Monks Don't Dance

This was a delusion of mine for a very long time. In the tradition I trained in, monks do not dance. I was taught that dancing was a distraction from training. However, to my complete delight, I have discovered the error in my training. Oh yes, indeed, monks DO dance! In prayer and with joy. Here are some splendid examples from different traditions.

DANCE YOUR PRAYER INTO THE WORLD

(All photos except Roshi Joan Halifax courtesy of Google Images. Photo of Roshi Halifax courtesy of Upaya Zen Center)