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Now and Zen

Now and Zen

Notes from a Buddhist Monastery: with Illustrations

Summary

'In Japan we have an expression, 'Float like Cloud, Flow like Water'. Its meaning is: to live free and unconstrained'

In this short introduction to Zen Buddhism, a practising Japanese monk shares the many lessons he has learned from life inside a temple.

With charm and humour, he guides us through everything from meditation to tea-drinking ceremonies, the meaning of koans to preparing Zen food. Accompanied by the author's own illustrations, this book invites you to change your perception through the wisdom of monastic life.

About the author

Eiyû Murakoshi

Eiyu Murakoshi is chief priest of the Rinzai temple Ryuunji and the author of numerous books on Zen.
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