Zen Philosophy, Zen Practice
Zen Philosophy, Zen Practice by Thich Thien-An, published by Dharma Publishing in January 1975, offers insights into the principles of Zen Buddhism. This 1st Edition, comprising 179 pages, explores the notion that reality is understood inwardly rather than externally. The text emphasizes the discovery of Buddha nature within each individual, presenting the idea that enlightenment is an inherent quality that can be revealed by overcoming internal obstacles.
Readers will find a structured approach through 14 chapters that cover various topics such as self-reflection and essential practices in Zen. Each chapter concludes with practical methods of Zen practice, allowing readers to engage with different techniques and select those that resonate with them. This edition serves as a resource for those interested in deepening their understanding of Zen Buddhism and exploring its practices.
Official synopsis Publisher
The way of Zen holds that reality is to be gotten hold of not externally, but inwardly. The truth is to be found in our own nature and nowhere else. Within each living being is the Buddha nature, the principle of enlightenment.
“To become a Buddha is simply to discover this Buddha nature, always present within, eternally shining. Like the sun, it continually radiates light, but when the clouds pass over, we cannot see it. The goal is to eliminate the clouds, for when they fly away, we can once again see the light.”
Thich Thien-An was an eminent Vietnamese master concerned with introducing Zen to Western practitioners. Originally given as public lectures, this book’s 14 chapters, emphasize general principles and understanding while covering a range of topics including “Self-Reflection in Zen Buddhism,” “Three Essentials of Zen Practice,” and “The Matter of Soul in Buddhism.”
Each lecture end with a different method of practice used in Zen Buddhism giving readers the opportunity to experience Zen practice and choose from a variety of methods and techniques, those that are most effective for the reader.
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