Mud and Water: The Teachings of Zen Master Bassui
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The fourteenth-century Zen master Bassui was recognized as one of the most important Zen teachers of his time. Accessible and eloquent, these teachings cut to the heart of the great matter of Zen,... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0865474001
ISBN13:9780865474000
Release Date:January 1989
Publisher:Weatherhill
Length:127 Pages
Weight:1.20 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 5.3" x 8.3"
Customer Reviews
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Purity and clarity in "Mud..."
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
Zen Master Bassui's instruction always cut right to the heart of the great matter: he emphasized deep and clear penetration into one's own true nature. Questioned about many common Buddhist concepts, Bassui brought the listener - and here the reader- back again and again to the inescapable necessity of seeing one's true nature. In this manner, all the dualistic questionings are brought back to the non-dual. Arthur Braverman's translation reflects his expertise and personal history in Zen practice inasmuch as he sensitively unlocks the insights of the teachings in their original language and historical context and brings them forth into English. This and his explanatory notes keep the reader on track for understanding a Zen teacher whom I find much more accessible than Dogen. Plus, its just a very enjoyable and readable book.
Clear as Glass
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
The Teachings of Zen Master Bassui are sure to instill a profound and shattering recognition in any student of the Way. Again and again this venerable maverick Zen master swings his blow at the very core of Buddhist thinking, while responding to questions and riddles posed by his own followers, as well as by monks visiting his monastery. Most of Master Bassui's teachings are arranged in the usual Q & A form, prevalent in Zen literature, with short, concise and helpful notes by the translator appearing at the end of the book. Although coming to us from a distance of some centuries, the teachings are an enjoyable reading, their message as clear as glass. Put your mind to it and learn from this extraordinary Master!
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