Attempts to penetrate the core of spirituality and consciousness by employing a psychological approach to the understanding of religious experience

Product Description: The life of Bodhidharma, the founder of Zen Buddhism, has, with the passing of time, been magnified to the scale of myth, turning history into the stuff of legend. Known as the First Patriarch, Bodhidharma brought Zen from South India into China in 500 CE, changing the country forever...read more

Product Description: How raising chickens can help us reconnect with the simpler joys of life.

Traces the origin of Zen and discusses the Zen way of life against its historical and cultural background

Black and beautiful Loop Garoo Kid performs lariat tricks in a circus, but when they arrive in Yellow Back Radio, they're surprised to find all the adults have been run out of town by the children (view table of contents)

Product Description: A neurologist and Zen practitioner clarifies the benefits of meditative training, drawing on classical Buddhist literature and modern brain research.In Zen-Brain Horizons, James Austin draws on his decades of experience as a neurologist and Zen practitioner to clarify the benefits of meditative training...read more

A highly accessible overview of Zen philosophy includes a basic historical background, a thorough overview of the techniques of Zen practice, and explanations of key concepts and terminology. Reissue.

Draws on Eastern religion to present a series of life lessons through the metaphor of music to help readers live their lives with purpose, contemplation, and harmony

"A man who has attained mastery of an art reveals it in his every action."--Samurai maximUnder the guidance of such celebrated masters as Ed Parker and the immortal Bruce Lee, Joe Hyams vividly recounts his more than twenty-five years of experience in the martial arts. In his illuminating story, Hyams reveals to listeners how the daily application of Zen principles not only developed his physical expertise but gave him the mental discipline to control his personal problems--self-image, work pressure, competition. Indeed, mastering the spiritual goals in martial arts can dramatically alter the quality of your life--enriching your relationships with people, as well as helping you make use of all your abilities.

Product Description: Zen Inspirations offers a selection of appealing texts that bring insight and contemplation to busy modern lives – from the complete koans of the Gateless Gate (a 13th-century collection of spiritual puzzles used in the practice of Zen) to a generous selection of haiku and other poems that are not only thought provoking and evocative but rich in beauty and paradox...read more

Product Description: "Leap and the net shall find you." Zen titles are perennial bestsellers, beloved by gift-giving buyers. Seekers of spiritual nourishment will find plenty of sustenance in these meditations, insights, and daily affirmations from the ancient Asian sages...read more