The Elements of... – Zen - Tapa blanda

The Zen way to self-knowledge is a search beyond the fetters of a logical mind towards an understanding of our true selves. This book explains the essence of Zen and how it developed; meditation and teaching methods; and Zen in daily life and in the martial arts.

What is Zen?; origins and history of Zen; the way of Zen – the journey to the true self, the life of Joshu Jushin; Zen practice; further practice; Zen in daily life; Zen food; the ox-herding pictures; Zen and the martial arts; common questions; Zen vows and sutras.