The Wonder of Presence

And the Way of Meditative Inquiry

Toni Packer

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Shambhala Publications Inc
15 April 2002

Buddhism; Spirituality & religious experience

In this compelling collection of talks, interviews, and letters, Toni Packer provides a comprehensive overview of the path of meditative inquiry-a nondenominational approach to spiritual growth that emphasizes the direct experience of the present moment. ""The immense challenge for each one of us,"" Packer writes, ""is can we live our lives, at least for moments at a time, in the wonder of presence that is the creative source of everything?"" She shows how we can transform fear, anger, guilt, and attachment to our self-image through simple, direct awareness. Having recently lost her husband of fifty years, Packer also speaks with candor and tenderness about the convulsions of a grieving heart and the peace that undivided awareness can bring.

Toni Packer began studying Zen in 1967 with Roshi Philip Kapleau (author of

The Three Pillars of Zen ) at the Rochester Zen Center and was eventually named his successor. Seeing the potentially destructive effects of relying too much on tradition, however, she did not accept the position. Packer is strongly influenced by the teachings of Krishnamurti and has turned away from the traditional forms and hierarchies that are prevalent in many Buddhist schools. Her approach is appealing to many Westerners who find institutionalized practices such as chanting, bowing, and burning incense to be alien and unnecessary.

By: Toni Packer
Imprint: Shambhala Publications Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 232g
ISBN: 9781570628757
ISBN 10: 1570628750
Pages: 144
Publication Date: 15 April 2002
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Toni Packer began studying Zen at the Rochester Zen Center in 1967 with Roshi Philip Kapleau (author of The Three Pillars of Zen). She teaches and leads retreats at Springwater Center in Springwater, New York.

Reviews for The Wonder of Presence: And the Way of Meditative Inquiry

""This refreshingly iconoclastic collection of dharma talks encourages readers to de-emphasize issues such as posture, the 'stages' of enlightenment or the proper meditation techniques in favor of 'effortless being.' Packer's emphasis on awareness and 'the wonder of presence'—combined with her rare ability to make abstract concepts seem simple, even obvious—makes this a welcome addition.""— Publishers Weekly