Orthodox Chinese Buddhism: A Contemporary Chan Master's

Orthodox Chinese Buddhism: A Contemporary Chan Master's Answers to Common Questions
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As a well-known scholar and meditation masterâ‚¬"His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama called him â‚¬Å“extremely modest, a true spiritual practitioner of deep and broad learningâ‚¬Ââ‚¬"Sheng Yen is uniquely qualified to guide Western seekers into the world of contemporary Chinese Buddhism. Written while the author was secluded in solitary retreat in southern Taiwan, Orthodox Chinese Buddhism provides a wealth of theory and simple, clear guidelines for practicing this increasingly popular form of spirituality. One of the most influential Buddhist books in the Chinese language, the book explores a wide range of subjects, from distinguishing core teachings from outdated cultural norms to bridging the gap between Western and Chinese traditions. In the process, it addresses such questions as â‚¬Å“To what extent should Buddhism be Westernized to fit new cultural conditions?â‚¬Â and â‚¬Å“Does Westernization necessarily lead to â‚¬Ëœa dumbing downâ‚¬ of Buddhism?â‚¬Â In addition to the translation of the complete original text, this edition includes new annotations, appendixes, and a glossary designed for the Western reader.
Country USA
Brand North Atlantic Books
Manufacturer North Atlantic Books
Binding Paperback
Color Multicolor
ReleaseDate 2007-08-07
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9781556436574

Country	USA
Brand	North Atlantic Books
Manufacturer	North Atlantic Books
Binding	Paperback
Color	Multicolor
ReleaseDate	2007-08-07
UnitCount	1
Format	Illustrated
EANs	9781556436574

Orthodox Chinese Buddhism: A Contemporary Chan Master's Answers to Common Questions

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