Welcome to the Buddhist stories / Zen stories page!
These spiritual Buddhist and Zen stories come from many sources, and although they are often simple to understand, it can take practicing monks years of study before they understand how to practically integrate the wisdom from these spiritual stories into their own lives. If you have Zen stories or Buddhist stories that you'd like to share that you feel would appeal to people of all religions and spiritual paths, please feel free to submit it using the link at the bottom of this page.
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Gift of Insults – Featured Spiritual Story
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There once lived a great warrior. Though quite old, he still was able to defeat any challenger. His reputation extended far and wide throughout the land and many students gathered to study under him.
One day an infamous young warrior arrived at the village. He was determined to be the first man to defeat the great master. Along with his strength, he had an uncanny ability to spot and exploit any weakness in an opponent. |
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This Too Shall Pass – Featured Spiritual Story
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| One morning, the boy Solomon saw the goldsmith who works for King David's Palace walk out of the palace very desperate and sad. Salomon asked the goldsmith with curiosity, what makes you feel so sad and desperate? The goldsmith answered, I have to provide a solution to the King within seven days. If not I will be taken out of my job. I am really confused because there is no solution for what the King has asked. |
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