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After a brief historical survey, the doctrines of dharma and karma are discussed and key elements that appear in contrasting forms in the two religions are examined. Originally published in 1963.
This book examines the heart of the samurai ethos known as the `cult of the sword' and its relationship to Zen Buddhism. Surveying the origins of the warrior class, the ancient traditions of swords and swordmaking, Zen meditation techniques, and aspects of the Japanese martial arts, King reveals how this surprising alliance came about, and its implications for Japanese society.
After a brief historical survey, the doctrines of dharma and karma are discussed and key elements that appear in contrasting forms in the two religions are examined. Originally published in 1963.
A modern and compelling analysis of the manner in which Zen Buddhism's ideals were reified in samurai swordsmanship throughout history. A thoughtful religious history and cultural critique of ancient and modern day Japan.
In "Religion and Nothingness" the leading representative of the
Kyoto School of Philosophy lays the foundation of thought for a
world in the making, for a world united beyond the differences of
East and West. Keiji Nishitani notes the irreversible trend of
Western civilization to nihilism, and singles out the conquest of
nihilism as "the" task for contemporary philosophy. Nihility, or
relative nothingness, can only be overcome by being radicalized to
Emptiness, or absolute nothingness. Taking absolute nothingness as
the fundamental notion in rational explanations of the Eastern
experience of human life, Professor Nishitani examines the
relevance of this notion for contemporary life, and in particular
for Western philosophical theories and religious believes.
Everywhere his basic intention remains the same: to direct our
modern predicament to a resolution through this insight.
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