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Zen Meditation in Plain English
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Zen Meditation in Plain English
Author: John Daishin Buksbazen
Foreword: Peter Matthiessen
About the Book
Zen Meditation in Plain English is an excellent, practical introduction to Zen meditation, written in a warm and accessible style. Whether you are brand new to meditation or seeking to deepen your practice, this guide walks you through the essentials of zazen step by step—from posture and breathing to group practice and intensive retreats.
While emphasizing the importance of good instruction and community support, Buksbazen also provides clear instructions and simple exercises for beginning a practice on your own. For those looking to uncover a clear and insightful path into Zen philosophy and practice, this book is a perfect companion.
Reviews
- “In his concise and informative Zen Meditation in Plain English, meditation veteran John Daishin Buksbazen gives detailed directions for each step of Zen-style meditation… His focus is on getting the fundamentals right. Until you find a teacher, this book will do nicely.” — Brian Bruya, Religion Editor, Amazon.com
- “Buksbazen, a psychotherapist ordained as a Zen priest in 1968, offers practical and down-to-earth advice… This is a fine introduction to Zen meditation practice, grounded in tradition yet adapted to contemporary life.” — Publishers Weekly
- “An engaging introduction to bringing Zen meditation to a contemporary lifestyle. Comprehensive and step-by-step, the book also puts this practice into its proper historic and theological place.” — New York Resident
- “Clear, simple and well grounded in years of experience, Daishin’s book is a real gift to anyone interested in Zen practice.” — Bernie Glassman, founder, Zen Peacemakers Order
- “John Daishin Buksbazen has brought the practice of Zen home to us all. It is as simple as stretching exercises, as intimate as counting the breaths, as uncomplicated as accepting one’s self.” — Robert Aitken, author of Gateless Gate
About the Author
John Daishin Buksbazen began Zen practice in 1967 and went on to receive ordination in the Korean Chogye Order of Zen. He studied extensively at the Zen Center of Los Angeles, serving as a counselor, teacher, and editor of the ZCLA Journal. He later earned his PsyD in Psychology and now integrates Buddhist psychology and meditation with his work as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. He leads the Ocean Moon Sangha in Santa Monica and continues to teach zazen and Buddhist psychology to both practitioners and professionals.
Peter Matthiessen, who provides the foreword, was a three-time National Book Award–winning author and environmental activist, best known for The Snow Leopard and In the Spirit of Crazy Horse.
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