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One of the world's leading authorities on Zen Buddhism, D. T. Suzuki was the author of more than a hundred works on the subject in both Japanese and English, and was most instrumental in bringing the teachings of Zen Buddhism to the attention of the Western world. Written in a lively, accessible, and straightforward manner, An Introduction to Zen Buddhism is illuminating for the serious student and layperson alike.

A master of psychoanalysis and social philosophy explores Zen Buddhism. In 1957, social philosopher and psychoanalyst Erich Fromm invited Daisetz T. Suzuki, the most famous Zen Buddhist master in the Western world, to a seminar at his new home in Cuernavaca, Mexico. Their discussion was one of the highlights of Fromm’s life, and the paper Fromm presented (and later expanded into a book) was a watershed work. Fromm demonstrates his mastery of the philosophy and practice of Zen.

In his definitive introduction to Zen Buddhism, Alan Watts ("the perfect guide for a course correction in life" —Deepak Chopra), explains the principles and practices of this ancient religion. With a rare combination of freshness and lucidity, he delves into the origins and history of Zen to...

In the beginner's mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert's there are few. So begins this most beloved of all American Zen works....

Viele von uns suchen nach außergewöhnlichen Erfahrungen. Wir klettern auf hohe Berge, buchen Wellnessurlaube in Thailand oder entfliehen in Yoga-Retreats - alles, um uns selbst zu finden und mit der Welt in Einklang zu bringen. Zurück im Alltag sind die Einsichten aber oft schnell wieder verschwunden. Die Routine hat uns erneut fest im Griff. Doch das eigene Leben nachhaltig zu verändern, ist gar nicht so schwer. Und wir brauchen auch keine außergewöhnlichen Erlebnisse dafür!

Why practice Zen? What sets Zen apart from religion? What are its different practices? These questions, and more, are examined and answered by Zen Master Koun Yamada, whose Dharma heirs include Robert Aitken, Ruben Habito, and David Loy. Through compelling stories and a systematic approach, he guides the listener through creating and sustaining a lifelong practice. Warm and ecumenical in tone, Koun uses the insights of Zen to bring a deeper understanding of faith.

This is not your typical Zen book. Brad Warner, a young punk who grew up to be a Zen master, spares no one. This bold new approach to the "Why?" of Zen Buddhism is as strongly grounded in the tradition of Zen as it is utterly revolutionary. Warner's voice is hilarious, and he calls on the wisdom of everyone from punk and pop culture icons to the Buddha himself to make sure his points come through loud and clear.

From one of America’s most brilliant writers, a New York Times bestselling journey through psychology, philosophy, and lots of meditation to show how Buddhism holds the key to moral clarity and enduring happiness. At the heart of Buddhism is a simple claim: The reason we suffer—and the...

Auf zeitgemäße Art und Weise lehrt Zen-Meister Zensho den achtsamen Weg zu einem bewussteren Lebensstil. Er zeigt, wie man inmitten des hektischen Alltags zu innerem Frieden und höherem Bewusstsein gelangen kann. Der moderne Mensch des Westens lernt mit diesem Leitfaden, durch praktische Anweisungen der Zen-Praxis ein hellklares Gewahrsein des Geistes zu erleben.

Du bist reich wie Buddha, wenn... du Reichtum nicht mit Besitz verwechselst... du dich mit lieben Menschen umgibst... du in Alltagsmomenten dein Glück erkennst... du Begegnungen wertschätzt... du auch in stressiger Zeit die wirklich wichtigen Dinge nicht aus den Augen verlierst. Es sind viele Momente in unserem Leben - so zeigt es uns Bestseller-Autor Bernhard Moestl, in den rund dreißig Kapiteln dieses Lebenshilfe-Ratgebers mit buddhistischen Weisheiten -, in denen ganz alltägliche Erlebnisse uns den Blick für den wahren Reichtum in unserem Leben öffnen können.

An odyssey into life’s challenging questions during an unforgettable summer motorcycle trip Acclaimed as one of the most exciting books in the history of American letters, Robert M. Pirsig’s Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance became an instant bestseller upon its publication in 1974...

Some 25 centuries after the Buddha started teaching, his message continues to inspire people across the globe, including those living in predominantly secular societies. What does it mean to adapt religious practices to secular contexts? Stephen Batchelor, an internationally known author and teacher, is committed to a secularized version of the Buddha's teachings. The time has come, he feels, to articulate a coherent, ethical, contemplative, and philosophical vision of Buddhism for our age.

In chapters such as "During Your Swing Is Not the Time to Give Yourself a Lesson" and "How to Enjoy a Bad Round of Golf," the author guides golfers with simple yet powerful techniques to prepare for, execute, and, equally important, respond to the results of any golf shot. The author, Dr. Joseph Parent, is a PGA Tour Instructor who draws on his teaching experience to offer special methods that have led to amazing improvements in the games of professionals and amateurs alike.

With poetry and clarity, Thich Nhat Hanh imparts comforting wisdom about the nature of suffering and its role in creating compassion, love, and joy – all qualities of enlightenment. “Thich Nhat Hanh shows us the connection between personal, inner peace, and peace on earth.”—His Holiness...

In this classic work of spiritual guidance, the founder of the Rochester Zen Center presents a comprehensive overview of Zen Buddhism. Exploring the three pillars of Zen - teaching, practice, and enlightenment - Roshi Philip Kapleau, the man who founded one of the oldest and most influential Zen centers in the United States, presents a personal account of his own experiences as a student and teacher, and in so doing gives listeners invaluable advice on how to develop their own practices.

Zen können wir aus keinem Hörbuch oder Buch lernen, wir müssen es erleben. Dennoch kann es hilfreich sein, eine "Gebrauchsanleitung" an die Hand zu bekommen, wie wir in das Erleben kommen können. Dieses Hörbuch leitet an, erklärt die Hintergründe und will motivieren, sich auf die Praxis des Zen einzulassen, sich auf den Weg zu begeben, das Leben in seiner Tiefe zu erleben. Zen ist mittlerweile fester Bestandteil westlicher Bewusstseinsübungen.

Aber wo genau ist "zu Hause?" Und könnte man sich nicht vielleicht auch in der Fremde daheim fühlen? Der kleine Buddha überlegt, was "zu Hause" sein wirklich bedeutet. Dazu begibt er sich von seinem Lieblingsplatz unter dem Bodhi-Baum auf eine weitere Reise und damit zugleich auf die abenteuerliche Suche nach der eigenen Heimat. Unterwegs trifft der kleine Buddha über die Begegnung mit verschiedenen Menschen auch auf ganz unterschiedliche Ansichten und Vorstellungen vom eigenen Zuhause: "Zuhause" kann ein Ort sein, aber auch die ganze Welt, eine einzelne Person, vielleicht nur ein Gefühl.

“When you wake up and you see that the Earth is not just the environment, the Earth is us, you touch the nature of interbeing. And at that moment you can have real communication with the Earth… We have to wake up together. And if we wake up together, then we have a chance. Our way of living...

The Zen of Advaita: The Teaching Mastery of Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj is Book I of Stephen Wolinsky's Zen Koan course. It explores Zen Koans in general, how they are structured, their “purpose”, and how Zen Koans have both a deconstructive, as well as revealing, effect.

Who knew the path to enlightenment could start with a cup of tea? Learn the hidden significance behind the deceptively simple Zen tea ceremony - one which can lead directly to Buddhahood and its absolute truth. D.T. Suzuki, once Japan's leading authority on Zen Buddhism, describes the tearoom and the tea ceremony and explains the guiding principles of harmony, reverence, purity, and tranquility.