Invoking Reality Moral and Ethical Teachings of Zen

Name: Invoking Reality Moral and Ethical Teachings of Zen
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ISBN: 9781590304594

ISBN-10: 1590304594

ISBN-13: 9781590304594

Edition: 2007

Authors: John Daido Loori

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There is a common misconception that to practice Zen is to practice meditation and nothing else. In truth, traditionally, the practice of meditation goes hand-in-hand with moral conduct. In Invoking Reality, John Daido Loori, one of the leading Zen teachers in America today, presents and explains the ethical precepts of Zen as essential aspects of Zen training and development. The Buddhist teachings on morality--the precepts--predate Zen, going all the way back to the Buddha himself. They describe, in essence, how a buddha, or awakened person, lives his or her life in the world. Loori provides a modern interpretation of the precepts and discusses the ethical significance of these vows as…

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List price: $14.95
Copyright year: 2007
Publisher: Shambhala Publications, Incorporated
Publication date: 6/19/2007
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 112
Size: 5.04" wide x 7.76" long x 0.39" tall
Weight: 0.308
Language: English



The Moral and Ethical Teachings of Zen


Atonement: Realizing Responsibility


Taking Refuge in the Three Treasures


The First Pure Precept: Not Creating Evil


The Second Pure Precept: Practicing Good


The Third Pure Precept: Actualizing Good for Others


The Ten Grave Precepts: Wisdom Mind