The author clarifies the meaning of Koan and the commentaries of the work compiled by Genro, a Zen master in 18th century Japan.

The Iron Flute: 100 Zen Koans

Religion & Spirituality

Hagen, Steve

McCandless, Ruth Strout

Genro Oryu

Fugai

Buddhism

Tuttle Pub

Written for the neophyte who has no prior knowledge of the subject, Buddhism and Zen defines basic terms, translates key words, and answers the ten most frequently asked questions that are posed by Westerners interested in Zen Buddhism. Much of the Western world's interest in Zen is based on our growing awareness that the literal, the pragmatic, and the rational, while useful, often fail to explain the phenomena of the emotions, the unconscious, and the subconscious. Insights gleaned from psychoanalysis and various other forms of therapy have better prepared us for noncognitive enlightenment and paradox and non sequitur--it is no longer an unthinkable step from "The first shall be last and the last shall be first" to "The way that can be described is not the true way" and "What is the sound of one hand clapping?" The Buddha said, "If you try to see me through my form, or if you try to hear me through my voice, you will never reach me and will remain forever a stranger to my teaching."
This primer, first published in 1953 and long out of print, is a concise compendium of essential information for the seeker who wishes to explore Zen Buddhism.

Buddhism and Zen

Senzaki, Nyogen

NORTH POINT PRESS

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