The Quiet Mind

Buchzusammenfassung

John E. Coleman was an officer with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), stationed in Thailand throughout the 1950s and ’60s. During a trip to nearby Burma (now Myanmar), he studied the vipassana meditation method of renowned Buddhist leader U Ba Khin, under whose tutelage he finally reached enlightenment. Eventually, Coleman began to conduct his own ten-day meditation courses all over the world. He died in 2012.

Disillusioned by his lack of progress with U Ba Khin, Coleman sought new spiritual insights, leading to a pivotal encounter with Krishnamurti, whose philosophy emphasized personal experience over institutional teachings and the necessity of embracing all aspects of life. This perspective deeply resonated with Coleman, shaping his understanding of inner truth. Returning to the U.S., Coleman met parapsychologist J. B. Rhine, whose ESP experiments revealed the power of a calm mind, prompting Coleman to reflect on Buddhist teachings and the nature of mental stillness. Determined to explore further, he engaged with Zen practices in Japan under Dr. Suzuki’s guidance, observing the rigorous discipline of Zen monks but finding the severity challenging. Despite these efforts, inner peace remained elusive, leading Coleman to realize that his earlier struggles with U Ba Khin stemmed from overthinking. Resolving to approach the practice with openness, he returned to U Ba Khin’s meditation center, where he experienced a transformative breakthrough, uncovering the profound peace he had sought. This realization marked the beginning of his journey as a meditation teacher, sharing the truth that tranquility lies within, waiting to be discovered.

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