ZEN
The Authentic Gate
Will be published approx. on 14. July 2015
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-1-61429-250-0 (ISBN)
Description
Whether a beginner or at the highest level of practice, learn Zen from one of the greatest masters of the twentieth century.
Why practice Zen? What sets Zen apart from religion? What are its different practices?
These questions, and more, are examined and answered by Zen Master Koun Yamada, whose Dharma heirs include Robert Aitken, Ruben Habito, and David Loy. Through compelling stories and a systematic approach, he guides the reader through creating and sustaining a lifelong practice. Warm and ecumenical in tone, Koun uses the insights of Zen to bring a deeper understanding of faith.
Zen: The Authentic Gate is an easy-to-follow guide to creating an effortless and natural practice regardless of background, tradition, or religion.
Why practice Zen? What sets Zen apart from religion? What are its different practices?
These questions, and more, are examined and answered by Zen Master Koun Yamada, whose Dharma heirs include Robert Aitken, Ruben Habito, and David Loy. Through compelling stories and a systematic approach, he guides the reader through creating and sustaining a lifelong practice. Warm and ecumenical in tone, Koun uses the insights of Zen to bring a deeper understanding of faith.
Zen: The Authentic Gate is an easy-to-follow guide to creating an effortless and natural practice regardless of background, tradition, or religion.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Somerville
United States
Dimensions
Height: 228 mm
Width: 151 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
386 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-61429-250-0 (9781614292500)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
E-Book
07/2015
1st Edition
Wisdom Publications
€11.86
Available for download
Persons
Koun Yamada (1907—1989) became a dharma successor to the renowned Zen master Haku'un Yasutani while maintaining a prominent career in business and public health. He guided the Zen practice of many students including a large number of Roman Catholic priests, monks, and nuns. His successors include Robert Chotan Gyoun Aitken, Ruben Keiun-ken Habito, and David Tetsuun-ken Loy.