The first full English translation gives the odd, outrageous, and illuminating replies of this founding Zen (Ch'an) master from North China to the questions of 8th and 9th century Buddhist monks. It is said of Joshu that 'his lips emitted light, ' evoking clearly his own experience and enlightenment. His teachings are a keynote in the official koan of Zen
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The first full English translation gives the odd, outrageous, and illuminating replies of this founding Zen (Ch'an) master from North China to the questions of 8th and 9th century Buddhist monks. It is said of Joshu that 'his lips emitted light, ' evoking clearly his own experience and enlightenment. His teachings are a keynote in the official koan of Zen
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Very good in very good dust jacket. Unmarked. Back of jacket has a couple of light scratches, and a bit of fading along spine edge. Book appears unread, with bright and crisp pages. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 192 p. Sacred Literature (Hardcover). Audience: General/trade.