Koan is a story, dialogue, question, or statement in the history and lore of Zen Buddhism. “A Cup Of Tea” is a well known Koan from “101 Zen Stories” – a 1919 compilation of Zen koans including 19th and early 20th century anecdotes, and Collection of Stone and Sand, written in the 13th century by Japanese Zen master Muju.

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an incredible story about how Sri Yukteshwar cured himself overnight and gained 50 pounds.

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I came across this short but excellent conversational piece while reading ‘Happy For No Reason’ by Marci Shimoff. Enjoy …

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I came across this short but excellent conversational piece this weekend while reading ‘Happy For No Reason’ by Marci Shimoff. Enjoy …

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Arjuna of Mahabharata (An Indian epic) is well known as a skilled archer. It is said that once Arjuna focusses on a target, he always hits it.

Following is an inspiring scene from Mahabharata showing Arjuna’s razor sharp focus:

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