Sirius or Capella
Fresh mint is nothingbut clusters of stars,and a screwed top jarmeasures the limit ofman’s contemplation. Just slice the goat’scheese and … Read More “Sirius or Capella”
Tag: cosmos
There is a Hush
There is a hushfrom the beginningof time, where youcan hear yourselfblink. It’s calledimmortality. The rumbling timbers. Those extinct tracks. There is … Read More “There is a Hush”
The Way Galileo Saw It
When I look up I see the quiet survivalof the solar system. I see the outbursts ofconstellations andthe disturbing meaningof the … Read More “The Way Galileo Saw It”
Something Rather Than Nothing
Before slavery,oceans swept awayshadowsof sand pyramids. Before peace,there was just volcanicash on the seabeds- the color of Confederategray, like the … Read More “Something Rather Than Nothing”
The Light that Is Too Close
Master Jingzong; translated by Foyi, edited by Fojin We cannot see far if our eyes are too close to the … Read More “The Light that Is Too Close”
Far and Near
Master Jingzong; English translation by Foyuan, edited by Jingtu There are many people around us, of similar appearance and speaking the … Read More “Far and Near”
Postcard from Raymond: We Never Truly Die
One of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh’s most eloquent and moving teachings is a summation of Buddhist doctrine about … Read More “Postcard from Raymond: We Never Truly Die”
Postcard from Raymond: The Unseen is the Real
There is a mysterious, imperceptible force from beyond the observable universe yanking our galaxy in a certain and irresistible direction. … Read More “Postcard from Raymond: The Unseen is the Real”
Postcard from Raymond: Pale Blue Dot
I love nothing more than having my assumptions demolished. I enjoy being put in my place. This is not some … Read More “Postcard from Raymond: Pale Blue Dot”
Postcard from Raymond: The Old Gods
What is a god? Human figures with the heads of animals are intentionally absurd images. They look frightening, ridiculous, inexplicably … Read More “Postcard from Raymond: The Old Gods”