Zen Teachings: Part One
If you have always wanted to learn about Zen, now you can in a way that is easy to understand. Through this series of articles, you will learn the philosophies and techniques of personal development which are unique to Zen.. Easy, fun, useful, life-changing – you will truly love it!
Zen Teachings: Part Two
If you have always wanted to learn about Zen, now you can in a way that is easy to understand. Through this series of articles, you will learn the philosophies and techniques of personal development which are unique to Zen. Easy, fun, useful, life-changing – you will truly love it!
The 10 Ox Herding Pictures and Their Use as a Guide to Immortality
Here the importance of the ox herder character, in “The Story of Han Xiangzi” by Yang Erzang, is discussed in relation to his part in leading Xiangzi to immortality. The ten ox herding pictures are presented for evidence to this point.
The Path to Immortality by Han Xiangzi
A discussion of the Daoist path to immortality that Han Xiangzi takes through the book “The Story of Han Xiangzi” by Yang Erzang. Written for the Religions of China course at Muhlenberg College on March 25, 2008.
Daoism Topic: Da or Vastness
In the first chapter of his text, Zhuangzi advocates da, vastness. Here it is explained in detail the significance of this concept and potential philosophical problems that arises. Written for the Daoist Philosophies course at Muhlenberg College on March 18, 2008.
Social Structure as Put Forth in the Daodejing
The Daoist blame social structure for the ills of humankind. At the same time, the Daodejing is addressed to the ruler of a society. Here it is explained in detail exactly what the relevant Daoist claims are, and why they are not inconsistent.
The Yin Yang Cycle
Chapter 40 of the Daodejing says, “Returning is the movement of the way.” Here is the philosophical significance of this statement. Written for the Daoist Philosophies course at Muhlenberg College on March 13, 2008.
Dao: The Way to Live
This Daoist paper is written in a similar style to the Zhuangzi and brings up a variety of the main topics of Daoism through a narrative writing. This was written for the Daoist Philosophies course at Muhlenberg College on May 6, 2009.
The Cycle of Yin and Yang
A detailed discussion of the central Daoist philosophy of yin and yang and their relationship with nature, tien. Written for the Daoist Philosophies course at Muhlenberg College, February 4, 2008.
Philosophy of Life
The philosophies of life. Including Buddhism, Hinduism, Taoism, and much more. Includes my philosophy of life.
