September 25

Then Have a Cup of Tea

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One day, a travelling stranger came to visit the master Joshu.
Joshu said, “Stranger, have I ever met you before?”
“No, sir. This is the first time we have met,” replied the stranger.
“Then have a cup of tea,” said Joshu.
Joshu then turned to a monk beside him.
“Have I ever seen you before?” he asked.
“Yes, I have been [...]