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Complete Enlightenment

Zen Comments on the Sutra of Complete Enlightenment

By: Chan Master Sheng Yen

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Complete Enlightenment

Zen Comments on the Sutra of Complete Enlightenment

By: Chan Master Sheng Yen

Complete Enlightenment is the first authoritative translation and commentary on The Sutra of Complete Enlightenment, a central text that shaped the development of East Asian Buddhism and Ch'an (Chinese Zen). The text is set in the form of a transcription of discussions between the Buddha and the twelve enlightened beings(bodhisattvas), who question him on all aspects of spiritual practice. This new translation preserves all the liveliness and nuance of the text in the original Chinese. The sutra's ancient wisdom is brought to life by the commentaries of Master Sheng-yen, one of the most revered living Buddhist masters in the Ch'an lineage. This is truly a manual for the spiritual journey toward complete enlightenment, providing the key to the deep, poetic, and practical meanings of the scripture.

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Shambhala Publications

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1570624003

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9781570624001

Zen Wisdom

By: Shengyan

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Zen Wisdom

By: Shengyan

Master Sheng-yen combines wisdom gained from years of study and practice with knowledge of the contemporary world to show how Chan and Buddha’s teachings are still relevant today. Beginners, as well as those already on the path, will find clear and useful guidance as the revered teacher answers questions from his students on the simple yet elusive principles of Chan (Zen) practice.

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328

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1556433867

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9781556433863

Orthodox Chinese Buddhism

A Contemporary Chan Master's Answers to Common Questions

By: Chan Master Sheng Yen

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Orthodox Chinese Buddhism

A Contemporary Chan Master's Answers to Common Questions

By: Chan Master Sheng Yen

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.

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North Atlantic Books

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1556436572

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9781556436574

Orthodox Chinese Buddhism

A Contemporary Chan Master's Answers to Common Questions

By: Douglas Gildow

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Orthodox Chinese Buddhism

A Contemporary Chan Master's Answers to Common Questions

By: Douglas Gildow

A translation of Chan Master Sheng Yen's primer on Chan Buddhism, Zhengxin de fojiao, explaining Chan's broader connections to other schools of Buddhism and to Chinese culture as a whole, in a simple question-and-answer format.

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278

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9810976828

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9789810976828

Dharma Drum

The Life and Heart of Chan Pracice

By: Master Sheng-Yen

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Dharma Drum

The Life and Heart of Chan Pracice

By: Master Sheng-Yen

Here is an ideal guide to the practice of Chan Buddhism by a great modern teacher. Part One presents Master Sheng Yen’s lively, anecdotal account of the history and main principles of the Chan tradition, along with his careful instructions for meditation. Part Two consists of 180 of his gemlike aphorisms and sayings that serve as inspirations to spiritual practice. The book will appeal to beginners as well as experienced students.

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Shambhala Publications

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1590303962

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9781590303962

Getting the Buddha Mind

On the Practice of Chan Retreat

By: Shengyan,Sheng-Yen

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Getting the Buddha Mind

On the Practice of Chan Retreat

By: Shengyan,Sheng-Yen

Chan—or in Japanese, Zen—involves studying, practicing, acting, and being, but beyond words and ideas, the true Chan cannot be described, only learned. Under the guidance of authentic teachers like Chan Master Sheng Yen, many students in the West have learned how to follow the path. Collected from a series of talks given during Chan retreats, Getting the Buddha Mind presents the teachings of this esteemed spiritual guide and brings the intimacy of the retreat experience into the reader's living room.

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158

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North Atlantic Books

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1556435266

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9781556435263

Attaining the Way

A Guide to the Practice of Chan Buddhism

By: Chan Master Sheng Yen

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Attaining the Way

A Guide to the Practice of Chan Buddhism

By: Chan Master Sheng Yen

This is an inspiring guide to the practice of Chan (Chinese Zen) in the words of four great masters of that tradition. It includes teachings from contemporary masters Xuyun and Sheng Yen, and from Jiexian and Boshan of the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644). Though the texts were written over a period of hundreds of years, they are all remarkably lucid and are perfect for beginners as well as more advanced practitioners today. All the main points of spiritual practice are covered: philosophical foundations, methods, approaches to problems and obstacles—all aimed at helping the student attain the way to enlightenment.

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Shambhala Publications

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1590303725

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9781590303726

Footprints in the Snow

The Autobiography of a Chinese Buddhist Monk

By: Shengyan,Kenneth Wapner

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Footprints in the Snow

The Autobiography of a Chinese Buddhist Monk

By: Shengyan,Kenneth Wapner

A renowned Buddhist master sets his personal spiritual odyssey against the turbulent twentieth-century history of China, from his early life in the final years of the Republic of China, through the founding of the People's Republic, to the present day.

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210

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Random House LLC

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0385513305

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9780385513302

Illuminating Silence

Insights on the Path of Chinese Zen

By: Shengyan

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Illuminating Silence

Insights on the Path of Chinese Zen

By: Shengyan

With the bulk of the text made up of edited transcripts of the teachings at two major retreats led in Wales in 1989 and 1995 by the then-head of the movement, Master Sheng Yen, this jewel of a book offers a rare glimpse inside both the ancient teachings and the contemporary practice of Chan. Words like 'enlightenment' rarely pass the lips of Master Sheng Yen. Instead, he makes it clear that his retreats are for the development of practice, to realize one is not in control of one's own mind, to discover how to train one's mind in awareness, to calm the mind, and to replace ignorance with insight.

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152528973X

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9781525289736

Extracellular Enzymes in Environments

Responses to Collaborative Remediation of Contaminated Soil and Groundwater

By: Shengyan Pu,Shibin Liu

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Extracellular Enzymes in Environments

Responses to Collaborative Remediation of Contaminated Soil and Groundwater

By: Shengyan Pu,Shibin Liu

Extracellular Enzymes in Environments: Responses to Collaborative Remediation of Contaminated Soil and Groundwater provides an overview of the functions, activities, and analysis methods of enzymes in soil and water environments. In addition, the response of enzymes to environmental changes (e.g., contamination, remediation, climate change, fertilization) is also summarized based on experimental results. Spatial and temporal distribution of enzyme activities is assessed using in-situ zymography. Furthermore, variation of enzyme activities in hotspots (i.e., rhizosphere, detritusphere) and controlling factors are also summarized. - Provides detailed information on the in-situ zymography technique, which can visualize enzyme activities in soil and water environments - Quantifies distribution of enzyme activities in response to nano-metal oxides contamination and use of enzymes to evaluate remediating effect of various carbon-based biomass materials on heavy metal contamination - Covers the responses of enzymes to environmental changes (e.g., contamination, remediation, climate change, and fertilization) are summarized

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497

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Elsevier

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0443217734

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9780443217739

Essentials of Chinese Materia Medica and Medical Formulas

New Century Traditional Chinese Medicine

By: Shengyan Xi,Yuewen Gong

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Essentials of Chinese Materia Medica and Medical Formulas

New Century Traditional Chinese Medicine

By: Shengyan Xi,Yuewen Gong

Essentials of Chinese Materia Medica and Medical Formulas: New Century Traditional Chinese Medicine presents specific knowledge about the source, medicinal nature, action and application of more than 800 commonly-used Chinese materia medica, as well as the efficacy and application of more than 740 kinds of commonly-used Chinese medical formulas. Notably, all of the content is presented in table form, making the information easier to access, understand and apply. Each primary herbal medicine is introduced with color pictures, and each primary formula is presented with efficacy analysis pictures. The book provides readers with essential information on Chinese materia medica and formulas and how to use them accurately, including the most common Chinese materia medica used in clinics and in commonly used clinical formulas. This is an essential reference for traditional medical professionals and those interested in traditional Chinese medicine, including advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students. - Includes over 800 Chinese materia medica and 740 medical formulas with their essential information - Combines 514 color pictures of medicine material crude slices and 255 formulary efficacy analysis pictures - Organized with concise forms, facilitating understanding and memorization

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Academic Press

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0128127236

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9780128127230

The Sword of Wisdom

Commentaries on the Song of Enlightenment

By: Shengyan

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The Sword of Wisdom

Commentaries on the Song of Enlightenment

By: Shengyan

The Sword of Wisdom is a penetrating commentary on the Song of Enlightenment, a famous Chan text that speaks of proper methods and attitudes for practice. In this book, compiled from a series of lectures delivered during intensive meditation retreats, Master Sheng-yen gives valuable advice and guidance to those who are practicing Chan meditation. His lucid words offer fresh insight into a timeless philosophy that will be beneficial and inspiring to anyone who is interested in Buddhism.

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1556434286

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Book's by Shengyan

Complete Enlightenment

Complete Enlightenment

Zen Wisdom

Zen Wisdom

Orthodox Chinese Buddhism

Orthodox Chinese Buddhism

Orthodox Chinese Buddhism

Orthodox Chinese Buddhism

Dharma Drum

Dharma Drum

Getting the Buddha Mind

Getting the Buddha Mind

Attaining the Way

Attaining the Way

Footprints in the Snow

Footprints in the Snow

Illuminating Silence

Illuminating Silence

Extracellular Enzymes in Environments

Extracellular Enzymes in Environments

Essentials of Chinese Materia Medica and Medical Formulas

Essentials of Chinese Materia Medica and Medical Formulas

The Sword of Wisdom

The Sword of Wisdom

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