Books matching: essence of mind and big mind
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'Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind: Informal Talks on Zen Meditation and Practice' by Shunryu Suzuki is a collection of informal talks on Zen meditation and practice, providing insights into the Zen mindset of Right Practice, Right Attitude, and Right Understanding. The author's writing style is clear and concise, focusing on mindfulness and everyday practice rather than enlightenment. Suzuki Roshi presents the basics of Zen from the details of posture and breathing in zazen to the perception of nonduality in a way that resonates with the joy of insight.
offers a deep look into the Zen philosophy, emphasizing living in the moment and having a beginner's mind. It encourages readers to approach everything as if it were new and to be open to learning continuously. Suzuki's teachings touch on the essence of mind, big mind, and the oneness with the universe, guiding readers towards understanding the Zen way of life and practice.
Now I would like to talk about our zazen posture. When you sit in the full lotus position, your left foot is on your right thigh, and your right foot is on your left thigh. When we cross our legs like...
