I think it's obvious there's nothing wrong with intellect (or
emotions) per se. You need to think well to live well.
I've always found "non-attachment" too abstract. "Attachment" is
difficult to visualize.
The image of a hand not grasping, letting go, I can understand
and use.
--Michael
--- Rod <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> . and even our own Bill suggests that: "Human intellect is not
> forbidden
> fruit in zen as many believe. It is a natural human attribute
> and should
> not be demonized."
>
> As you suggest Ian, I think it is the non-attachment that is
> the essential
> message.
>
> DC
>
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