"Katagiri conveys a zest for Zen understanding that differs from the calm inscrutability of other Zen Buddhists."–
Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"In this book, Katagiri Roshi presents Dogen Zenji's teachings on 'being-time' and teaches how the blossom of our life force can flourish amidst the flow of change. I recommend this book to all Zen practitioners and to anyone who wishes to enrich and ripen their life."–Shohaku Okumura Roshi, Director, Soto Zen Buddhism International Center
"These are brilliant and lucid reflections on the immense significance of the present moment. These liberating teachings by Katagiri Roshi are unique and precious in their ability to help us learn to use time skillfully–and not to be used by it. A major contribution for all schools of meditation."–Larry Rosenberg, author of
Breath by Breath and
Living in the Light of Death "This book is a spring of nectar for new and seasoned practitioners alike."–Tulku Thondup, author of
Peaceful Death, Joyful Rebirth
