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- A Zen Buddhist who follows in the tradition of Vietnamese Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh but I enjoy teachings from all Buddhist traditions. In addition, I am influenced by Taoism and Secular Humanism. I am also a nature lover and live with Schizo-Affective Disorder. The blog is titled, "The Buddhist Blog" because it was all that I could think of for a name. It does not mean that somehow I think my blog is the definitive blog on Buddhism. It is not. It is one traveler's footprints and nothing more. I am not a Buddhist teacher. This blog is a journal of my humble travels as I try to follow the middle path of Buddhism. Take my hand and walk with me for awhile. I have a university degree in U.S. History with a special emphasis in African history. As well as a minor in World Geography. Contact me: jaymur@gmail.com
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5 comments:
Hi James - I really enjoy reading your blog. No doubt you've been asked this questions dozens of times...
Could you recommend a book that's a good introduction to the Buddist path please?
Thanks
I love readding, and thanks for your artical. ........................................
Some people cannot see the wood for the trees.......................................................
Erin:
Sorry it's taken me awhile to respond. We went for a week to Costa Rica for our 10th wedding anniversary. Then I got a nasty virus.
Anyway, I would suggest "The Heart of the Buddha's Teachings" by Thich Nhat Hanh, "Buddhism Is Not What You Think" and "Wanting Englightenment is a Big Mistake" by Seung Sahn.
what kind of tree is this?
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