This Friday's video features Alan Watts talking about the point of life.
Although Watts' understanding may have been limited or even incorrect, he played an important role in the acceptance of Zen and Buddhism in the West. This video reveals how he used his great charm to hit people's minds.
I'm grateful for this!
Thank you for reading Ox Herding! Best wishes for the weekend.
Barry
very nice thank you Barry!
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Posted by: puerhan | December 20, 2009 at 04:18 AM
It makes me happy that this was produced by the South Park guys.
What I like about listening Alan Watts is his laughter. I imagine him riffing away, maybe smoking a pipe (it's the accent), and just being a really cool guy in his time.
Posted by: John Small | December 22, 2009 at 08:27 AM
Thanks, Puerhan & John!
Posted by: Barry Briggs | December 22, 2009 at 10:45 AM
i had this conversation with a student on sunday evening--- thankyou for the post---i will send her the link to watch
Posted by: pete | December 22, 2009 at 02:57 PM
Hi Pete - Yes, this is actually quite a personal teaching. Thank you for your comment!
Posted by: Barry Briggs | December 23, 2009 at 01:08 PM