Teachings from Zen and Theravāda traditions, including mindfulness, non-attachment, and the path to awakening.
Siddhattha Gotama (Sanskrit: Siddhārtha Gautama), commonly dated by modern scholars to approximately 480–400 BCE, was the historical figure known as the Buddha. It should be noted that “Buddha” is a title, not a name; the word means “Enlightened One.” Siddhattha Gotama was the founder of Buddhism and a pivotal figure in world spiritual history. Royal […]
Zentheism: Walking the Way with Buddha, Christ, and the Mystics By Jay N. Forrest ❇️ What if your spiritual path could honor sacred tradition without being bound by religious institutions? ❇️ What if solitude, simplicity, and daily devotion could guide your journey more than dogma or certainty? Zentheism: Walking the Way with Buddha, Christ, and
The Affirmations of Zentheism form a contemplative guide for the spiritual seeker. Let me explain. Zentheism is a spiritual path for those who walk alone but not aimlessly. Rooted in mindfulness, mysticism, and ethical living, it offers a framework for awakening that doesn’t rely on religious institutions or rigid dogma. The Heart of the Path:
As we celebrate the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, I offer this spiritual reflection. St. Francis of Assisi (1181–1226) stands as one of the most luminous figures in Christian history—not merely for his sainthood, but for his radical embodiment of simplicity, compassion, and mystical union. His life offers a living bridge between Christian devotion,
If you’ve ever felt deeply spiritual but found traditional religion too rigid, too dogmatic, or simply not your style—Zentheism might speak to you. A Framework Beyond Religion It’s not a religion in the conventional sense. There are no temples, no clergy, no creeds. Instead, Zentheism offers a contemplative, ethical, and mystical framework for those who
