Emptiness Dancing (Paperback)

~ (Author) "The aim of my teaching is enlightenment-awakening from the dream state of separateness to the reality of the One..." (more)
Key Phrases: Fire of Truth, Kwong Roshi, Promised Land

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"Many seekers are finding resonance in the infinite possibilities and ordinary simplicity that Adyashanti expresses." -- SHIFT: At the Frontiers of Consiousness, Sept-Nov 2006

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In recent years, the bold new teacher known as Adyashanti has dared hundreds of students across North America to ask, ?What is ultimately behind this set of eyes?? For it is in the process of this inquiry that we let go of who we think we are, and begin to understand what we are. With Emptiness Dancing, readers will explore these subtle differences, and many other human perceptions?and misconceptions?that we live by, including: ? Openness: Discover the freedom available when you cultivate an open heart and an open mind, and lose your self-image to total presence. ? Love: Enjoy the peace from being the essence of love at every moment, with everyone and everything you experience. ? Ego: Unmask the ?fall guy of spirituality? for what it is, and release yourself from the fruitless pursuit of?and running away from?something that doesn?t really exist. ?The funny thing about enlightenment, or awakening, is that we miss it even though it's not hidden, ? Adya teaches. ?It is hard to find because it is right here.? Destined to become a spiritual classic, Emptiness Dancing brings readers Adyashanti's quintessential teachings in a mind-to-mind transmission from this gifted teacher.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 195 pages
• Publisher: Sounds True, Incorporated; 2nd edition (May 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1591794595
• ISBN-13: 978-1591794592
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #15,570 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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68 of 70 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best so far, August 13, 2005

By	John (Illinois) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Emptiness Dancing (Paperback)

I've been involved with some form of Buddhism for about 15 years. For most of that time I have considered myself to be a committed student of mindfulness practice in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hahn. I've read many, many books on spirtual practice and in particular on Buddhism, but I have never come across anything quite like this book. Adyashanti's words speak to me at a level which I have not otherwise experienced. For me his teachings are pure and direct - like you might hear about in stories about Zen masters of the past. Interestingly, I don't associate his teachings with any religion or spiritual tradition (nor does he), since they speak about Truth/Reality that exists independent of conceptual frameworks (i.e. a particular belief system). This is the most important book I have ever read. Strong words I know. For me it's true. But I also recognize that the value of the book's contents are a function of my personal experiences and where I am. So I also recognize not everyone may value it as much as me. Nonetheless, I highly recommend it as a source of deep and honest spiritual guidance.

96 of 106 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow, October 21, 2004

By	D. Trainor-mccubbin (Toronto, Canada) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Emptiness Dancing (Paperback)

Though I buy a lot of books through Amazon and have never entered a review before, just feel like I have to post one this time. Best dharma book I've ever read--and I've read dozens. I heard of the author because I saw an article in a magazine that inspired me, then ordered his books. If you're really serious about waking up, no matter what, I highly recommend this book.

31 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Insightful, potent and substantial !, August 13, 2006

By	Rui Ren - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is the first review I ever write on Amazon. So you know I don't write reviews for leasure.

I can't regard this book highly enough. Just about every sentence radiates insight, apparently from someone who has done it. The language is most unassuming and the man himself has hardly any persona. Adyashanti really massages deep into ties and knots on the journey of spiritual quest. And he talks very openly about issues and traps after one has had a glimpse of the truth, about living the truth, etc. An area not many other teachers have talked in great length.

The interview at the end of the book tells briefly the story of his journey and gives a rather graphic description to what happened the morning when he had his final awakening. If you have wondered what happened to the Buddha under the bhuddi tree, you can read Adya's story.