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Zen Essence - The Science of Freedom (Paperback, New edition): Thomas Cleary

Zen Essence - The Science of Freedom (Paperback, New edition)

Thomas Cleary; Thomas Cleary; Translated by Thomas Cleary

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Drawn from the records of Chinese Zen masters of the Tang and Song dynasties, this collection may surprise some readers. In contrast to the popular image of Zen as an authoritarian, monastic tradition deeply rooted in Asian culture, these passages portray Zen as remarkably flexible, adaptive to contemporary and individual needs, and transcending cultural boundaries.
The readings contained in Zen Essence emphasize that the practice of Zen requires consciousness alone and does not depend on a background in Zen Buddhism and Asian culture. The true essence of Zen resides in the relationship between mind and culture, whatever that culture might be. This unique collection of writings creates a picture of Zen not as a religion or philosophy, but as a practical science of freedom.

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Imprint: Shambhala Publications Inc
Country of origin: United States
Release date: May 2000
First published: May 2000
Editors: Thomas Cleary
Authors: Thomas Cleary
Translators: Thomas Cleary
Dimensions: 228 x 152 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format: Paperback - Trade
Pages: 144
Edition: New edition
ISBN-13: 978-1-57062-588-6
Categories: Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Non-Christian religions > Religions of Indic & Oriental origin > Buddhism > Zen Buddhism
Books > Religion & Spirituality > Non-Christian religions > Religions of Indic & Oriental origin > Buddhism > Zen Buddhism
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LSN: 1-57062-588-3
Barcode: 9781570625886

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