spirit of the practice

Relaxing with the others after zazen* one evening, Owl asked, "What is the spirit of the practice?"

Raven said, "Inquiry."

Owl cocked his head and asked, "What do I inquire about?"

Raven said, "Good start."


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*Zazenis the seated practice of focused inquiry and attunement.

Taken from the book, "Zen Master Raven", by Robert Aitken