The seeker roamed the land for years in search of a master.
He went through many villages and towns, but they all shook their heads when asked if they knew of any master who lived nearby. Finally, he reached a small village by the side of a mountain. It was so small he almost missed it, [...]

“So what have you learned today?” said the master.
“I have learned that all of reality is in my mind.” said the student.
“Really?” said the master.
“Yes,” said the student. “It is my mind that determines what is real and what is not. If I believe in something with all my heart and mind, it becomes real [...]

“What is the way to enlightenment?” asked a seeker.
“What is the path to genuine contentment?” asked another.
“What is the road to inner peace?” asked another.
“So many questions,” murmured the master. Then in a louder voice, he said, “Listen, travelers! I cannot show you the way if you cannot already see what is in front of [...]

“I am going to ask a question,” the king said to the master.
“Ask your question then,” said the master.
“I have already asked,” said the king.
“I have already answered,” said the master.
“What did you answer?” said the king.
“What did you ask?” said the master.
“I asked nothing,” said the king.
“I answered nothing,” said the master.

The disciple approached the master and said, “Master, I think I am ready to leave you and begin teaching others.”
The master said, “Very well, prepare a discourse that you will deliver 3 days from now. I will invite all the villagers to come and listen. Afterwards, I shall decide whether or not you are really [...]

“I want you to teach me about wisdom,” said the initiate to the master.
“Go away. I can teach you nothing,” said the master.
“But you have many disciples here. Surely, they wouldn’t be following you if you’re teaching them nothing,” said the initiate.
“Go ask them, then,” said the master.
The initiate went to one of the disciples [...]