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A sage was approached by a king, “Please tell me what God is like?” The sage was unmoved and silent. After a few minutes the king repeated his request but got no response. The king now lost his patience and … Continue reading →

When Paramhansa Yogananda, founder of Self-Realization, established the work in America, in the Articles of Incorporation was this particular tenet: “to establish in every home in the United States and even throughout the world, a little room for quiet and … Continue reading →

The king’s name is Gukubita. It means ‘beat’. But don’t worry, he beats his chest not his visitors.” Our guide Eugene winks, adjusts the automatic rifle on his shoulder, and turns toward the jungle. We walk up the base of … Continue reading →

A saint was bathing in a river when he spotted a drowning scorpion. To help the scorpion he picked him up so that it could be set down on dry land. But as soon as the scorpion was picked he … Continue reading →

Sometimes it’s easy to let go. If you make this journey of looking to see if there’s something you’re holding on to, often it’s going to be just a little thing. Trungpa Rinpoche said, “If it’s too big; you can’t … Continue reading →