These various forms appear different in shape and size, yet they are of a single essence. . . . The Sixth Patriarch called it "essence of Mind". . . Here the Third Patriarch calls it "timeless Self-essence." Bankei called it… — Dennis Merzel Copy Share Image
So if we look at progress, or evolution, or we look at accomplishment in our life, the key is to be continually moving on,… — Dennis Merzel Copy Share Image
True zazen is surrendering every moment. But surrendering to what? It really does not matter what we call it: God or the Tao or… — Dennis Merzel Copy Share Image
There is a transcendent awareness, a Big Mind, a Big Heart, present and readily accessible to each and every one of us. When we… — Dennis Merzel Copy Share Image
When we really let go, we become everything. At that point we are identified with all things: the flower, the oak tree, the morning… — Dennis Merzel Copy Share Image
Because of our belief in being separate, we fall into all kinds of harmful actions and deeds that create more problems for us. Competitiveness… — Dennis Merzel Copy Share Image
To accept the truth of who you really are takes nothing short of realization. You have to see the diamond for yourself. — Dennis Merzel Copy Share Image
These various forms appear different in shape and size, yet they are of a single essence. . . . The Sixth Patriarch called it… — Dennis Merzel Copy Share Image
