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A World of Meditation: Contemplative Practices From Many Faiths

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Buddhism's Gospel

Everyone is capable of that spiritual illumination called enlightenment--especially during Rohatsu.

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Suffering Zen

How a woman's struggle with depression taught her about faith, prayer, and when to stop meditating

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God and Zen

Father Robert Kennedy, a Catholic priest and Zen master describes how Buddhism teaches Christians the true mystery of God.

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What Is Rohatsu?

Japanese for 'December 8,' Rohatsu marks the morning Buddha achieved realization. Every year, we have the same chance.

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Get Thee to a Monastery

As a getaway, or a serious spiritual retreat, Italy's convents and monasteries are ideal

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Pea Pod Practice

Like a garden, our spiritual practice sometimes needs a little heat before we can break through resistance and grow.

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The No-Stick Teaching

The sword of compassion may be intended to benefit all beings, but it sure looks scary.

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Seeing Italy From a Cloister

Bedding down in monasteries and convents can be the most interesting and inexpensive way to appreciate the Catholic country.

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Swallowing a Red-Hot Iron Ball

Zen is hell, says the author. But after the eight-day 'monk killing' Rohatsu retreat, he decides it's totally worth it.

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