intrinsic nature

  • Oven-Breaker Monk

    A Chan master of the Tang Dynasty, disciple of National Teacher Hui’an, was unknown in name and origin. His enigmatic conduct defied understanding as he dwelt in seclusion on Songshan Mountain.

  • Dao De Jing – Chapter 12

    The five colors blind the eyes;the five tones deafen the ears;the five flavors dull the palate;galloping and hunting madden the heart;rare and precious goods lead one’s conduct astray. Thus, the sage seeks fulfillment for the belly, not for the eyes—therefore he discards the one and chooses the other.