the fulfillment of that promise today. The selections it contains, from today’s most highly regarded contemporary Buddhist teachers, bring the Dharma eloquently to life for us in our own time, place, and culture.

You will see many strange and wonderful things come and go, but you will be still. This is the happiness of the Buddha.” The Seven Factors of Enlightenment by Jack Kornfield

Mar 20, 2025 · When the Buddha was still a Bodhisattva, he set a goal for his life: How can one be free from suffering? He searched for a way to end suffering and discovered that the answer was not found in the outside world—not in water, air, the North Pole, or the South Pole.

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Buddha was travelling with a small entourage of disciples preaching the tenets of Buddhism. As they were passing by a small pond, Buddha looked at one of his followers and said, “Get me some water from the pond. I am thirsty”. The disciple walked towards the pond, but as he was about to fill up the vessel, a bullock cart came through the pond.

Apr 12, 2013 · A Still Forest Pool is a glorious little book, full of the wisdom of the great Thai forest monks of the Twentieth Century, and this reviewer recommends it wholeheartedly: Get it, now!