Being Upright
Zen Meditation and the Bodhisattva Precepts
$48.52
- Paperback
256 pages
- Release Date
15 December 2016
Summary
Being Upright takes us beyond the conventional interpretation of ethical precepts to the ultimate meaning that informs them. Reb Anderson first introduces us to the fundamental ideas of Zen Buddhist practice. Who was Shakyamuni Buddha and what was his central teaching? What does it mean to be a bodhisattva and take the bodhisattva vow? Why should we confess and acknowledge our ancient twisted karma? What is the significance of taking refuge in Buddha, dharma, and sangha? The author explores t…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781930485013 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1930485018 |
| Author: | Reb Anderson |
| Publisher: | Shambhala Publications Inc |
| Imprint: | Rodmell Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 256 |
| Release Date: | 15 December 2016 |
| Weight: | 397g |
| Dimensions: | 229mm x 152mm x 17mm |
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“Being Upright is a much-needed book that provides a solid basis for upright practice. Its very language is upright.” - David Steindl-Rast, O.S.B.
About The Author
Reb Anderson
Reb Anderson moved to San Francisco from Minnesota, in 1967, to study Zen Buddhism with Shunryu Suzuki Roshi, who ordained him as a priest in 1970. Since then, Reb has continued to study at San Francisco Zen Center, which includes Beginner’s Mind Temple at The City Center (San Francisco), Green Dragon Temple at Green Gulch Farm (near Muir Beach, California), and Zen Mind Temple (Carmel Valley, California). Reb served as abbot from 1986 to 1995 and is now a senior dharma teacher.
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