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The Poetry of Zen
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The Poetry of Zen Description
Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 895.61080382943927
EAN: 9781590304259
ISBN: 159030425X
Label: Shambhala
Manufacturer: Shambhala
Number Of Items: 1
Book Pages: 208
Publication Date: 2007-02-13
Publisher: Shambhala
Product Release Date: 2007-02-13
Studio: Shambhala
Dewey Decimal Number: 895.61080382943927
EAN: 9781590304259
ISBN: 159030425X
Label: Shambhala
Manufacturer: Shambhala
Number Of Items: 1
Book Pages: 208
Publication Date: 2007-02-13
Publisher: Shambhala
Product Release Date: 2007-02-13
Studio: Shambhala
Editorial Review of The Poetry of Zen
A Zen poem is nothing other than an expression of the enlightened mind, a handful of simple words that disappear beneath the moment of insight to which it bears witness. Poetry has been an essential aid to Zen Buddhist practice from the dawn of Zen—and Zen has also had a profound influence on the secular poetry of the countries in which it has flourished. Here, two of America’s most renowned poets and translators provide an overview of Zen poetry from China and Japan in all its rich variety, from the earliest days to the twentieth century. Included are works by Lao Tzu, Han Shan, Li Po, Dogen Kigen, Saigyo, Basho, Chiao Jan, Yuan Mei, Ryokan, and many others. Hamill and Seaton provide illuminating introductions to the Chinese and Japanese sections that set the poets and their work in historical and philosophical context. Short biographies of the poets are also included.
Customer Reviews of The Poetry of Zen
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Review Summary: Skillfully translated and edited
Review: Skillfully translated and edited by award-winning poet Sam Hamill and Professor of Chinese J.P. Seaton, The Poetry of Zen is an anthology of the poetic Buddhist expressions of enlightened minds. Collecting works by a wide variety of great authors, including Lao Tzu, Han Shan, Li Po, Dogen Kigen, Saigyo, and many more, The Poetry of Zen offers a cross-section of historical classics that all have in common a resonating theme conducive to meditation, reflection, and self-transformation. Highly recommended. "Everything must end. / Thus the day tries to begin / with the morning bell. / But the long night remains, / empty moon still in the sky."
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: Thoughtful volume
Review: This collection is very satisfying. There are useful and short essays on zen poetry, and the poetry is kernel sized but with outsized messages. And, like all good poetry, lets you gap fill and extrapolate. Pick up a copy of "Japanese Death Poems" to compliment this collection.
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: Excellent
Review: This is a wonderfully diverse collection of poetry. I've since purchased books by many of the featured poets, finding each a worthy read. The one aspect I didn't find all that interesting was the last few pages of haiku.
Review Summary: Skillfully translated and edited
Review: Skillfully translated and edited by award-winning poet Sam Hamill and Professor of Chinese J.P. Seaton, The Poetry of Zen is an anthology of the poetic Buddhist expressions of enlightened minds. Collecting works by a wide variety of great authors, including Lao Tzu, Han Shan, Li Po, Dogen Kigen, Saigyo, and many more, The Poetry of Zen offers a cross-section of historical classics that all have in common a resonating theme conducive to meditation, reflection, and self-transformation. Highly recommended. "Everything must end. / Thus the day tries to begin / with the morning bell. / But the long night remains, / empty moon still in the sky."
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: Thoughtful volume
Review: This collection is very satisfying. There are useful and short essays on zen poetry, and the poetry is kernel sized but with outsized messages. And, like all good poetry, lets you gap fill and extrapolate. Pick up a copy of "Japanese Death Poems" to compliment this collection.
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: Excellent
Review: This is a wonderfully diverse collection of poetry. I've since purchased books by many of the featured poets, finding each a worthy read. The one aspect I didn't find all that interesting was the last few pages of haiku.