Tag: Chuang Tzu
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The Active Life – 4. “The Woodcarver”: A Model for Right Action. Parker Palmer
This week we are looking at chapter 4, “’The Woodcarver’: A Model for Right Action,” in Parker Palmer’s book, The Active Life. Palmer draws on another story by the ancient Taoist philosopher Chuang Tzu. The Woodcarver. Khing, the master carver, made a bell stand Of prescious wood. When it was finished, All who…
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The Active Life – 3. “Active Life”: The Shadow Side. Parker Palmer
Today we are looking at the third chapter in Parker Palmer's book the Active Life, "Active Life": The Shadow Side. The first two chapters lay out preliminary thoughts regarding contemplative and active lives. The final six chapters begin with a piece of ancient wisdom, followed by Palmer's reflections. Today we are looking at a piece…