Zen Wisdom

Author : Shinsuke Hosokawa
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 231 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2020-10-13
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781462922185

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Zen Wisdom for the Anxious by Shinsuke Hosokawa Pdf

By dipping into this little book of simple Zen Buddhist sayings, you can calm your anxiety and return serenity to your soul. Are you feeling stress and anxiety from the demands of daily life? Do you feel overwhelmed by your to-do list and the constant deluge of information from all quarters? Are you unhappy with your life and envious of those around you? At times like these it's important to step back and take a breath. Zen meditation may conjure up images of sitting in silence for long hours, but according to Buddhist monk and author Shinsuke Hosokawa, Zen can be summed up as "the knowledge needed for a person to live life with a positive outlook." With this in mind, he has produced this charmingly illustrated collection of thoughts and sayings to help you live life with less stress and anxiety. The sayings include: Pay attention to what is right in front of your eyes Nothing happens by chance. Every encounter has its meaning Be careful not to confuse the means and the purpose Keep flowing just like water Nothing will control you Even a bad day is a good day Check the ground beneath your feet when you're in trouble You'll never walk alone These 52 mindful sayings mirror the 52 steps traditionally taken to achieve Buddhist enlightenment, and they also coincide with the 52 weeks of the year--passing through the seasons, both in the natural world and our lives. Each page has an illustration and a simple, meditative reflection to help you see into your own heart, accept your current state of being, reduce anxiety and find peace. Whatever the time of year, whatever your time of life, by browsing the pages of this book you are sure to quickly find a piece of universal wisdom that will resonate with your soul.

Author : Shengyan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 1556433867

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Zen Wisdom by Shengyan Pdf

Master Sheng-yen combines wisdom gained from years of study and practice with knowledge of the contemporary world to show how Chan and Buddha’s teachings are still relevant today. Beginners, as well as those already on the path, will find clear and useful guidance as the revered teacher answers questions from his students on the simple yet elusive principles of Chan (Zen) practice.

Author : Shengyan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : UVA:X030116974

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Zen Wisdom by Shengyan Pdf

ZEN WISDOM is about Zen meditation practice, philosophy and doctine; Buddhism and social issues: the arts, children, abortion, euthanasia, suicide, morality, medical technology, material success, conservation with a master power of the mind, personal growth, self help and spiritual practice.

Author : Om Swami
Publisher : Black Lotus
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2018-03-13
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9352777638

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Mind Full to Mindful by Om Swami Pdf

Many of us struggle to remain calm during the day or to fall asleep at night. Our restless, treacherous minds make us feel good one moment and terrible another. From where do negativity and anguish engulf us and how do we go about being serene and peaceful? Zen shows us the art of attaining that inner quietude without rituals or dogma. It is about seeing beauty, bliss and truth in our everyday lives. Driving to work or washing the dishes, every act could easily be meditation. Based on the original Zen teachings, this beautiful book offers a life-changing perspective on life itself. Bestselling author of many transformational books, Om Swami shares with you the art of happiness with plenty of humour, stories and wisdom as he takes you on a journey from being mind full to mindful.

Author : John Baldock
Publisher : Collins & Brown
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2003-06-28
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 184333061X

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Little Book of Zen Wisdom by John Baldock Pdf

The Little Book series aims at bringing within the reach of everyone beautiful texts that will stimulate the mind and inspire the heart; these miniature masterpieces will fit into the bag or pocket, or find a permanent place by the beside. Beautifully illustrated in two colour or full colour, each is a treasure chest of wisdom, and an inspiring introduction to its subject. Keep this little book in your pocket and carry it with you. Wherever you find yourself, in the noise of the city, in the peace of the countryside, or in the silence of your room, the wisdom it contains will inspire and comfort you. Stop talking, stop thinking, and there; is nothing you will not understand. Return to the Root and you will find the Meaning; Pursue the Light, and you will lose Its source...There is no need to seek Truth: only stop having views. - Seng-Ts'an/Sosan (D. 600)

Author : Irmgard Schloegl
Publisher : New Directions Publishing
Page : 102 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0811206106

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The Wisdom of the Zen Masters by Irmgard Schloegl Pdf

Companion volume to Thomas Merton's The wisdom of the desert and Geoffrey Parriner's The wisdom of the forest.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Brolga Publishing
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781922036094

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Zen Wisdom by Anonim Pdf

Author : Christopher Collingwood
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2019-05-21
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781784509804

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Zen Wisdom for Christians by Christopher Collingwood Pdf

As spiritual paths, Zen and Christianity can learn from one another. In this book, Anglican priest and Zen teacher Christopher Collingwood sets out how Zen can return Christians to their roots with renewed energy, and allow others to consider Christianity in a new and more favourable light. For the many Christians searching for a greater depth of spirituality, Zen offers a way to achieve openness. Drawing on Zen experience and the teachings of Jesus as depicted in the gospels, Zen Wisdom for Christians enables Christians to explore avenues of thought and experience that are fresh and creative. Using examples of Zen koans and Zen readings of Christian texts, the author provides a radical reorientation of life - away from one based on self-centredness and the notion of a separate, isolated self, to a way that is inclusive and at one with all. Zen Wisdom for Christians proves that the practice of Zen can lead Christians towards deeper spirituality and enhance religious experience through mutual appreciation, in a way that is truly eye-opening and life-changing.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1972
Category : Buddhism
ISBN : OCLC:1322339030

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Buddhist Wisdom Books, Containing the Diamond Sutra and the Heart Sutra by Anonim Pdf

Author : David Schiller
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 377 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2021-08-31
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781523514076

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The Little Book of Zen by David Schiller Pdf

A taste of Zen for the seeker and the curious alike. This small but wise book collects Eastern and Western sayings, haiku, poetry, and inspiring quotations from ancient and modern thinkers. Its aim is not to define Zen or answer its famous koan—What is the sound of one hand clapping?—but rather to point to a fresh way of looking at the world: with mindfulness, clarity, and joy. “Do not seek to follow in the footsteps of the wise. Seek what they sought” —Bashō New material is taken from contemporary spiritual leaders, writers, meditation teachers, and others with an emphasis on the practice of mindfulness—on the heart, rather than the head. Pen and ink illustrations from the author bring an additional layer of feeling and beauty.

Author : Kris Neely,Peter Gerardo
Publisher : Zen Books Worldwide
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2013-10-22
Category : Zen Buddhism
ISBN : 0988904861

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Life Between the Tigers by Kris Neely,Peter Gerardo Pdf

Legendary Yankees catcher (and accidental Zen master) Yogi Berra once asked, ''How can you think and hit at the same time?'' The answer is you can't. And you can't enjoy a full, satisfying life while obsessing over the past or future. You can't savor existence by living inside your head by thinking instead of doing. This is one of the main themes of Zen Buddhism. Zen teaches us to focus on the here and now to live in a reality that's meant to be fully experienced. Zen is seeing into your true nature. It is about liberation from our racing minds from limited perspectives about ourselves, our relationships, our emotions and reactions. For many Zen Buddhists, contemplating koans is a vital part of this path to liberation. Life Between the Tigers is a new collection, adapted for the modern Western reader, of Buddhist parables and Zen koans (paradoxes that challenge our perspective on life and reality). In their original forms, many koans are set in times and places that are ''alien'' to most Westerners. They refer to traditions, customs, locations, and histories that can confuse (and even deter) new students of Buddhism. In Life Between the Tigers, these classic stories have been edited into everyday English, so the average reader can better understand and enjoy them. Whatever your spiritual leanings, Life Between the Tigers will challenge you to see something you previously could not or would not see, provoking insights both profound and prosaic. ''You know the sound of two hands, clapping. What is the sound of one hand?'' asks one koan. Linear, logical thinking will get you nowhere with a riddle like that. So prepare to let go of your logical mind and see reality for what it is a place where our words for things are not the things themselves and where human concepts limit our ability to understand the world around us.Life Between the Tigers is a new collection of Buddhist parables and Zen koans (paradoxes that challenge our perspectives on life and reality) - adapted for the modern Western reader. In their original forms, many koans are set in times and places that are alien to most Westerners. They refer to traditions, customs, locations and histories that can confuse (and even deter) students of Buddhism. In Life Between the Tigers, these classic stories have been edited into everyday English, so the average reader can better understand and enjoy them. Life Between the Tigers is designed to provoke spiritual and emotional insights both profound and prosaic. "

Author : Charlotte Joko Beck
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 83 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1994-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0062511734

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Now Zen by Charlotte Joko Beck Pdf

Here is cut-to-the-chase Zen by the beloved, no-nonsense teacher whose Everyday Zen and Nothing Special have become underground classics, with more than 120,000 copies sold. With wit and shining insight, Now Zen is a concise rendering of the foundational ideas of Joko Beck's teaching, wh ich shows how to live with mindfulness, awareness, honest, and integrity.

Author : Stephen Hodge
Publisher : Quest Books
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0835608182

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Zen Master Class by Stephen Hodge Pdf

Learn from the original Zen Masters of China and Japan in this journey through the history and evolution of Zen Buddhism. From the Indian monk Bodhidharma, who traveld alone to China and changed the Buddhist world, to the Japanese Master Ryokan, whose elegant poetry, simplicity, and kindness represent all that is beautiful in Zen, this Master Class offers heartening stories, insightful teachings, and practical lessons for incorporating the original Masters' teachings into our daily lives.

Author : Shunryu Suzuki
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2021-07-13
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780834843776

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Zen Is Right Now by Shunryu Suzuki Pdf

Spirituality & Practice “Best Books of 2021” Award Winner In this new collection of quotes from Shunryu Suzuki Roshi and stories from his students, the presence, wisdom, and humor of a great Zen teacher come alive once more. The teachings of Shunryu Suzuki have served for innumerable people as the gateway to Zen practice and meditation. In Zen Is Right Now, devoted student and biographer David Chadwick sheds new light on Suzuki’s presence and teachings through selected quotes from his lectures and a variety of stories told by his students. Complementary to another collection about Suzuki, Zen Is Right Here, this book offers a joyful bounty of anecdotes and insights, revealing a playful and deeply wise teacher who delighted in paradox and laughed often. Each of the stories and quotes presented here is an example of the versatile and timeless quality evident in Suzuki’s teaching, showing that the potential for attaining enlightenment exists right now, in this very moment.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Skipstone
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781594853630

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The Zen of Wilderness and Walking: Wit Wisdom and Inspiration by Anonim Pdf