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Book Synopsis: A new translation of The Gateless Gate and The Blue Cliff Records, two classic collections of Zen koans—or guiding ‘riddles’—used in the study of Zen Buddhism. The strange verbal paradoxes called koans have been used traditionally in Zen training to help students attain a direct realization of truths inexpressible in words. The two works translated in this book, Mumonkan (The Gateless Gate) and Hekiganroku (The Blue Cliff Records), both compiled during the Song dynasty in China, are the best known and most frequently studied koan collections, and are classics of Zen literature. They are still used today in a variety of practice lineages, from traditional zendos to modern Zen centers.
In a completely new translation, together with original commentaries, the well-known Zen teacher Katsuki Sekida brings to these works the same fresh and pragmatic approach that made his Zen Training so successful. The insights of a lifetime of Zen practice and his familiarity with both Eastern and Western ways of thinking make him an ideal interpreter of these texts.
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Unlock the secrets of Zen with Two Zen Classics: The Gateless Gate and the Blue Cliff Records. This new translation brings these classic collections of Zen koans to life, guiding you on a transformative journey. The enigmatic koans, known as guiding 'riddles,' have long been used in Zen training to help students attain a direct realization of truths that are beyond words. With Mumonkan (The Gateless Gate) and Hekiganroku (The Blue Cliff Records) in your hands, you'll have the keys to unlock the wisdom of Zen.
Compiled during the Song dynasty in China, these koan collections have stood the test of time and are considered the best known and most frequently studied in Zen literature. They are still revered and utilized today in a variety of practice lineages, from traditional zendos to modern Zen centers. Now, with this completely new translation and original commentaries by renowned Zen teacher Katsuki Sekida, you'll have a fresh and pragmatic approach to studying these sacred texts.
Katsuki Sekida, with his extensive experience in Zen practice and his deep understanding of Eastern and Western ways of thinking, is the perfect interpreter of these profound texts. His insights bring a unique perspective to the koans, making them accessible to both newcomers and experienced practitioners alike.
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the depths of Zen wisdom. Immerse yourself in the transformative power of Two Zen Classics: The Gateless Gate and the Blue Cliff Records. Start your journey today and discover the profound teachings that have guided countless seekers on the path of enlightenment.
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