Beyond Thinking: A Guide to Zen Meditation

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Beyond Thinking: A Guide to Zen Meditation
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Dogen
By (author) Dogen
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:160
Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 140
Category/GenreZen Buddhism
ISBN/Barcode 9781590300244
ClassificationsDewey:294.3927
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Shambhala Publications Inc
Imprint Shambhala Publications Inc
Publication Date 27 April 2004
Publication Country United States

Description

This is a compact compendium of practical and accessible teaching for all Zen students and others who meditate - gathered from the work of the founding father of the Soto school of Zen Buddhism, Eihei Dogen (1200-1253). This collection pulls together the best, most practical pieces useful to meditators. Included are Dogen's famous meditation instructions; advice on the practice of zazen, or sitting meditation; guidelines for community life; and some of his most inspirational talks.

Author Biography

Dogen (1200 1253) is known as the founder of the Japanese Soto Zen sect.