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Zen Buddhism begins with the Buddha's enlightenment. While the word, "enlightenment" suggests there is something you get and that once have it you are "enlightened," "intimacy" comes closer to the truth. We gain nothing. Rather, through attention to counting the breath, experiencing the breath, or putting our attention into a koan, we become of less interest to ourselves and, in this losing is finding. The world steps in - trees, mountains, bugs,...
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In this landmark book, esteemed Buddhist teacher Sylvia Boorstein addresses this incisive question in a warm, delightful and personal way. With the same down-to-earth charm and wit that have endeared her to her many students and readers, Boorstein shows how one can be both an observant Jew and a passionately committed Buddhist.
43) Zeal for Zen
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The Zen scholar and author of Hints in Haiku offers a revealing introduction to Zen thought and practice in this collection of essays.
In 1964, when he accepted a visiting professorship at Coe College teaching non-Western studies, Norimoto Iino wrote this uniquely insightful introduction to Zen for his students. As he says in the preface, "Zen is a subject notoriously elusive. It goes beyond the happiest form of linguistic expression." And yet, Iino...
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The Buddha in Blue Anthology is a collection of five of Tai Sheridan's Buddha in Blue Jeans Zen books. The author's contemplative style makes Zen insight accessible to people from all backgrounds. The books awaken mindfulness and the Buddha within. The "Buddha in Blue Jeans" metaphor illustrates our shared existence. Unity within ourselves and between others is the fundamental principle of Zen.
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Investigates how the Thai poet Angkarn Kallayanapong adapts Buddhist concepts of time to create a modern Asian aesthetic imaginary.
Focusing on one of the most significant poets of the twentieth century, Angkarn Kallayanapong (1926-2012), this book makes a unique contribution to understandings of non-Western literary modernity. Arnika Fuhrmann investigates how the Thai poet adapts Buddhist understandings of time to create a modern Asian aesthetic...
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Start where you are! Learn to rely upon your inherent Buddha-essence. Learn to apply its energy to the world around you.Every single one of us has this incredible, formless Buddha-nature,this one great pillar that encompasses everything.Take this pillar as your center, and strengthen your ability to let go.Develop your ability to entrust it with everything.In this way, take all suffering, all illness, and burn it all up!– Seon Master DaehaengWhat...
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Plum Blossom Zen transforms Zen Master Dogen (12th century) into contemplative poetry. Tai Sheridan's interpretations bring Dogen's complex Zen wisdom to life and make him accessible to everyone. In Rice Eyes, Dogen reveals himself as a master of mindfulness. Bendowa encourages contemplation until you understand inter-being and the essence of non-dual reality. The selections from Shobogenzo are odes that sing praise in the manner of Walt Whitman to...
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What are the benefits of being a spiritual person? This is the question that James Jones explores in his newest book, The Mirror of God. Jones contends that true religious belief is not a passive process and that one must work hard towards believing in God through acts such as prayer, meditation and communal worship. He explores the boundaries between psychotherapy and religious practice, looks at what Christians might learn from Buddhists and shows...
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Embark on a profound journey into the heart of Buddhist teachings with Bhikkhu Nyanatiloka's The Word of the Buddha. This seminal work offers a clear and comprehensive presentation of the core doctrines and practices of Buddhism, making the profound wisdom of the Buddha accessible to readers of all backgrounds.
Bhikkhu Nyanatiloka, a distinguished scholar and monk, meticulously distills the essential teachings of the Buddha from the vast Pali Canon,...
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Embark on a Transformative Journey with "The Bodhisattva's Garland of Jewels": A Profound Commentary on Atisha's Bodhisattva Jewel Garland Welcome to a timeless exploration of wisdom, compassion, and the path to enlightenment. In the rich tapestry of Tibetan Buddhism, "The Bodhisattva's Garland of Jewels" stands as a radiant gem, offering profound insights into the art of virtuous living. In this transformative commentary, Lama Gyurmey, a seasoned...
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Delve into the compelling life and profound teachings of one of Japan's most influential religious figures with Masaharu Anesaki's Nichiren: The Philosophy and Life of the Japanese Buddhist Prophet. This comprehensive biography offers an insightful exploration of Nichiren, the fervent 13th-century Buddhist reformer whose teachings and legacy continue to resonate deeply within Japanese Buddhism.
Masaharu Anesaki, a distinguished scholar of Japanese...
53) Recollections of Journey Through Tartary, Thibet, and China During the Years 1844, 1845, and 1846 Vo
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"Recollections of Journey Through Tartary, Thibet, and China During the Years 1844, 1845, and 1846" by Evariste Huc is an enthralling travel memoir that chronicles the author's remarkable expedition across some of the most remote and fascinating regions of Asia. Evariste Huc, a French missionary, provides an extraordinary firsthand account of his adventures and observations as he traversed the vast landscapes of Tartary (Central Asia), Tibet, and...
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Embark on the transformative journey of "Mastering Wisdom" by I. J. Nayak, a profound exploration of Advaita Vedanta, Zen Buddhism, and the convergence of ancient wisdom with modern spirituality. This book is your guide to a fulfilling life, drawing inspiration from diverse traditions such as Buddhism meets psychotherapy, Anatta Buddhism, Celtic wisdom, and the profound teachings of Advaita Vedanta.
In the spirit of "Becoming Wise," this book transcends...
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La serie Sabiduría del Corazón pretende poner las enseñanzas de Ringu Tulku Rimpoché a disposición de un público más amplio, llevando sus enseñanzas orales a la página escrita. Este volumen examina, de forma sencilla, la visión budista fundamental llamada Vacuidad o Interdependencia: cómo existen realmente las cosas. Incluye una breve enseñanza sobre Mahamudra y Dzogchen, enfoques que nos llevan a experimentar esta visión directamente.
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You're Going To Die examines the relationship between death and living with grace and dynamic vitality. These contemplations explore the essence of wisdom, loving kindness, and living a beneficial life.
The prayers will lessen the ego's hold on embracing your body, heart, and mind. You are the fabric of existence, the living and dying of the cosmos. Transcendent Zen insight into living and dying is the basis of profound spiritual awakening.
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A One Hour Short & Sweet Zen Retreat teaches how to be here now and keep your wits about you. It will focus your attention and deepen your presence. No prior belief, training, or religious affiliation is required. Learn to cultivate dynamic silence for awakening wisdom, loving-kindness, and intimacy.
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FUNDAMENTOS DEL TANTRA Una montaña de bendiciones Tsong KhapaUn manual conciso sobre la manera de prepararse para entrar en los senderos secretos del budismo. El Buda de la Sabiduría le dijo a Tsong Khapa: "Debes llegar a darte cuenta de que el Lama es idéntico a tu elevado Ángel secreto y rezarle. Nunca dejes de rezar y así, la semilla que he sembrado en ti este día orecerá y lo entenderás todo".El Maestro budista tibetano Tsong Khapa...