'Zen Buddhism' (selected writings of Zen Buddhism) by D.T. Suzuki

An audio book from the content of the largest figure in history to play a part in opening the West to Buddhism. The eminent Zen author, D.T. Suzuki gives his readers the very heart of Zen teaching, which was edited by William Barrett. Zen Buddhism includes a basic historical background as well as a thorough overview of the techniques for Zen practice. Concepts and terminology such as satori and koans, as well as the various elements of this philosophy are all given clear explanations. But while Suzuki takes nothing for granted in the reader's understanding of the fundamentals, he does not give a merely rudimentary overview. Each of the essays go far beyond other sources for their penetrating insights and timeless wisdom.
What is most important about D.T. Suzuki's work and what comes across so powerfully in these selections is his unparalleled ability to communicate the experiential aspect of Zen. The intensity here with which Zen philosophy comes to life is without parallel in the canon of Buddhist literature. Suzuki stands apart from all teachers before or since because of his exceptional ability to eloquently capture in words the seemingly inexpressible essence of Zen. (Produced/Read by Vincent Bagnall. (224 minutes)
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[@arlieferguson3990]

Barrett’s Introduction ends at 4:04.

[@vincentbagnall]

Thank you.

[@Denis92923]

Thank you

[@mikeg3477]

Very well read. Thanks for taking the time to produce these.

[@mountainair]

I picked up this book for $1 at a bookstore sale about 10 years ago. It was the first of 100 or so books I've read on Buddhism and meditation since. This particular book was a bit too academic for my taste, but still a pleasure to read and certainly piqued my curiosity about what insights can be gleaned from a dedicated meditation practice.

[@TheBytao7mao]

Thank you for this ! I wish you to continue your work for more books of zen.

[@robertgregory5485]

listened to sleep..for good dreams..4/8/24

[@mariapapadopoulou7368]

Τhank you!

[@erawanpencil]

Thank you for reading this work, especially with your captivating narration style. I first read this more than twenty years ago and have never been so confident that this was the closest humanity has ever gotten to truth.

[@vincentbagnall]

Thank you. I'm happy you enjoyed it. VB

[@shook9935]

Thank you from the heart for sharing this beautiful amazing work , I am not sure who is reading the book , but it is you, wow 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@vincentbagnall]

Thank you for listening and writing. VB

[@donsemi6946]

Thanks so much. Grateful for your effort. It is a service to others

[@vincentbagnall]

Thank you

[@prithivichuhan]

Wow.. I have this book..how amazing.

[@vincentbagnall]

It is an amazing book. Thank you for writing. VB

[@arturasstatkus8613]

Thank You,For nice reading.

[@vincentbagnall]

Thank you for listening.

[@VenusLover17]

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[@SnakeAndTurtleQigong]

🙏

[@Revel136]

❤

[@based_prophet]

Yes

[@vincentbagnall]

Hope you enjoyed..VB

[@TheBirdLovingMan]

Quote by Ryokan... Why do you so earnestly seek
the truth in distant places?
Look for delusion and truth in the
bottom of your own heart...

[@MV-gt1qu]

When i come and im hit with the ads, I know whats what.

[@StephenCrowley-dx1ej]

You got to pay up bro get UA-cam premium😊

[@Goldlion973]

My guy starts by talking about the stubbornness of the west when it comes to the worlds wisdom... then continues to insist on using Kongfuzi's westernised name 😅😅😅

[@pedrorodrigues7454]

Música ❤❤❤i❤❤l❤❤❤❤❤❤u😮😮u

[@howardleekilby7390]

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I visited D.T. Suzuki’s grave in Kita-Kamakura in September 1992. A Buddhist Nun gave me a container of water. She led me to his grave and motioned for me to pour the water on the stone.
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A long way from home
the sound of cicadas
from where comes the tears?

[@charlescheechien8529]

When one has acknowledged that talking Zen by a Westerner is superficial, one ought not to even have started at all. This effort is as good as getting a fish to walk.

[@barton5434]

Better for people to see a failed walking fish than not to know what a fish is in the first place

[@vincentbagnall]

It is quite a journey to understand it. Seems to require levels and gradual immersion from different perspectives within Zen.

[@vincentbagnall]

I have often wondered if patience and Zen awareness coukd be quite similar but constancy might be better as a kind of dedication to what you love....so that understanding can have a chance.

[@nadadenadax4903]

When one acknowledged that thinking in East and West is binary, one might sustain from judging westerners or easterners or judging at all.

[@Erebus.666.]

East or West? Maybe you just haven't gone round far enough.

[@schiacciatrollo]

it is awful how judgemental you are .. please, read only

[@BabbaYagga]

BORING

[@xs10z]

Yes, dear, it is. Why don't you go grab a juice box and go play with your Pokemon cards and let the grown ups talk.

[@user-hy9nh4yk3p]

Stillness - is an acquired skill - maybe that is the deeper you're here?
Here are experts in the field -maybe for you ?
Started with this fine stuff - at 11 yrs. Now - 42 yrs later - still moving within consciousness - within.
Meditation - the one constant experience - of me life. Worthy activity.
Try its - sublime secrets.
Fare thee well - on life's journey.

[@Brody.Haberichter]

🙏

[@vincentbagnall]

Thank you