March 14

Theology

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A theologian came to see the master.
“Why is it that you are so against theology?” he asked.
“It is not really theology that I am against, but what it has become, and how it is now being used and understood,” said the master.
“What do you mean?” said the theologian.
“Well, theology first came into being because man [...]

February 9

Be a Mirror

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The preacher said, “The best thing that we can do is to leave everything in God’s hands. Realize that only he knows what is best for us. Don’t insist on your way but let God decide your path.”
Replied the master, “If I followed your advice, I would wake up everyday and do nothing. What you [...]

December 8

No Fruit

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The disciple approached the master and said, “I have been with you for fifteen years and yet it seems that my stay here has yielded no fruit.”
The master replied, “It is true that you have been with me for fifteen years. Yet I have observed that in all those years, you still seek to cling [...]