“One calls, One responds.” There are many dimensions to the master-disciple relationship. Who is it that calls, who is it that responds? What I explore here is one perspective which of late I view as this relationship’s core, heart, or … Continue reading →
In the early 1970s my wife Linda and I were fortunate to attend a weekend retreat near Eugene, Oregon, conducted by Rev. Master Jiyu-Kennett. Not long thereafter, Linda and I were founding members of the newly opened Eugene Buddhist Priory; … Continue reading →
I’d like to talk this morning about a teaching from Rev. Master Jiyu that I remember coming across very early on in my training. She used to say, it seemed, quite often: “The leaf goes where the wind blows it.” … Continue reading →
Whilst sitting quietly by the fire and contemplating the common room statue of Lord Jizō, these assorted reflections arose into my mind and I offer them now in memory of my master, Reverend Master Jiyu-Kennett, who died 18 years ago … Continue reading →