Finding the Still Point (Book and CD): A Beginner's Guide to Zen Meditation (Dharma Communications)
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| Rating | : | 4.26 (685 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1590304799 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 128 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-01-01 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
He covers the basics of where to sit (on a cushion, bench, or chair), how to posture the body (complete with instructional photographs), and how to practice Zen meditation to discover the freedom of a peaceful mind.. John Daido Loori, one of America's leading Zen teachers, offers everything needed to begin a meditation practice. Through Zen meditation it is possible to find stillness of mind, even amidst our everyday activities—and this practical book-and-CD set reveals how
His work has been most noted for its unique adaptation of traditional Asian Buddhism into an American context, particularly with regard to the arts, the environment, social action, and the use of modern media as a vehicle of spiritual training and social change. John Daido Loori (1931–2009) was one of the West's leading Zen masters. He was the founder and spiritual leader of the Mounta
This book-and-CD package promises to be a graceful gem in the legendary cosmic Diamond Net. . The CD offers timed zazen sessions of 10 and 30 minutes, plus a brief talk by Loori on the benefits of meditation. Part Two, a dharma talk on The Great Way, effectively imparts a direct expression of the spirit of Zen by the teacher to his… students. In this ultraslim illustrated primer, Loori distills that experience and wisdom into a resolute and economical guide for beginners. (Sept.)Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. From Publishers WeeklyStarred Review. Loori, the revered and celebrated founder and abbot of Zen Mountain Monastery in New York, has authored numerous books on Zen Buddhist practice (The Eight Gates of Zen). This section is particularly friendly for beginners with its concise instructional
George F. said The Starting Point for the Turning World. As a photographer, I first investigated the writings of John Daido Loori Roshi to pursue the "Zen" of photography. I have been a devoted reader of Thich Naht Hahn for several years and have desired to learn more about Zen practice. For one who lives without a formal sangha, it is difficult to learn the basics of practice.I ordered "Finding the Still Point" because of my appreciation of Loori's writing, and also out of a hope for the basics of practice. I was not at all disappointed for either hope.Loori communicates beautifully, the result of his years as a teacher, and his sense of what we beginners need and w. However I love this book as a beginner of meditation and yoga This book arrived without the CD but the seller mad it right. However I love this book as a beginner of meditation and yoga this has been a tremendous help.. The Still Point James A. Baker The Still Point is an Excellent introduction to Zazen. The Cd provided with the book and the guided Zazen, are very helpful to my Zazen practice.