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Longing for the Ancient Way - Hogen, Roshi

Longing for the Ancient Way - Hogen, Roshi

Update: 2025-10-30
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In this opening talk of 2025 Ancient Way Sesshin, Hogen Roshi introduces the Affirming Faith in Mind chant—an ancient poem pointing to non-dual awareness and the ease of the great way. He reminds us that our suffering begins when we believe our thoughts, and peace appears when we let them flow without grasping. Through humor, reflection, and simple body-based practices, Hogen shows how inclusivity, satisfaction, and faith in the “heart-mind” reveal a stability beyond our judgments and preferences. The talk weaves ancient teaching, modern psychology, and poetry into a living encouragement to trust this very moment.



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Longing for the Ancient Way - Hogen, Roshi

Longing for the Ancient Way - Hogen, Roshi

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