Here Sensei shares, with commentary, a gongan that involves a battle tested war general. This general is ready to commit to a life of peace and Chan practice after having engaged in much violence and many states of anger. Gongans are powerful exchanges between individuals that often result in a major awakening of one of the participants. The Chan Buddhism tradition uses this tool of teaching with great effect. Listen to this gongan. (a.k.a koan in Japanese Buddhism) Then, incorporate its wisdom into your contemplative exercises to support your spiritual eating practices.