禅僧随想録

Continuation of the Veena Metaphor: What Is the “Right Sound” in Practice? — Neither Too Tight Nor Too Loose

An exploration of the “right sound” in Buddhist practice and awakening, inspired by the veena metaphor. What does it mean to practice neither too tight nor too loose, and how is awakening found within practice itself?

2026.05.12

Buddhist talk

本当に恐れていたのは、誰だったのか ― 殺人鬼アングリマーラの転機

恐れられた殺人鬼アングリマーラ。彼が本当に恐れていたものとは何か？雑阿含経第38-1077に基づき、出会い・心の動揺・自己の見つめ直しを経て変化する物語から考えます。

2026.05.06

仏教トーク

Learning the Middle Way with Sona: Lessons from the Veena

Follow Sona’s journey with the veena and discover how mindful practice teaches balance, patience, and the Buddhist Middle Way.

2026.04.23

Buddhist talk

What is Avijjā (Ignorance)? — A Dialogue with Sāriputta

What does avijjā really mean in Buddhism? Through dialogue and everyday examples, this article explores ignorance not as lack of knowledge, but as failing to face reality as it is.

2026.04.14

Buddhist talk

思い込みが生んだ誤解と嘘

粗末な食事をきっかけに、思い込みと怒りが嘘を生み、罪が捏造されていく。雑阿含経をもとに、人間関係が崩れていく過程を物語として描く。

2026.04.01

仏教トーク

The Sickness of Being Calculating — The Hidden Struggle of Overthinking in Our Minds

Discover how overthinking and being overly calculating can cause hidden mental suffering. Learn from the Buddha’s teachings in the Saṃyukta Āgama how to shift perspective, prevent unnecessary stress, and naturally ease the mind.

2026.03.26 2026.03.30

Buddhist talk

The Causes of Aging and Death — Examined Through the Metaphor of a Tripod

Is there a clear cause of aging and death? Drawing on Saṃyukta Āgama Sutra 12-288, this dialogue with Śāriputra examines the interdependent nature of life, the body, and the self, using the tripod metaphor to explain Buddhist insights.

2026.03.10 2026.03.30

Buddhist talk

仲間の忠言に耳を貸さないティッサ

「私はあなたのいとこだ」と仲間の忠言を退けたティッサ。お釈迦さんはどう諭したのか。雑阿含経をもとにした会話形式の仏教トーク。慢心と忠言について考えます。

2026.03.04 2026.03.30

仏教トーク

Anuruddha’s Vow of Wakefulness — Insight Born from Failure

Based on Ekottara Āgama, this story shows insight from failure—when Anuruddha fell asleep during the Buddha’s Dharma talk. Experience ancient monastic life and reflections on learning and awareness.

2026.02.26 2026.03.30

Buddhist talk

A Reader’s Note on How to Approach Buddhist Talk: A Prescription for Thought

Discover how to read Buddhist Talk with the right mindset. This guide offers a “prescription for thought,” helping readers notice both clear insights and subtle questions, and encouraging independent reflection.

2026.02.10 2026.03.22

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