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It’s Here…

Posted on August 21, 2018 by Vajragoni

The following is a composite compilation of the new hermitage CONSTRUCTION High-loft window known as a roundel DELIVERY MOVING TO LOCATION WITH A VEHICLE KNOWN AS “THE MULE” My new hermitage is sold as a unit named “Writer’s Haven”, a selection … Continue reading →

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It’s Coming…

Posted on August 4, 2018 by Vajragoni

The groundwork has already been prepared some time ago. The mid-summer rains have compacted the foundation of crushed-stone most nicely. A few more weeks and it shall arrive. Meanwhile, an ever-attentive *Buddha keeps vigil for its arrival. *The slab upon which … Continue reading →

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Contemplative Sojourn VII

Posted on April 1, 2018 by Vajragoni

Greetings from Vajragoni here at Unborn Mind Zen! Another blog season has come to its conclusion. The most recent series, Buddhism’s Black Holes, was a venture into the mystic associations of Icons and Relics in spiritual traditions. Prior to that … Continue reading →

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Death Be Not Final

Posted on November 18, 2017 by Vajragoni

Came across this. Food for contemplation. Imagine one’s “consciousness” being transported to “the Cloud” for all eternity? What’s to become of rebirth? Death soon may not be so final, thanks to these creepy technologies By Corey S. Powell Every day, … Continue reading →

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Harvey

Posted on August 29, 2017 by Vajragoni

Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Houston and other afflicted areas from the storm. May some degree of normalcy return to your lives soon. Read more […]

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Contemplative Sojourn VI

Posted on May 1, 2017 by Vajragoni

Greetings from Vajragoni here at Unborn Mind Zen! It seems hard to fathom yet another Blog season has come to its conclusion. We began our season back in August and the most recent series was Unborn Light Reiki, one that … Continue reading →

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Gods in Buddhism?

Posted on April 29, 2017 by Vajragoni

Interesting article by Neil Schmid on the nature of the Buddhist hierarchy of divinities: Buddhism is often labeled an atheistic philosophy or religion because Buddha is not considered a god by Buddhists and no “creator god” exists. Such a conclusion … Continue reading →

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Is there need for a teacher in Zen?

Posted on April 25, 2017 by Vajragoni

Oftentimes the question is asked, “Do I need a teacher in Zen?” Without going into some theoretical basis for this question, my own experience will be the foundation for hopefully providing some insight into this timely issue. My earliest exposures … Continue reading →

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New Forum

Posted on March 3, 2017 by Vajragoni

We have had a request for a forum section here at UnbornMindZen… Please be advised that a new forum has been created. It can be accessed at the top of our home page. You are invited to suggest new categories … Continue reading →

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A Guided Tour of Hell: A Graphic Memoir

Posted on December 17, 2016 by Vajragoni

As described at Shambhala Press: Take a trip through the realms of hell with a man whose temporary visitor’s pass gave him a horrifying—and enlightening—preview of its torments. This true account of Sam Bercholz’s near-death experience has more in common … Continue reading →

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