Sabi is the Bedrock of Zen
John G. Rudy in his book, "Wordsworth and the Zen Mind" says sabi is the bedrock of Zen enlightenment. Here is the full quote:
Chief among the moods of Zen - and the one that, for all practical purpose, forms the bedrock of Zen enlightenment - is sabi, the spirit of non-attachment or freedom. - John G. Rudy
This matter-of-fact assertion by a scholar deep…
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