The Essential Dogen: Writings of the Great Zen Master Contributor(s): Tanahashi, Kazuaki (Editor), Levitt, Peter (Editor), Dogen, Zen Master (Author) |
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ISBN: 1611800412 ISBN-13: 9781611800418 Publisher: Shambhala OUR PRICE: $19.76 Product Type: Paperback Published: April 2013 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Philosophy | Zen - Religion | Buddhism - Zen (see Also Philosophy - Zen) |
Dewey: 294.392 |
LCCN: 2012037078 |
Physical Information: 0.74" H x 5.07" W x 7.4" (0.61 lbs) 272 pages |
Themes: - Religious Orientation - Buddhist |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: These pithy and powerful readings provide a perfect introduction to the teachings of Zen master Dogen--and will inspire spiritual practice in people of all traditions Eihei Dogen (1200-1253), founder of the Soto School of Zen Buddhism, is one of the greatest religious, philosophical, and literary geniuses of Japan. His writings have been studied by Zen students for centuries, particularly his masterwork, Shobo Genzo or Treasury of the True Dharma Eye. This is the first book to offer the great master's incisive wisdom in short selections taken from the whole range of his voluminous works. |