Master Sheng-Yen Died

Though I haven’t studied many of his teachings, I’m saddened by the death of Master Sheng-yen.  I read an article about him in Shambhala Sun (which is on their blog here) and then an article in Tricycle (which they have posted here).  As it happened, I bought two of his books today at a used bookstore before I knew he died.  Though I wasn’t deep into his teachings, I found the few words I heard from him profound.  I give my condolences to any of his students because I am sure they are feeling a profound loss today.

His final teaching.

Busy with nothing, growing old.
Within emptiness, weeping, laughing.
Intrinsically, there is no “I.”
Life and death, thus cast aside.

Sincerely,

Ben

The West Chester Buddhist