The Road to Enlightenment

May 10, 2010 27 comments
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Is there a linear progression towards enlightenment? Can a person who seems most unlikely to get enlightened or uncover peace actually get enlightened or uncover peace one fine day, in spite of himself or herself?

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Sitting #4

April 28, 2010 16 comments
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The heart beats. The blood moves. The lungs breathe. Of that I am certain.

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Upagupta

March 20, 2010 1 comment
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A recent message from a reader and a friend. I thought it might be nice to share with all of you. Takuin, Please read this poem by Tagore. You might like it.

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To The Seeker

March 15, 2010 8 comments
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Truly listen to what arises. Even if what arises is gibberish. It is all there to teach you something.

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What is Enlightenment?

March 6, 2010 60 comments
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I’ve been reading your site for a short time now, and I’ve got a question. I havn’t yet found anywhere on this site any real description of what enlightenment is. So, what is enlightenment? What the hell is this thing everyone seems to be looking for?

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