Orthodox Chinese Buddhism: A Contemporary Chan Master's Answers to Common Questions

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Chan Master Sheng Yen Otto Chang

Orthodox Chinese Buddhism

A Contemporary Chan Master's Answers to Common Questions

Chan Master Sheng Yen, Otto Chang, Douglas Gildow

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North Atlantic Books,U.S.
15 July 2011

Buddhism

As a well-known scholar and meditation master-His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama called him ""extremely modest, a true spiritual practitioner of deep and broad learning""-Sheng Yen is uniquely qualified to guide Western seekers into the world of contemporary Chinese Buddhism. Written while the author was secluded in solitary retreat in southern Taiwan, Orthodox Chinese Buddhism provides a wealth of theory and simple, clear guidelines for practicing this increasingly popular form of spirituality. One of the most influential Buddhist books in the Chinese language, the book explores a wide range of subjects, from distinguishing core teachings from outdated cultural norms to bridging the gap between Western and Chinese traditions. In the process, it addresses such questions as ""To what extent should Buddhism be Westernized to fit new cultural conditions?"" and ""Does Westernization necessarily lead to 'a dumbing down' of Buddhism?"" In addition to the translation of the complete original text, this edition includes new annotations, appendixes, and a glossary designed for the Western reader.

By: Chan Master Sheng Yen
Translated by: Otto Chang, Douglas Gildow
Imprint: North Atlantic Books,U.S.
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: Annotated edition
Dimensions: Height: 208mm, Width: 147mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 454g
ISBN: 9781556436574
ISBN 10: 1556436572
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 15 July 2011
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Master Sheng Yen was appointed one of the chairs of the World Council of Religious Leaders in 2002. His Dharma Drum Buddhist Association has 21 centers throughout North America. He lives in Elmhurst, NY. Otto Chang, Ph.D. lives in Los Angeles, CA, and Singapore. Douglas Gildow lives in Boston, MA.

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A Contemporary Chan Master's Answers to Common Questions

Chan Master Sheng Yen, Otto Chang, Douglas Gildow

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