Bill,
> I consider the 'root of zen' to be our senses ...
Is this position traditional in Zen?
Was it the position of your Zen teachers?
Thanks, ED
PS: By 'senses' I assume you refer to the five senses: seeing, hearing,
touch, tasting, smelling.
> ED,
>
> I consider the 'root of Buddhism' to be the sutras, and especially
those that are presented as a first-hand account of the teachings of
Siddartha Buddha.
>
> I consider the 'root of Zen Buddhism' to be the account of Siddartha
Buddha's 'Flower Sermon' on Vulture Peak when he is reported to have
wordlessly trasmited the Dharma to Mahakasyapa.
>
> I consider the 'root of zen' to be our senses: Just THIS!
>
> ...Bill!
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