Ekaku Hakuin - The Essential Teachings Of Zen Master Hakuin A Translation Of The Sokko - Roku Kaien - Fusetsu - Paperback

Binding: Paperback
Description: A fiery and intensely dynamic Zen teacher and artist Hakuin (1685 1768) is credited with almost single - handedly revitalizing Japanese Zen after three hundred years of decline. As a teacher he placed special emphasis on koan practice inventing many new koans himself including the famous What is the sound of one hand clapping? As an artist Hakuin used calligraphy and painting to create visual Dharma teachings that powerfully express the nature of enlightenment. The text translated here offers an excellent introduction to the work of this extraordinary teacher. Hakuin sets forth his vision of authentic Zen teaching and practice condemning his contemporaries whom he held responsible for the decline of Zen and exhorting his students to dedicate themselves to breaking through the Zen barrier. Included are reproductions of several of Hakuin's finest calligraphies and paintings.
Title: The Essential Teachings Of Zen Master Hakuin A Translation Of The Sokko - Roku Kaien - Fusetsu
Author(s): Ekaku Hakuin
Publisher: Shambhala Publications Inc
Barcode: 9781590308066
Pages: 176 Pages
Publication Date: 7/13/2010
Series: Shambhala Classics
Category: Zen Buddhism