The Essential Dogen: Writings of the Great Zen Master
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
The Essential Dogen: Writings of the Great Zen Master
By (Author) Kazuaki Tanahashi
Edited by Peter Levitt
By (author) Zen Master Dogen
Shambhala Publications Inc
Shambhala Publications Inc
15th May 2013
28th May 2013
United States
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
294.3927
Physical Properties
Paperback
272
Width 127mm, Height 183mm, Spine 20mm
272g
Description
These pithy and powerful readings provide a perfect introduction to the teachings of Zen master Dogen-and will inspire spiritual practice in people of all traditions Eihei Dogen (1200-1253), founder of the Soto School of Zen Buddhism, is one of the greatest religious, philosophical, and literary geniuses of Japan. His writings have been studied by Zen students for centuries, particularly his masterwork,Shobo GenzoorTreasury of the True Dharma Eye. This is the first book to offer the great master's incisive wisdom in short selections taken from the whole range of his voluminous works.
Author Bio
Kazuaki Tanahashi, a Japanese-trained calligrapher, is the pioneers of the genre of 'one stroke painting' as well as the creator of multicolor enso (Zen circles). His brushwork has been shown in solo exhibitions in galleries, museums, and universities all over the world. Tanahashi has edited several books of Dogen's writing and is also the author of Brush Mind.
