Discovering the True Self: Kodo Sawaki's Art of Zen Meditation by Kodo Sawaki (E

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These profound Zen Buddhism teachings explained in ordinary language from one of the most respected Zen masters of the 20th century are "an essential resource for those interested in Zen meditation" (Publishers Weekly)."You can't see your true Self. But you can become it. Becoming your true Self is zazen."Having come of age as an orphan in the slums of Tsu City, Japan, Kodo Sawaki had to fight his way to adulthood, and became one of the most respected Zen masters of the 20th century. He had a great understanding of Dogen Zenji's teaching and he knew how to express Dogen's philosophy in clear, easily-understood language. Sawaki's primary mission was to bring all people to an awareness of the Self, which he believed came through Zen meditation.His humor and straightforward talk garnered Sawaki followers from all walks of life. Though he remained poor by choice, he was rich in spirit. Two of his students who became known in America as well as in Japan were Kosho Uchiyama, abbot of Antaiji Temple and author of Opening The Hand of Thought, and Gudo Nishijima, Zen teacher and translator of Dogen's Shobogenzo.A student of Kosho Uchiyama, Arthur Braverman has compiled an anthology of Sawaki's writings and a garland of sayings gathered from throughout his lifetime. One of a few collections of Sawaki's teachings published in English, his life and work bracket the most intriguing and influential period of modern Zen practice in Japan and America.

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Kodo Sawaki 1880-1965 was one of the most influential Soto Zen teachers of the 20th century. He was born in Tsu City, Japan.ARTHUR BRAVERMAN grew up in New York City and became interested in Zen Buddhism in his early twenties. After serving two years in the US Peace Corps in Nigeria, he went to Japan to practice meditation. There he met Kosho Uchiyama and decided to practice at Antaiji in Kyoto while studying the writing of Dogen Zenji. He has been studying Classical Japanese and practicing meditation ever since.

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"The life and writings of Kodo Sawaki receive a thorough introduction and translation from scholar Braverman in this collection . . . Braverman's sharp, modern translations make Sawaki's wisdom largely accessible for the first time to English–language readers. This is an essential resource for those interested in Zen meditation."—Publishers Weekly"A fascinating portrait of an unforgettable Zen master. From unpromising beginnings in Japan's lower depths, Sawaki rose to become among the best loved and respected Soto Zen teachers of modern times. Engrossing and illuminating . . . Sawaki's unmistakable and authentic voice can be savored in this fine translation, which will offer many Westerners their first glimpse of this compelling Zen personality."—Peter Haskel, author of Bankei Zen"This book is a treasure. . . . Arthur Braverman deserves tremendous praise for making it available to us. I will read it again and again."—Brad Warner, author of Hardcore ZenPraise for Arthur Braverman"A lovely book and all credit to the author for writing it."—Diana St Ruth, author of Experience Beyond Thinking: A Practical Guide to Buddhist Meditation"A beautiful book about a beautiful subject, the life and music of the Grass Flute Master, Sodo Yokoyama. Like Braverman's other books, this one is bound to be a Zen classic for its sensitive exploration of the interior life of an inscrutable subject."—Richard Collins, author of No Fear Zen"I applaud Braverman's efforts to bring the Masters to life in the Western heart."—NAPRA Review"How wonderful! Not only the words of Zen Master Bassui, but also his marrow. Wherever you go in this precious book you will find your life."—Joan Halifax Roshi, Head Teacher, Upaya Zen Center"Bassui's standard of enlightenment is awe inspiring! For over 30 years of our own practice Bassui's talks have inspired us. No matter how often we read him, his teaching is always fresh and alive. No matter how far into the bottomless well of wisdom we go, Bassui is there coaxing us deeper."—Zen teachers Chozen and Hogen Bays, co–abbots of Great Vow Zen Monastery"Step in anywhere and you sink deeper and deeper through the rich mud. Thank you, Arthur Braverman, for introducing us so graciously."—Robert Aitken

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Publicity Plans:National media outreach to newspapers, literary publications, zen/religious websites, and Zen/religious/mindfulness publications (Spirituality, Sojourners, The Sun, Lion's Roar, TLS, etc)Booking interviews on podcasts/radio shows that focus on spirituality (On Being, Here Be Monsters, Optimal Living Daily, The Greater Good Podcast, The One You Feed, Tara Brach, etc.)Op-eds on how practicing zen can lead to greater self-awareness to publications such as WSJ, NYT, Mother Jones, Harpers, Brain Pickings, and moreTargeted outreach to CA media (LARB, LA Times, Ojai Valley News, Ojai Hub, etc)Profile of Braverman for publication such as Tricycle, Budda Dharma, The Sun, etc.Marketing:DRC on NetGalley and EdelweissBookseller outreachGoodreads giveaways of finished copiesNewsletter marketingAcademic outreachOutreach to Zen centers

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"The life and writings of Kodo Sawaki receive a thorough introduction and translation from scholar Braverman in this collection . . . Braverman's sharp, modern translations make Sawaki's wisdom largely accessible for the first time to English-language readers. This is an essential resource for those interested in Zen meditation." -- Publishers Weekly "A fascinating portrait of an unforgettable Zen master. From unpromising beginnings in Japan's lower depths, Sawaki rose to become among the best loved and respected Soto Zen teachers of modern times. Engrossing and illuminating . . . Sawaki's unmistakable and authentic voice can be savored in this fine translation, which will offer many Westerners their first glimpse of this compelling Zen personality." --Peter Haskel, author of Bankei Zen "This book is a treasure. . . . Arthur Braverman deserves tremendous praise for making it available to us. I will read it again and again." --Brad Warner, author of Hardcore Zen Praise for Arthur Braverman "A lovely book and all credit to the author for writing it." --Diana St Ruth, author of Experience Beyond Thinking: A Practical Guide to Buddhist Meditation "A beautiful book about a beautiful subject, the life and music of the Grass Flute Master, Sodo Yokoyama. Like Braverman's other books, this one is bound to be a Zen classic for its sensitive exploration of the interior life of an inscrutable subject." --Richard Collins, author of No Fear Zen "I applaud Braverman's efforts to bring the Masters to life in the Western heart." -- NAPRA Review "How wonderful! Not only the words of Zen Master Bassui, but also his marrow. Wherever you go in this precious book you will find your life." --Joan Halifax Roshi, Head Teacher, Upaya Zen Center "Bassui's standard of enlightenment is awe inspiring! For over 30 years of our own practice Bassui's talks have inspired us. No matter how often we read him, his teaching is always fresh and alive. No matter how far into the bottomless well of wisdom we go, Bassui is there coaxing us deeper." --Zen teachers Chozen and Hogen Bays, co-abbots of Great Vow Zen Monastery "Step in anywhere and you sink deeper and deeper through the rich mud. Thank you, Arthur Braverman, for introducing us so graciously." --Robert Aitken

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Only the second collection of Sawaki's teachings published in English Translated, Edited, and with an Introduction by Arthur Braverman Both a biography of one of the most influential Zen masters of the 20th century and a history of Zen Buddhism in Japan from the 1880s through the 1960s Divided into three sections--"The Life", "The Teachings", and "Reflections"-- Discovering the True Self follows Kodo Sawaki through his remarkable life, detailing his flight from an poor and abusive home in Ishinden in the 1880s as a child through to his death as a respected Zen teacher in 1965 Presented alongside Braverman's Narratives of Sawaki's life are translated excerpts of Sawaki's teachings, transcribed interviews with Sawaki, and instructive quotes from Sawaki Functions as a biography as well as an anthology of Sawaki's teachings--this is a wonderfully bright and accessible work of Zen scholarship Braverman is a genuine expert with decades of experience writing, translating, and collecting Zen teachings and histories Joan Halifax Roshi wrote of Braverman's 1989 biography of Zen Master Bassui: "How wonderful! Not only the words of Zen Master Bassui, but also his marrow." The same is true with this latest celebration of Kodo Sawaki--not just his words, but also his marrow. Acquired by Counterpoint founding editor, Jack Shoemaker Black and white images throughout Author lives in Ojai, California

Details ISBN164009377X Short Title Discovering the True Self Pages 272 Language English Year 2020 ISBN-10 164009377X ISBN-13 9781640093775 Format Paperback Subtitle Kodo Sawaki's Art of Zen Meditation Author Arther Braverman Publisher Counterpoint Imprint Counterpoint Place of Publication Berkeley Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2020-10-20 NZ Release Date 2020-10-20 US Release Date 2020-10-20 Publication Date 2020-10-20 UK Release Date 2020-10-20 Illustrator Gladys Jose Birth 1927 Affiliation Clark University Position journalist Qualifications J.D. DEWEY 294.33927092 Audience General We've got this

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