
Douglas Penick
Douglas Penick is a longtime Buddhist practitioner and has published three Gesar of Ling episodes. His books include the recent essay collection The Age of Waiting, adapted from Tricycle articles, and the upcoming The Oceans of Cruelty.
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A retelling of one of the world’s oldest collections hurls us into layered and irresistible narratives, reminding us of the enduring power of storytelling and universal quest for freedom.

Personal ReflectionsMagazine | Feature
The Wall
What remains when the mind goes?

A Companion On the Shores of Autumn
Finding fellowship in the poetry of Basho
Latest Articles

Personal ReflectionsMagazine | Feature
The Magic & Mystery of Aging
Old age as preparation for perfect awakening

War All Pervasive
Can we take to heart a world of loss and terror?

Personal ReflectionsMagazine | Feature
Gateway in Clouds
Stepping into confusion

CultureMagazine | Film, Reviews
Making A Sutra Come to Life
Song, dance, and script combine to express the wisdom of Vimalakirti.

Singing the Void
The yearning, poetry, and love of three masters

The Divine Messenger
As he reflects on the aging self, writer Douglas Penick comes to appreciate uncertainty and the slipperiness of memory.

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