The more I think
about this point, the more I find out why Dogen Zenji put emphasis on
shikantaza. “First of all, before we practice zazen,” he says, “in delusion we
should set up our pure way of practice. Before enlightenment, we should attain
enlightenment.” ----------------------------- Excerpt from Shunryu Suzuki lecture - 68-10-12-A as found on shunryusuzuki.com. Edited by DC - Going through Suzuki lectures and posting anything that can stand on its own. Not looking for zingers or "the best of." I find that following these excerpts daily provides another way to experience Suzuki's teaching. - DC