I think so. I like to think I'm practicing Zen Buddhism but haven't
formally taken any precepts nor do I intend to in the foreseeable
future.
The precepts Jaqueline quoted are rather overly strict, IMHO. I've seen
broader ones. In his book _Hardcore Zen_ Brad Warner quotes
Bodhidharma's, which are much broader.
And, if I may be so bold, thoughtful. Precepts that only a renunciate
could follow in the real world have little value for regular folks.
--Michael
--- Eugene <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Let me ask a question to the group: can one practise Zen and not
> follow the five percepts?
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