Wake up?

Bill Bingham reflects on truth, justice, peace and Zen

Bill Bingham reflects on truth, justice, peace and Zen. | Photo: Olly Coffey / flickr CC.

I have noticed an interest in Zen Buddhism arising amongst some Quakers today. I think all Friends should be aware that Zen Buddhist monks encouraged the young men of Japan to take up arms on behalf of the emperor during the second world war.

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