New Books in Buddhist Studies Shinshu Roberts, “Being-Time: A Practitioner’s Guide to Dogen’s Shobogenzo Uji” (Wisdom Publications, 2018)
Feb 22, 2018
Shinshu Roberts, a Dharma heir and international teacher from the Berkeley Zen Center, delves into the complexities of Dogen’s text 'Uji' in her new book. She explores the significance of 'being-time', emphasizing its relevance to everyday life and personal growth. The conversation uncovers how to navigate doubt and fear in meditation while advocating for engaging fully in the present moment. Shinshu highlights the gradual journey to enlightenment through meditation and the importance of embracing life's experiences, ultimately fostering a richer connection with reality.
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Shinshu Roberts' Spiritual Journey
- Shinshu Roberts' spiritual journey began influenced by Indian Buddhism and popular spiritual movements of the 1970s.
- She trained intensively at San Francisco Zen Center and later co-founded a Zen center with her wife in Santa Cruz.
Uji Unites Being and Time
- Dogen's Uji teaches that being and time are inseparable, showing how our experience of each moment reflects the totality of reality.
- This understanding deepens spiritual life by revealing interconnection and the practice of present awareness.
Practice Within Community
- Practice spiritual teachings within a community to fully realize interconnectedness and shared responsibility.
- Engage inclusively with all beings and situations; this collaborative awareness fosters genuine realization and compassion.
