Silent Illumination
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Silent Illumination
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Author : Guo Gu
language : en
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Release Date : 2021-03-09
Silent Illumination written by Guo Gu and has been published by Shambhala Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-03-09 with Religion categories.
Our natural awakening—or buddha-nature—is inherent within all of us and waiting to be realized. Buddha-nature has the qualities of both silence and illumination, and by working with silent illumination meditation you can find your own awakening. Distinguished Chan Buddhist teacher Guo Gu introduces you to the significance and methods of this practice through in-depth explanations and guided instructions. To help establish a foundation for realizing silent illumination, he has translated twenty-five teachings from the influential master Hongzhi Zhengjue into English, accompanied by his personal commentary. This book will be an indispensable resource for meditators interested in beginning or deepening their silent illumination practice.
The Method Of No Method
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Author : Sheng Yen
language : en
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Release Date : 2008-11-11
The Method Of No Method written by Sheng Yen and has been published by Shambhala Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-11-11 with Religion categories.
Here is a spiritual practice uncomplicated enough for anyone to learn, yet rich enough to be worked with for a lifetime. The traditional Chan (Chinese Zen) practice called Silent Illumination begins with nothing more than putting aside all thoughts except the awareness of oneself "just sitting." It’s so simple in execution that it has sometimes been called the "method of no-method"—yet simple as it is, the practice is subtle and profound, with the potential for ever subtler refinements as the practitioner moves toward mastery of it. When fully penetrated, this radical form of emptying one’s busy mind-stream leads to perception of the vast ocean of pure awareness.
Cultivating The Empty Field
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Author : Taigen Dan Leighton
language : en
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Release Date : 2000-08-01
Cultivating The Empty Field written by Taigen Dan Leighton and has been published by Tuttle Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000-08-01 with Religion categories.
Cultivating the Empty Field is a modern translation of the core of Chinese Ch'an master Hongzhi's Extensive Record. First to articulate the meditation method known to contemporary Zen practitioners as shikantaza ("just sitting") Chinese Zen master Hongzhi is one of the most influential poets in all of Zen literature. This translation of Hongzhi's poetry, the only such volume available in English, treats readers to his profound wisdom and beautiful literary gift. In addition to dozens of Hongshi's religious poems, translator Daniel Leighton offers an extended introduction, placing the master's work in its historical context , as well as lineage charts and other information about the Chinese influence on Japanese Soto Zen. Both spiritual literature and meditation instruction, Cultivating the Empty Field is sure to inspire and delight.
Illumination
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Author : Rebecca Li
language : en
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Release Date : 2023-10-31
Illumination written by Rebecca Li and has been published by Shambhala Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-10-31 with Religion categories.
A modern guide to the transformative practice of silent illumination from Chan Buddhist teacher Rebecca Li. Silent illumination, a way of penetrating the mind through curious inquiry, is an especially potent, accessible, and portable meditation practice perfectly suited for a time when there is so much fear, upheaval, and sorrow in our world. It is a method of reconnecting with our true nature, which encompasses all that exists and where suffering cannot touch us. The practice of silent illumination is simple, allowing each moment to be experienced as it is in order to manifest our innate wisdom and natural capacity for compassion. It can be integrated into all aspects of daily life and is meaningful for secular and Buddhist audiences, new and seasoned meditators alike. After guiding readers through the history and practice of silent illumination, Rebecca Li shows us how we can recognize and unlearn our “modes of operation”—habits of mind that get in the way of being fully present and engaged with life. Cultivating clarity on the empty nature of these habits offers us a way to unlearn and free ourselves from unhelpful modes such as harshness to self, perfectionism, quietism, striving for spiritual attainment, and more. Illumination offers stories and real-life examples, references to classic Buddhist texts, and insights from Chan Master Sheng Yen to guide readers as they practice silent illumination not just on their cushions, but throughout their lives.
Silent Illumination
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Author : Guo Gu
language : en
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Release Date : 2021-03-09
Silent Illumination written by Guo Gu and has been published by Shambhala Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-03-09 with Religion categories.
Our natural awakening—or buddha-nature—is inherent within all of us and waiting to be realized. Buddha-nature has the qualities of both silence and illumination, and by working with silent illumination meditation you can find your own awakening. Distinguished Chan Buddhist teacher Guo Gu introduces you to the significance and methods of this practice through in-depth explanations and guided instructions. To help establish a foundation for realizing silent illumination, he has translated twenty-five teachings from the influential master Hongzhi Zhengjue into English, accompanied by his personal commentary. This book will be an indispensable resource for meditators interested in beginning or deepening their silent illumination practice.
The Essence Of Chan
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Author : Guo Gu
language : en
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Release Date : 2020-10-27
The Essence Of Chan written by Guo Gu and has been published by Shambhala Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-10-27 with Religion categories.
Clear and illuminating commentary on one of Bodhidharma’s most important texts—designed to help Chan practitioners apply timeless and essential advice to their practice Legend has it that more than a thousand years ago an Indian Buddhist monk named Bodhidharma arrived in China. His approach to teaching was unlike that of any of the Buddhist missionaries who had come to China before him. He confounded the emperor with cryptic dialogues, traveled the country, lived in a cave in the mountains, and eventually paved the way for a unique and illuminating approach to Buddhist teachings that would later spread across the whole of East Asia in the form of Chan—later to be known as Seon in Korean, Thien in Vietnamese, and Zen in Japanese. This book, a translation and commentary on one of Bodhidharma’s most important texts, explores Bodhidharma’s revolutionary teachings in English. Guo Gu weaves his commentary through modern and relatable contexts, showing that this centuries-old wisdom is just as crucial for life now as it was when it first came to be. Masterfully translated and accompanied by helpful insights to supplement daily practice, The Essence of Chan is the perfect guide for those new to Chan, those returning, or those who have been practicing for years.
Cultivating The Empty Field
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Author : Zhengjue
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1991
Cultivating The Empty Field written by Zhengjue and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991 with Philosophy categories.
These rich and dense teachings might be read most usefully as one reads poetry. Hongzhi employed a style more holographic than the rational, expository style of Western thought; each of his paragraphs encapsulates the whole teaching.
Complete Enlightenment
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Author : Master Sheng-Yen
language : en
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Release Date : 1999-01-26
Complete Enlightenment written by Master Sheng-Yen and has been published by Shambhala Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999-01-26 with Religion categories.
Complete Enlightenment is the first authoritative translation and commentary on The Sutra of Complete Enlightenment, a central text that shaped the development of East Asian Buddhism and Ch'an (Chinese Zen). The text is set in the form of a transcription of discussions between the Buddha and the twelve enlightened beings(bodhisattvas), who question him on all aspects of spiritual practice. This new translation preserves all the liveliness and nuance of the text in the original Chinese. The sutra's ancient wisdom is brought to life by the commentaries of Master Sheng Yen, one of the most revered living Buddhist masters in the Ch'an lineage. This is truly a manual for the spiritual journey toward complete enlightenment, providing the key to the deep, poetic, and practical meanings of the scripture.
Getting The Buddha Mind
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Author : Shengyan
language : en
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
Release Date : 2005
Getting The Buddha Mind written by Shengyan and has been published by North Atlantic Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Spiritual life categories.
Chan—or in Japanese, Zen—involves studying, practicing, acting, and being, but beyond words and ideas, the true Chan cannot be described, only learned. Under the guidance of authentic teachers like Chan Master Sheng Yen, many students in the West have learned how to follow the path. Collected from a series of talks given during Chan retreats, Getting the Buddha Mind presents the teachings of this esteemed spiritual guide and brings the intimacy of the retreat experience into the reader's living room.
The Koan
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Author : Steven Heine
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2000-04-20
The Koan written by Steven Heine and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000-04-20 with Religion categories.
Koans are enigmatic spiritual formulas used for religious training in the Zen Buddhist tradition. Arguing that our understanding of the koan tradition has been severely limited, contributors to this collection examine previously unrecognized factors in the formation of this tradition, and highlight the rich complexity and diversity of koan practice and literature.