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The Sixth Book In The Zen Speaks Series Of Cartoonillustrated Adaptations Of Chinese Thought And Philosophy By Worldrenowned Author Tsai Chih Chung, Wisdom Of The Zen Masters Combines Selections From The Most Important And Famous Zen Texts Into A Single Volume.Only One Chinese Buddhist Work Ever Attained The Status Of An Official Scripture, The Platform Sutra Of The Sixth Patriarch. Wisdom Of The Zen Masters Illustrates The Key Narrative Of This Text And Follows The Orthodox Line Of Zen Transmission In A Loosely Chronological Format From Patriarch To Patriarch, Master To Master. The Result Is A Delightful Romp Through The History Of Forty Or So Illustrious And Irreverent Zen Masters, Complete With Enlightening Anecdotes And Disarming Wisdom.In Addition To The Platform Sutra, Many Episodes Are Drawn From Other Key Zen Texts, Including The Transmission Of The Lamp, The Gateless Gate (Mumonkan), And The Blue Cliff Record. All Of These Are Recognized As Rich Sources Of The Famous Zen Koan.Wisdom Of The Zen Masters Is Not Only A Perfect Introduction To Zen Buddhism, But Also An Essential Component Of Any Zen Collection.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Wisdom of the Zen Masters'? A: The main theme of 'Wisdom of the Zen Masters' is the exploration of key Zen teachings and narratives through illustrated adaptations of important Zen texts, providing insights into the history and philosophy of Zen Buddhism.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Wisdom of the Zen Masters'? A: The author of 'Wisdom of the Zen Masters' is Tsai Chih Chung, a world-renowned author known for his cartoon-illustrated adaptations of Chinese thought and philosophy.
- Q: Is 'Wisdom of the Zen Masters' suitable for beginners in Zen Buddhism? A: Yes, 'Wisdom of the Zen Masters' is an excellent introduction for beginners, as it distills essential Zen teachings and stories into an accessible format.
- Q: What are some key texts included in this book? A: The book includes selections from several important Zen texts, such as the Platform Sutra of the Sixth Patriarch, Transmission of the Lamp, Gateless Gate, and Blue Cliff Record.
- Q: How many pages does 'Wisdom of the Zen Masters' have? A: 'Wisdom of the Zen Masters' has a total of 128 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of 'Wisdom of the Zen Masters' is paperback.
- Q: When was 'Wisdom of the Zen Masters' published? A: 'Wisdom of the Zen Masters' was published on October 20, 1998.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: This book is a First Printing from the Publisher.
- Q: Can 'Wisdom of the Zen Masters' be considered a collector's item? A: Yes, 'Wisdom of the Zen Masters' can be considered an essential component of any Zen collection due to its unique illustrations and interpretations of Zen teachings.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, 'Wisdom of the Zen Masters' features cartoon illustrations that complement the Zen teachings and narratives within the text.