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Unfathomable Depths
Drawing Wisdom for Today from a Classical Zen Poem
Published by Wisdom Publications
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About The Book
Navigate a forgotten classic poem and enrich your practice with famed Zen master Sekkei Harada.
Three of the most pressing issues in any discussion of modern Zen are the true nature and function of Dharma transmission, how to appropriately practice with koans, and how to understand the "just sitting" of Soto Zen. Zen master Sekkei Harada uses the enigmatic "Ten Verses of Unfathomable Depth" as the basis of his practical and theoretical discussion of these concerns. Unfathomable Depths presents a concise treatment of Soto theory and practice, while delivering approachable and workable advice from one of Zen's most esteemed teachers. Rooting himself in Tong'an Changcha's classical poem, Harada intimately speaks to the world of Zen today.
Three of the most pressing issues in any discussion of modern Zen are the true nature and function of Dharma transmission, how to appropriately practice with koans, and how to understand the "just sitting" of Soto Zen. Zen master Sekkei Harada uses the enigmatic "Ten Verses of Unfathomable Depth" as the basis of his practical and theoretical discussion of these concerns. Unfathomable Depths presents a concise treatment of Soto theory and practice, while delivering approachable and workable advice from one of Zen's most esteemed teachers. Rooting himself in Tong'an Changcha's classical poem, Harada intimately speaks to the world of Zen today.
Product Details
- Publisher: Wisdom Publications (December 23, 2014)
- Length: 272 pages
- ISBN13: 9781614291039
Raves and Reviews
“A veteran Zen teacher explains the proper role of scholarly study in support of zazen practice and the necessity of determined effort.”
– Victor Hori, McGill University
"A celebration is called for now that this important poem and Zen Master Harada Sekkei’s commentary has arrived in English. This volume will serve as a guide for Zen students for many generations to come."
– Setsuan Gaelyn Godwin, Abbot, Houston Zen Center
"An important contribution to contemporary Zen literature."
– Kyogen Carlson, Abbot, Dharma Rain Zen Center
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