Hi Steve,
Yes, and especially when the females are of a submissive nature. --ED --- In [email protected], "SteveW" <eugnostos2000@...> wrote: > > Hi ED. Yes, I agree. As to your 9th point, there is interesting research showing that in humans (and chimps!) testosterone levels markedly increase when a male is put into a position of authority. This surge could well be disorienting and overwhelming to a male. Steve > Hi Steve, > > Here are a few comments: > > First, I presume he did nothing illegal. > > Second, I must make it clear that in no way, shape or form do I consider > this Zen teacher's behavior acceptable. > > Third, whether pressured or consensual, his behavior violates norms, > and, from what I have read, if in Japan, he would have been kicked out > of his abbotship. > > Fourth, he could rationalize to himself that the break-up of marriages > could be a learning experience for them. > > Fifth, "beyond lust" - my freaking foot! > > Sixth, all students should be warned when they join a Zendo that it is > their duty and responsibility to report any teacher seeking to get into > their pants. > > Seventh, loyalty is to the Dharma only. > > Eight, the Crazy Wisdom defence of the Teacher by the students is hard > to rebut. Students tend to be biased in favor of their teachers whom > they feel indebted to for guiding them out of their confusion. > > Ninth, students must be taught to let go of their naivete: Even to a > seasoned teacher or a long-term meditator, money, sex and power can > prove to be quite irresistible. > > --ED
