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  • Pure Heart, Enlightened Mind

  • The Life and Letters of an Irish Zen Saint
  • Written by: Maura "Soshin" O'Halloran
  • Narrated by: Mare Winningham
  • Length: 2 hrs and 56 mins
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Pure Heart, Enlightened Mind

Written by: Maura "Soshin" O'Halloran
Narrated by: Mare Winningham
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In 1979, 24-year-old Irish-American Maura O'Halloran moved to Japan and became the first woman ever admitted to Toshoji Temple. Soshin-san (O'Halloran's monastic name) labored through 3 hard years of intense work and study in preparation for becoming a dharma teacher. Her life ended abruptly during a trip to Thailand, and today Soshin-san is revered as a Buddhist saint. The writings in this program are from her private and heartfelt journals and letters. They eloquently describe the rigors, hardships, and ultimate joys of Zen training and temple life, while providing a unique insight into the soul of a beloved, spiritual woman.
Recording (P)1996 by Audio Literature; Copyright ©1994 by the Estate of Maura O'Halloran

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Beautiful, I was very moved and Inspired.

it is wonderful book for anyone interested in the true meaning of zen and dedication to enlightenment.

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