All categories - 12 July 2006

An Interesting Lesson
A young man had read all the books he could
find about Zen. He heard about a great Zen
master and requested and appointment with him
to ask for teachings. When they were seated,
the young man proceeded to tell the master
everything he had understood from his reading,
saying that Zen is about this and Zen is about
that, on and on…
After some time, the master suggested that they
have tea. He performed the traditional tea
ceremony while the student sat at attention,
bowing when served, saying nothing. The master
began to pour tea into the student’s cup. He
poured until it was full, and kept pouring. The
tea ran over the edge of the cup and onto the
table. The master kept pouring as the tea ran
off the table and onto the floor. Finally, the
student couldn’t contain himself any longer. He
shouted, “Stop! Stop pouring! The cup is full —
no more will go in!”
The master stopped pouring and said, “Just like
this cup, your mind is full of your own
opinions and preconceptions. How can you learn
anything unless you first empty your cup?”
And so it is with you now — you must first empty your mind so that
you can actually learn something.

2006-07-12 04:43:21 · 9 answers · asked by mark k 1 in Other - Education

2006-07-12 04:43:15 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in German Football

Tell me why it matters to you, and what you want the points for...I'll pick the one that makes me the most satisfied

2006-07-12 04:43:14 · 25 answers · asked by ndussere 3 in Polls & Surveys

2006-07-12 04:43:11 · 44 answers · asked by Lisa S 3 in Pregnancy

In my pc, the desktop icons get shadowed automatically. how can i remove those shadows? There is an icon, and it's name get blue shadow, why? please solve my problems soon.

2006-07-12 04:43:01 · 2 answers · asked by Tony 1 in Other - Computers

2006-07-12 04:43:01 · 3 answers · asked by ciccarelli2004 1 in Toddler & Preschooler

do i look hot dancing in the club?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9uvpeLreTDo&search=gir%20dance

2006-07-12 04:42:55 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Singles & Dating

2006-07-12 04:42:48 · 34 answers · asked by Mariam 2 in Fashion & Accessories

2006-07-12 04:42:47 · 16 answers · asked by laid-back 1 in Singles & Dating

The total cost must be no greater than £300, also interested in cheap insurance for over 40 year old, good place to take test, can i ride & purchase if i am waiting for a replacement licence. time deadline asap.

2006-07-12 04:42:46 · 1 answers · asked by francis 1 in Other - Cars & Transportation

mtv at 11:oopm

2006-07-12 04:42:46 · 4 answers · asked by bciara666 1 in Television

2006-07-12 04:42:44 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Singles & Dating

2006-07-12 04:42:42 · 17 answers · asked by BOYCUTE 2 in Preschool

my hairdresser suggested I should do an anti curl tratment, does anyone has experience with this?
If so please let me know what to expect and also is it better than the Japanese straightening system?

2006-07-12 04:42:40 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hair

2006-07-12 04:42:26 · 14 answers · asked by ♪ ♫ ☮ NYbron ☮ ♪ ♫ 6 in Zoology

2006-07-12 04:42:21 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Psychology

I just want to setup my blog.

2006-07-12 04:42:20 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computer Networking

2006-07-12 04:42:20 · 3 answers · asked by Pip 1 in Chemistry

who has seen the movie the bodyguard and what is your
favorite part of the movie

2006-07-12 04:42:13 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Entertainment

I would like to transfer the pictures from the built-in internal memory of the E815 cell phone to my PC. Is there a way to do that? If there is, could someone please tell me what cord i need to buy and the software i need?

2006-07-12 04:42:08 · 4 answers · asked by gamer1234 1 in Cell Phones & Plans

I'm not Christian myself, but I loved learning about it, and I appreciate their values. I was just wondering about a few question or instances Christians could perhaps answer me on. The more references to the Bible, the better. :)

- What is the stance on using medication? What about a Christian person who has become so depressed that it's drove them into a suicidal state - they may be aware suicide is a sin, but mental functions are inadequate? On one hand I was told that God has enabled us the technology to create medicine to use, but on the other hand it's messing with God's plans for us, and the sanctity of life.

-What do Christians believe about roleplay/sexual fantasies in the bedroom between wife and husband? Even if it leads ultimately to bearing children.

-What do Christians believe about watching television to watch the World Cup for example? Or opposed to listening to it on the radio?

Any discussion would be appreciated. :)

2006-07-12 04:42:07 · 9 answers · asked by RSJ 3 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-07-12 04:42:01 · 21 answers · asked by brendan s 1 in Other - Family & Relationships

2006-07-12 04:42:00 · 13 answers · asked by ? 4 in Other - Society & Culture

2006-07-12 04:41:59 · 10 answers · asked by muffin 2 in Internet

Am I the only one who finds this strange?

2006-07-12 04:41:57 · 10 answers · asked by wonderdude 2 in Languages

2006-07-12 04:41:56 · 14 answers · asked by babyluv4u_14 1 in Singles & Dating

Whats better than getting a a gold medal at the Special Olympics



A: Not being disabled in the FIRST place

2006-07-12 04:41:52 · 7 answers · asked by POR-FRY-CHICKEN 3 in Jokes & Riddles

My cousin from Moldova was given a J1 visa good until Sep. 30. He was then fired from his job and the employer told him he needed to leave the country. Can he work for another company for the length of his J1 visa? What are the downsides as long as he leaves before his visa expires?

2006-07-12 04:41:37 · 5 answers · asked by Steve_was 2 in Immigration

I had a full vaginal hysterectomy last august. The doctor never put me on any hormone pills or any meds. I have heard that after your hysterectomy you need the hormone pills to level it all out.
All of a sudden a week ago I have started getting out of control moody! Besides that I have been fine. Anyone have any idea why I am not on them, and if I should be on them?

2006-07-12 04:41:35 · 7 answers · asked by Gothic Martha™ 6 in Women's Health

2006-07-12 04:41:33 · 5 answers · asked by jinx 1 in Marriage & Divorce