Many Buddhists in “modern” times tend to rationalize the “sacred” and the “miraculous” as metaphors and skillful means. While this may seem very reasonable, safe and rational, there is room for faith, belief and “magic” in our practice. It may enhance, purify and perfect our practie, rather than diminish it. One champion of the “miraculous, … Continue reading “Who is Tara?” — the miraculous, mystical and marvelous view. Book excerpt from “A Belief in the Miraculous” — Jason Espada