Benjamin Dean— Short Zen Poems & Zen Poetry
Welcome to my world of short poems inspired by Zen meditation. I have written short zen poems for over 30 years, capturing humor, clarity, and reflection in simple, timeless words. Along the way, I’ve also gathered wisdom from zen quotes and zen sayings that continue to shape both my writing and my practice.
Discover the Art of Short Zen Poems, Zen Quotes
For me, writing a short zen poem is not an act of effort but one of presence. Many of my short poems arrive during meditation, like ripples on a still pond. This site is a collection of those moments, each one a glimpse of clarity and playfulness captured in zen poetry. In the same way that short zen quotes or zen quotes about life can open a door to reflection, each poem invites you to pause and notice.
Humor, Clarity, and Reflection in Zen Poetry
My zen poems are often humorous, sometimes deeply reflective, but always short and accessible. Like zen funny quotes, they bring lightness while pointing to something deeper. They are not grand verses meant to impress; they are small lanterns meant to illuminate ordinary moments with fresh perspective, much like the wisdom carried in zen sayings.
Hundreds of Short Poems Written Over 30 Years
I have written hundreds of short zen poems over the past three decades, and many are available here for you to explore. Please wander through them freely—laugh, pause, and reflect with me on the joy that short zen poetry can bring. Just as zen meditations can calm the mind, a single poem or a few short zen quotes can offer clarity in a fleeting moment.
Books and Collections of Short Zen Poetry
In addition to the poems on this website, I have published books collecting many of my short zen poems. These volumes are perfect for quiet reflection, as gifts, or simply as companions to your meditation practice. All feature 100 short-form poems and are available (just follow the links) at Barnes and Noble.
Explore and Enjoy a Zen Poem Today
Whether you seek humor, clarity, or a spark of reflection, I invite you to enjoy these short zen poems. May they offer you the same joy in reading as I found in writing them, much like how zen quotes about life or zen meditations can inspire a moment of peace and insight.