Today we spent the morning working in a citrus orchard, picking fruit. What role does physical labor play in the contemplative life? In Koya-san the abbot Hideo told us the story of an older monk, who kept the strict rules of his sect, which do not permit any physical labor. One day when all his servants had the day off, he wandered around, hoping someone would refill his coffee cup.
The rice that I saw newly planted in the late spring is being harvested now, tied up to dry in the paddies.
The adventures of the crew are here.
No comments:
Post a Comment