Bodhidharma and Peace of Mind

Recorded on Monday, October 23, 2023.    Case 41 from the Gateless Barrier, Bodhidharma and Peace of Mind  The case:Bodhidharma faced the wall. The Second Ancestor stood in the snow, cut off his arm, and said, “Your disciple’s mind has no peace as yet. I beg you, Master, please put it to rest.”Bodhidharma said, “Bring me your mind, and I will put it to rest.”The Second Ancestor said, “I have searched for my mind, but I cannot find it.”Bodhidharma said, “I have completely put it to rest for you.”Image: Bodhidharma, photography by Rafe MartinBooks by Roshi Rafe MartinTalks on YouTubeMore information at endlesspathzen.org