Chen-ou Liu

Seeking Enlightenment

It is said that before studying Zen, one sees a mountain as a mountain, and a river as a river. After practicing Zen for several years, one comes to see that a mountain is not a mountain, and a river is not a river. Finally, when having a firm grip on Zen, yet still with the beginner’s mind, one once again sees a mountain as a mountain, and a river as a river.

heat mirage. . .
on the path to the Zen center
a pile of poop

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About the Author

Chen-ou Liu is the author of two award-winning books, and his tanka and haiku have been honored with many awards. To see his work, visit his Poetry in the Moment blog.