The realm of humans: Although subject to great suffering (birth, aging, illness, death, grief, separation), the human world is the most favorable …
The Realm of jealous Demigods: They are also called Titans. The jealous demigods constantly quarrel with the gods and try to take …
The form of existence as gods is not redemption. They too are not free from suffering and death and are still subject …
The hungry ghost is a man-eating ghost. Mostly it is the spirits of greedy, selfish people who have been cursed (after death) …
The ancient Patriarch said, “You should take refuge in the three treasures of the Self-Nature (Trinity).” What is God (the Buddha)? The …
The five hindrances obscure one’s true self and prevent one from introspection. Sensual desire is opposed to renunciation. Sensual desire is the …
The three poisons destroy one’s view of one’s own nature and one lives blindly and meaninglessly. Greed Hate Ignorance Contemplation – Three …
The noble eightfold path leads to the original face. Right Resolve or Intention: contemplation of impermanence, suffering, and non-Self Right Speech: no …
The four noble truths show the way through the gateless gate. Do not shoot the messenger! The First Noble Truth is …
Welcome to the – Zen Monastery in Switzerland. Where the swiss patriarchal zen lineage is reexamined and continued. Meditation – Logos – …
Funeral speaker abbot Reding from the – zen monaster will gladly guide you through the funeral service in Switzerland. Contact us anytime.
As your wedding celebrant in Switzerland, Abbot Reding from the – zen monastery will guide you through the wedding ceremony.
Your wedding speaker Abbot Reding (Zen monk) will be happy to guide you through your wedding on Lake Como in the Palazzo …
In the Zen monasteries, the martial arts were a very important part to protect the monasteries. The monasteries had their own police …
The monk who’s been a vegan and been eating only raw vegetables and uncooked grains declared that he would begin a solitary …
Without God, there is no individuality. What are we imitating? If we know what we’re imitating, then we know what kind of …
Equality of outcome must be clearly distinguished from equal of opportunity. Often, however, we have a factual error. If I don’t understand …
Why eating meat is important. Welcome to the rustic – Zen Monastery in Switzerland. We eat what is served. Contemplation – Eating …
What is the meaning of life? We all have the logos (meaning of life), but are we using it properly? The sword …
Bodhidharma was a monk who lived in China in the 5th or 6th century. His teaching and practice focused on Zen Meditation …