This morning, Sensei asked the monks whom they thought cared about them the most.
Greedy Monk said, “The Cook.”
Sensei laughed.
Humble Monk said, “Sensei.”
Sensei smiled.
Angry Monk said, “Buddha, when he is angry…”
Sensei growled in jest.
Truthful Monk said, “Parents.”
Sensei smiled.
Laughing Monk laughed for one minute.
Sensei giggled for him.
Then, Sensei asked Humble Monk for his reply.
Humble Monk said, “The Mirror.”
Sensei clapped three times in acceptance and said, “You are your God, your Parent, your Soul Mate and your Enemy. Never abandon yourself…”
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