Prison Poetry
People in prison write verses from the heart about their Dharma practice.
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Incarcerated people 
What the Buddha taught
A person in prison reflects on the meaning of refuge and the joyfulness of awakening.
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The hills we climb
An incarcerated person writes about the joyful effort of practice and what it does for…
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The extinguishing of fires
A person in prison reflects on the benefits of meditation practice and mindfulness.
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Upon life’s journey
Putting the needs of others ahead of his own, an incarcerated person makes a pivotal…
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Just breathe
Reflections on practice in a difficult environment. Managing how the anger of others affects us.
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Buddha’s door
In meditation, a person in prison reflects on his experience of freedom and compassion for…
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Deeply committed to freedom
An incarcerated person writes about the choice we make each day: to rise above our…
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