The Sound of One Hand
For Satyadasa the Buddhist path has been fulfilling and often joyous, but also full of doubts and obstacles. What does it mean to be a Buddhist in the West in the twenty-first century? And is being born with one hand a curse – or a blessing?
“I’m just pretending to be a Buddhist. I’m only on this solitary retreat because I’ve heard it’s a good idea … successful people don’t need to meditate in damp huts … they go on proper holidays. I am not successful, ergo, here I am.”
Learn more about The Sound of One Hand in our podcast episode.
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For Satyadasa the Buddhist path has been fulfilling and often joyous, but also full of doubts and obstacles. What does it mean to be a Buddhist in the West in the twenty-first century? And is being born with one hand a curse – or a blessing?
“I’m just pretending to be a Buddhist. I’m only on this solitary retreat because I’ve heard it’s a good idea … successful people don’t need to meditate in damp huts … they go on proper holidays. I am not successful, ergo, here I am.”
Learn more about The Sound of One Hand in our podcast episode.
Endorsements
‘This beautifully written memoir goes surprisingly deep because it is so exceptionally honest….’ – Vishvapani Blomfield, Buddhist contributor to BBC’s Thought for the Day
‘…absolutely wonderful – there were times when I laughed out loud, it’s utterly delightful, very funny, touching, full of gorgeous details and wonderful characters.’ – Mimi Khalvati, poet and founder of The Poetry School
‘…both profound and moving as well as hilariously funny in places…. I recommend it wholeheartedly.’ – Vidyamala Burch, OBE
