The essence of Zen is contained in the phrases and poems presented here, along with an introduction by Gary Snyder. The sayings range from profound to mystifying to comical and appear in vivid, poetic English. First compiled in 15th century Japan, the book contains Zen phrases and verses taken from Zen classics, sutras, and the poetry of China.
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Pithy phrases handed down through a distinguished line of Chinese and Japanese Zen masters.
Foreword by Gary Snyder; Introduction, Acknowledgements; The Sayings.
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781893996304
Publisert
2004-10-14
Utgiver
White Pine Press; White Pine Press
Vekt
127 gr
Høyde
177 mm
Bredde
127 mm
Dybde
10 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
140

Oversetter
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Om bidragsyterne

Soiku Shigematsu is the abbot of Shogenji Zen Temple in Shimizu, Japan. Gary Snyder is one of the original beat poets. His work includes Moutains and Rivers Without End and The Gary Snyder Reader.