Author(s): Thich Thien-An

Zen Buddhism

A practical presentation of the basic teachings and various methods of the major schools of Zen Buddhism, intended for ready understanding and practice.

Zen Philosohpy, Zen Practice presents the two dynamic aspects of Zen - its philosophy and its way of life. Providing a sound foundation for understanding, Dr. Thien-An traces the history of Zen within the general context of Buddhist thought, then focuses on the essential union of theory and practice, sitting and action, wisdom and compassion.