Much loved as a simple and straightforward rendition of the Buddha's wisdom, the Dhammapada is read daily by thousands of Buddhists. In studying various versions of this sacred text, the author was inspired to embark on a new translation. Each verse is introduced with an inner-city story from the life of the Still Point Zen Buddhist Temple in Detroit, where Larkin is the Guiding Teacher, graphically demonstrating the continuing relevance of this ancient sacred text.