‘‘Good Gotama [Buddha], what is mind’s resort?’’
‘‘Mind’s resort, Brahman, is mindfulness.’’
The Buddha,
Samyutta Nikaya
Buddhist Insights
Morning meditation — There’s probably nothing more beautiful.
‘There’s probably nothing more beautiful in this world than people relying on and trusting one another.’
Beopjeong Sunim
Classic of Spiritual Flight.
In dealing with others, fairness is paramount; in self-reflection, sincerity is crucial.
Morning meditation — I’ve often taught that tranquillity is stillness.
‘I’ve often taught that tranquillity is stillness; flowing is wisdom.’
Ajahn Chah
Morning meditation — All of you!
‘All of you! If you want to return to your homes, simply wake up to your true nature.’
Bassui Tokushō
Morning meditation — By nature, desire is like empty space.
‘By nature, desire is like empty space, Divorced from anything established. Because of false discrimination, though, The defilement of desire plagues the ignorant.’
The Buddha
Morning meditation — Make a thorough study of the Buddha Dharma.
‘Nan-yüan said, ‘‘Make a thorough study of the Buddha Dharma, and broadly benefit the world.’’’
Nan-yüan
Morning meditation — According to legend, Maitreya (the next Buddha).
‘According to legend, Maitreya (the next Buddha) will appear when the future ends.’
Everyday Buddhism
Buddhism now 