I really enjoyed your article. It was very interesting. I wonder if you or your readers have had a chance to read “When Buddhists Attack: The Curious Relationship Between Zen and the Martial Arts” by Jeffery K. Mann, a university professor and practitioner of traditional Go-ju Ryu Karate who has lived and studied/taught in Japan. It’s a fascinating read that reflects some your ideas in this great article. Thank you for your thoughtful writing.
Thank you for this writing and reminding me to pick up my copy off my bookshelf more often.
I found this timely and encouraging as I cultivate deeper and deeper on my path with the Dao.
"Because, at the end of the day, ideas are good. Execution is more valuable still. But, the most important key to success is the kind of person I am. " Well stated.
That is a beautiful piece you wrote. I need to read the Art of War. I’ve always hesitated because of the word “war”. I’ve never been assertive enough and taken action. More just - waiting for things to happen and observe. I’ll look for a good translation on Audible (my eyes are failing!).
I really enjoyed your article. It was very interesting. I wonder if you or your readers have had a chance to read “When Buddhists Attack: The Curious Relationship Between Zen and the Martial Arts” by Jeffery K. Mann, a university professor and practitioner of traditional Go-ju Ryu Karate who has lived and studied/taught in Japan. It’s a fascinating read that reflects some your ideas in this great article. Thank you for your thoughtful writing.
Thank you, Andrew! I do need to revisit When Buddhists Attack. Thank you for the reminder ☺️
Thank you for this writing and reminding me to pick up my copy off my bookshelf more often.
I found this timely and encouraging as I cultivate deeper and deeper on my path with the Dao.
"Because, at the end of the day, ideas are good. Execution is more valuable still. But, the most important key to success is the kind of person I am. " Well stated.
Many deep bows 🙏🏽
Thank you, Koniko!
That is a beautiful piece you wrote. I need to read the Art of War. I’ve always hesitated because of the word “war”. I’ve never been assertive enough and taken action. More just - waiting for things to happen and observe. I’ll look for a good translation on Audible (my eyes are failing!).
Thank you very much,
Steve
Definitely see if there's an updated version of the Griffith translation! And let me know when you do get to it. I love nerding out on AOW :-)