Bernie Glassman
3 books
About the Author
Bernie Glassman is a renowned Zen master, peace activist, and founder of the Zen Peacemaker Order, whose life and teachings have profoundly influenced contemporary Buddhism and social engagement. Born in 1939 in Brighton Beach, New York, Glassman began his Zen practice in the 1960s under the guidance of Taizan Maezumi Roshi, eventually becoming a leading figure in the White Plum Asanga lineage. His innovative approach integrates Zen meditation with street retreats, bearing witness to the suffering of the homeless and marginalized, fostering compassion and non-dual awareness in everyday life. Through his writings and initiatives, Glassman emphasizes 'not knowing,' bearing witness, and loving action as pathways to peace, inspiring countless practitioners worldwide to embody spiritual principles in service to humanity.
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