In this section, you will find essential Buddhist sutra and text, particularly from the Mahayana school and the Zen tradition. It includes translations, commentaries, and reflections to help deepen your understanding and integrate these teachings into daily practice. sutra is a valuable resource for exploring the wisdom of the Buddha’s teachings.

denkoroku

Denkoroku. Transmission of the Flame

Sutra

The Denkōroku, or “Record of the Transmission of the Flame,” is a classic Zen text. It was written by Keizan Jōkin, one of the founding masters of the Sōtō school of Zen Buddhism in Japan. This work is considered fundamental to understanding the lineage of Dharma transmission: the succession of Zen masters from Buddha Shakyamuni…