In the quiet moments of solitude,I bow to the emptiness within,Embracing the stillness as my teacher.May I find peace in the present moment,Knowing that loneliness is a passing cloudIn the vast sky of my being. Let me open my heart to the truthThat I am never truly alone,For within me dwells the boundless nature,Connected to…
Category: Zen prayers
A Zen Prayer For Overcoming Anger
In the stillness of this moment, I seek the clarity of mind and the calmness of spirit. May I let go of the flames of anger that burn within, releasing them into the boundless sky. With each breath, I draw in peace and serenity, And with each exhale, I release all tension and discord. May…
A Zen Prayer for Health and Healing
In the stillness of this moment, we open our hearts to the essence of healing,Embracing the gentle flow of life’s energy within and all around us.May we be guided by the wisdom of our bodies,Listening deeply to their messages of balance and care. With each breath, may we draw in serenity, exhaling tension and fear,Allowing…
A Zen Prayer for people facing job insecurity
In the quiet of this moment, I seek the stillness that lies within,A sanctuary of peace amidst the turmoil of the world.May those facing the uncertainty of job insecurityFind solace in the wisdom that all things are impermanent,And that every ending heralds a new beginning. May the teachings of Zen remind usThat in letting go,…
A Zen Prayer For Overcoming Cravings
In the gentle silence of my heart, I seek the wisdom of the path,Mindful of the impermanent nature of all that is,I acknowledge the deep craving within — Bhava-tanha,The longing for existence, for being, for becoming,A thirst that binds the soul to the endless cycle of samsara. With humility and reverence, I turn to the…