No Water No Moon: Talks on Zen Stories [Paperback]

Osho (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1994

In this volume, the author brings readers a fresh understanding of Zen and the nature of true enlightenment. Through these Zen teaching stories, he explores the essence of Zen in al its beauty and mystery. Woven throughout are Zen shocks, Zen knocks and great laughter, which can shake readers from the sameness of everyday life into an awareness of the essence of existence and their true selves. Osho (1931-1990) is a contemporary mystic whose life and teachings have influenced millions of people of all ages, and from all walks of life. He has been described by the Sunday Times in London as one of the "1000 Makers of the 20th century"" and by Sunday Mid-Day (India) a one of the ten people - along with Gandhi, Nehru and Buddha - who have changed the destiny of India. He is also known for his revolutionary contribution to the science of inner transformation, with an approach to mediation that acknowledges the accelerated pace of contemporary life. His unique "Active Meditations" are designed to first release the accumulated stresses of body and mind, so that it is easier to experience the thought-free and relaxed state of meditation.

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About the Author

Osho (1931-1990) is a contemporary mystic whose life and teachings have influenced millions of people of all ages, and from all walks of life. He has been described by the Sunday Times in London as one of the "1000 Makers of the 20th Century" and by Sunday Mid-Day (India) as one of the ten people--along with Gandhi, Nehru and Buddha--who have changed the destiny of India.

He is also known for his revolutionary contribution to the science of inner transformation, with an approach to meditation that acknowledges the accelerated pace of contemporary life. His unique "Active Meditations" are designed to first release the accumulated stresses of body and mind, so that it is easier to experience the thought-free and relaxed state of meditation

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Element Books Ltd; 6th edition (April 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1852304901
• ISBN-13: 978-1852304904
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,344,118 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Osho, known for his revolutionary contribution to the science of inner transformation, continues to inspire millions of people worldwide in their search to define a new approach to individual spirituality that is self-directed and responsive to the everyday challenges of contemporary life. The Sunday Times of London named him one of the '1,000 Makers of the Twentieth Century,' and novelist Tom Robbins called him 'the most dangerous man since Jesus Christ.' For more information about Osho and his work, please visit osho.com.


Osho's teachings defy categorization, covering everything from the individual quest for meaning to the most urgent social and political issues facing individuals and society today.

His unique "Osho Active Meditations" are designed to first release the accumulated stresses of body and mind, so that it is easier to experience the thought-free and relaxed state of meditation. (Meditation -The First and Last Freedom, by Osho)

About his own work Osho has said that he is helping to create the conditions for the birth of a new kind of human being. He has often characterized this new human being as "Zorba the Buddha" -- capable both of enjoying the earthy pleasures of a Zorba the Greek and the silent serenity of a Gautam Buddha.

Running like a thread through all aspects of Osho's work is a vision that encompasses both the timeless wisdom of the East and the highest potential of Western science and technology.

Osho has been described by the Sunday Times in London as one of the "1000 Makers of the 20th Century" and by American author Tom Robbins as "the most dangerous man since Jesus Christ."

Biographical:
Autobiography of a Spiritually Incorrect Mystic, ST. MARTIN'S Press, New York, available in multiple languages.


Websites for more information:
http://www.OSHO.com
http://OSHO.com/resort
http://OSHO.com/magazine
http://OSHO.com/shop
http://www.youtube.com/OSHO
http://www.oshobytes.blogspot.com
http://www.Twitter.com/OSHOtimes
http://www.facebook.com/pages/OSHO.International

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Osho provides a master's depth of view to the meaning behind, September 30, 1998

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This review is from: No Water No Moon: Talks on Zen Stories (Paperback)

Osho really digs into these stories to show their hidden meanings and how they were used by the masters to bring enlightenment to their disciples. His use of everyday terminology makes this book very easy to follow and carries some very valuable lessons for the heart that is willing to hear them.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the nicest books on Zen explained in simple terms, November 29, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: No Water No Moon: Talks on Zen Stories (Paperback)

An insight into the world of Zen explaind to the level of an amateur. There are many beautiful stories highlighting important points in the most absorbing manner, which any other author would have found very difficult to explain.

I think everybody should read this book irrespective of their religion.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pure Osho, June 27, 2006

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johnnyqb (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: No Water No Moon: Talks on Zen Stories (Paperback)

No Water No Moon is, to me, one of the most cogent and hard-hitting of the Osho books. The 10 Zen stories that form the basis of his talks are all like goldmines of wisdom, and Osho digs down to the richest layers to reveal everything. He comes across here at his best; he really respects these stories, and seems even more inspired than usual to impart his wisdom and improve his listeners. Osho's books of general lectures (e.g. the whole Insight for Living series) are all great, but I think he is at his best when commentating on scriptures and stories. "The Buddha Said", "The Mustard Seed" and this book are my favorites in this regard. He never strays from the point, and really works up to the story so that he illuminates it with an enlightening clarity. The stories themselves are just treasures on their own, and his comments double the value. This is one that you should buy while there are still copies available. The Element softcovers are beautifully produced.