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The oldest form of Buddhism extant today, Theravada is practiced
widely in Sri Lanka, Burma, Thailand, and Laos, with a growing
following in the West. For newcomers to Buddhism as well as the
initiated, the book presents an overview of the monks in saffron
robes and their practices, from both a historical and contemporary
viewpoint, plus extracts from the Pali Canon-texts believed to
contain some of the Buddha's original teachings. These center on
the awakening to true experience and freedom from suffering on the
path to happiness. Also included are selections of monastic
observances and liturgical writings, with a description of the
contents and layout of a typical temple.
THIS BOOK WILL HELP YOU
- to appreciate the significance of this particular school of
Buddhism, famous for its focus on meditation and self-awakening
- to understand the history of Zen and the 'Ways of Zen'
- to discover how Zen is a way of life -- not a belief system
- to avoid faux pas in conversation, in travelling and in personal
relationships
Zen (in Chinese, Ch'an) is the form of Buddhism which the great
teacher Bodhidharma brought to China from India in the late fifth
century. Today it is practised mainly in Japan and Korea, . Based
upon the understanding that each of us has the potential for
complete awakening, Zen is in fact a coalition of practical ways of
stilling the mind in order to attain self-knowledge.
Because the realization of the true nature of reality, including
one's own, is not an intellectual pursuit but an experienced truth,
Zen teachers transmit the truth (dharma) from mind to mind or heart
to heart without the use of words, using different techniques to
break through the limitations of the logical mind.
This engaging book explains the essence of Zen in simple terms.. It
traces its development and looks at its unique methods of teaching,
such as meditation, koans -- startling paradoxes that stop the
intellect -- the use of texts, ceremonies, poetry, and the martial
arts. It describes life in monasteries and in the everyday world.
Because Zen is rooted in Reality, its practitioners often
experience a delightful sense of wonder in the commonplace. This
democratic and liberating philosophy does not require us to give up
our own traditions, but rather helps us to deepen our understanding
of them, and continues to inspire growing numbers of followers in
the West.
ACCESS THE WORLD'S RELIGIONS
"Simple Guides: Religion" is a series of concise, accessible
introductions to the world's major religions. Written by experts in
the field, they offer an engaging and sympathetic description of
the key concepts, beliefs and practices of different faiths.
Ideal for spiritual seekers and travellers alike, "Simple Guides"
aims to open the doors of perception. Together the books provide a
reliable compass to the world's great spiritual traditions, and a
point of reference for further exploration and discovery. By
offering essential insights into the core values, customs and
beliefs of different societies, they also enable visitors to be
aware of the cultural sensibilities of their hosts, and to behave
in a way that fosters mutual respect
and understanding.
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