Time To Die -Zen Story-

This Zen story reminds us that death, although a normally avoided topic, is a natural part of life. And it does it mixing astuteness and humour. I hope you enjoy this fun little story. Hopefully it will make you smile.

Transcript

Long time ago lived a Zen master called Ikkyu, Who was renowned for his cleverness among other qualities. When he was a teenager happened to break a precious teacup which was a favorite antique of his master. After the incident, Ikkyu was very worried about it. Later on, When he heard the footsteps of his master, He quickly asked him, Master, Why do people have to die? The old master replied, Death is natural, Everything has to die and has just so long to live. Then our smart disciple brought out the shattered cup and said, Master, It was time for your cup to die.