Chan Heart, Chan Mind

“An enjoyable, essentially rewarding and engaging read.”– “Spirituality Today”“Brief, lyrical, and intimate, [with] elegant calligraphy by the author. Guojun explores themes such as breathing, forgiveness, repentance, and self-compassion, windows through which readers can invite these teachings into their own lives.”– “Lion’s Roar”“Especially strong is [Guojun’s] wise advice on repentance, forgiveness, and self-compassion…Guojun’s simple, sometimes lovely writing, vivid detail, and understanding of the Chan path give this short book a gentle spirit.”– “Publishers Weekly”

Master Guojun was born in Singapore in 1974 and ordained as a monk under Ven. Songnian of Mahabodhi Temple, Singapore. He is one of the youngest Dharma heirs of the renowned Chan master Sheng Yen. He has practiced meditation intensively since 1997. He has studied Tibetan Buddhism and Theravada Buddhism, as well as various aspects of the Mahayana tradition. Master Guojun is also a spiritual and guiding teacher of Chan Community Canada and Dharmajala Indonesia. He was the abbot of Dharma Drum Retreat Center in Pine Bush, New York, from 2005 to 2008. He is the author of Essential Chan Buddhism, which has been published in several languages. He is currently the abbot of Mahabodhi Temple in Singapore.