Monday, September 22, 2008

Insight #13. I give thanks....




Wisely reflecting I eat this alms food, 

not for fun, not for pleasure,
not for fattening, nor for beautification,
but only for the maintenance and nourishment
of this body,
for keeping it healthy and helping with the holy life.
Thinking thus, I shall allay hunger without overeating
so that I may continue to live blamelessly and at ease.


Sadhu........

Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Insight #12. Who am I



Who am I? Am I the filial son? Am I my parent's pet? Am I a good friend? Am I being honest with myself? Am I being harsh with myself? Am I having too much fun? Am I clueless? Am I an evil person or a good person? Am I racist? Am I? Who am I?