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The Three Pillars of Zen: Teaching, Practice, and Enlightenment
by Philip Kapleau Roshi

The Three Pillars of Zen: Teaching, Practice, and Enlightenment
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Author: Philip Kapleau Roshi
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 1989-02-27
ISBN: 0385260938
Number of pages: 480
Publisher: Anchor

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Book Review: The Three Pillars of Zen: A book to fill the gap.
Summary: 5 Stars

When a beginner decides to look into Zen, good books can be hard to find. The subject is enormous, many varied, contradictory, and complex discussions abound. All views may be valid, indeed, complimentary, but they may need years of experience to verify. There are also the simplistic explanations. These are wonderful, but they might not be fulfilling to those with real curiosity. Roshi (Japanese for "venerable teacher") Philip Kapleau's book fills this gap masterfully. The book is both scholarly and anecdotal. With teachings from historic and modern masters; as well as the authors first hand account of his study of Zen. The book is informative, inspirational, and practical. This is the book that turned the corner for me. I went from being interested in Zen, to feeling Zen.

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