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Koan Summer: The Householder Koan

Jul 16
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How do we practice the dharma in busy lives filled with relatives, coworkers and friends? Three modern selections from The Book of Householder Koans by Nakao and Marko ponder waking up amid family, rather than monastics. Whether in ancient China or 21st century America, the invitation is the same. When we unknow labels, accept not-knowing, and drop attachments so that we can show up whole-heartedly—we open to the call and response of our relationships.  


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