What Mind?

A Zen Koan.

A monk traveled to the high-mountain temple where a famous Zen teacher once lived.

Upon arriving, the student asked the teacher if he could teach him the ways of Zen.

The Master replied — "The dharma of Buddhism is not something you can attain from others."

The student said — "My mind is not at peace. I beg of you, Master, pacify it for me!"

The Master replied — "Bring me your mind and I will pacify it for you."

The student responded — "I have searched for my mind, but could not find it."

The Master replied — "There, I have pacified your mind."