HEINE STEVEN

Since Zen Buddhism first captivated the attention of Western seekers the dominant discourse about this sect has been romantic, idealistic, and utopian. The essence of Zen has been described as ineffable, wholistic, and promoting social harmony. In recent years, however, some scholars have begun to examine Zen through the lenses of historical and...

Many developments in Buddhist history, such as the infusion of esoteric rituals, the rise of devotionalism and lay movements, and the assimilation of warrior practices, reflect the impact of widespread social changes on traditional religious structures. At the same time, Buddhism has been able to maintain its doctrinal purity to a remarkable...

A new translation with critical commentary of sixty Zen Koans - the first book to place the koan in its tradition of supernatural narratives....

Koans are enigmatic spiritual formulas used for religious training in the Zen Buddhist tradition. Arguing that our understanding of the koan tradition has been extremely limited, contributors to this collection examine previously unrecognized factors in the formation of this tradition, and highlight the rich complexity and diversity of koan...

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From CEOS on down, people in the world of business are increasingly turning to spiritualy for help in attainging the clarity of mind that allows them to be decisive, spontaneous, and strategic in dealing with crises and transforming setbacks into opportunities for advancemetn and growth. In this innovative book, Steven Heine shows that Zen Buddhism...