Thomas Hoover’s The Zen Experience stands as a seminal introduction to the rich tapestry of Zen Buddhism, weaving together historical narrative, doctrinal exposition, and primary texts with a clarity that belies the profundity of its subject. First published in 1969 and later revised, Hoover’s work occupies a unique space between scholarly monograph and accessible anthology, inviting both … Continue reading The Adaptable Educator’s Book Review – The Zen Experience by Thomas Hoover
Baby Buddha in the Wabi Sabi Garden
Last summer I completed the infrastructure for a zen garden for my wife. This little Buddha found itself well placed under my dwarf Japanese maple tree. It got quickly enveloped by some ground hostas, so I moved it this year to sit on a rock near the water fountain I rigged from a reclaimed cement … Continue reading Baby Buddha in the Wabi Sabi Garden
SUCHNESS
I'm reading another book on Zen and it loves to use the terms "muchness" & "is-ness" to describe the state of being while not-doing. While thinking about this drawing, I couldn't figure out what it was, much less what it was trying to do or say. It just was what it was. So be it! … Continue reading SUCHNESS
The New Renaissance Mindset 