Publisher's Synopsis
Zen Buddhism: An Introduction To Zen With Stories, Parables And Koan Riddles Told By The Zen Masters by Peter Pauper Press is a comprehensive guide to the philosophy and practice of Zen Buddhism. The book provides an overview of the history and development of Zen Buddhism, as well as an explanation of its core beliefs and practices. The book is divided into three sections. The first section provides an introduction to Zen Buddhism, including its origins in China and its spread to Japan. The second section contains a collection of stories, parables, and koan riddles told by Zen masters. These stories are designed to illustrate key Zen concepts and provide insight into the practice of Zen Buddhism. The third section of the book provides practical guidance for those interested in practicing Zen Buddhism. This includes information on meditation techniques, as well as advice on how to integrate Zen principles into daily life. Overall, Zen Buddhism: An Introduction To Zen With Stories, Parables And Koan Riddles Told By The Zen Masters is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about Zen Buddhism. The book is easy to read and understand, and the stories and parables provide a unique and engaging way to explore Zen philosophy.With Cuts From Old Chinese Ink Paintings.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.