Shanavasa's Vest

Shanavasa asked Ananda, "What is the fundamental uncreated essence of all things?"

Ananda pointed to the corner of Shanavasa's vest.

Shanavasa asked, "What is the basic essence of the enlightenment of the Buddhas?"

Ananda grabbed the corner of Shanavasa's vest and tugged on it.

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This is indeed like standing shoulder to shoulder with Kasyapa, sitting knee to knee with Ananda. So while we may be host and guests for a day, you will be Buddhas and Zen masters all of your lives.

~ Keizan

Submitted January 23, 2019 at 02:55PM by grass_skirt http://bit.ly/2FJr3Nm