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“Roshi, You Are Drunk”

by Steve Silberman| January 28, 2021

“Roshi, You Are Drunk”

When a student confronts his famed teacher, Steve Silberman learns the meaning of “intimate practice.” In that moment, he becomes a Buddhist.

Zen Is All of Life: Remembering Roshi Bernie Glassman

by Andrea Miller| June 19, 2019

Zen Is All of Life: Remembering Roshi Bernie Glassman

Bernie Glassman broke open our idea of what Buddhism could be. He fed the hungry, cared for the sick, and bore witness to the world’s pain.

One Day with Bernie

by Michael O'Keefe| November 15, 2018

One Day with Bernie

At the memorial service for Bernie Glassman, longtime student Michael O’Keefe reflects on his teacher’s life and legacy.

Buddhist teachers respond to American Zen pioneer Bernie Glassman’s death

by Lilly Greenblatt| November 5, 2018

Buddhist teachers respond to American Zen pioneer Bernie Glassman’s death

The prolific Zen teacher Bernie Glassman died Sunday morning in Massachusetts. A number of Buddhist teachers have taken to social media to share their appreciation for and memories of Glassman, a vibrant character who had a significant influence on American dharma.

Bernie Glassman, pioneer of American Zen, dies at 79

by Sam Littlefair| November 4, 2018

Bernie Glassman, pioneer of American Zen, dies at 79

The Zen master, spaceship engineer, social entrepreneur, interfaith activist, and clown devoted his life to “penetrating mysteries” and immersing himself in the unknown.

The Zen of The Dude

by Bernie Glassman| March 6, 2018

The Zen of The Dude

Is the Dude a Zen master? His enigmatic pronouncements are certainly food for thought—or nonthought.

Jeff Bridges on why “The Big Lebowski” is a Zen Buddhist classic

by Jeff Bridges| March 6, 2018

Jeff Bridges on why “The Big Lebowski” is a Zen Buddhist classic

We asked ten prominent cultural figures to tell us their favorite movie that contained Buddhist lessons (explitly or otherwise).

Two Practices for Times of Tragedy

by Sam Littlefair| February 15, 2018

Two Practices for Times of Tragedy

Tibetan Buddhist teacher Pema Chödrön and Zen teacher Bernie Glassman offer three-step meditations to help work with tragedy.

Bearing Witness to All of Life

by Bernie Glassman| January 2, 2018

Bearing Witness to All of Life

Roshi Bernie Glassman on the three pure precepts — cease from evil, do good, and do good for others — and why they all come down to one point.

“I’ve Got Friends Here”: Stories from Issan House

by A. Jesse Jiryu Davis| July 13, 2017

“I’ve Got Friends Here”: Stories from Issan House

Three HIV-positive residents of Issan House share their stories with photographer, author, and Zen practitioner A. Jesse Jiryu Davis.

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