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“This is the clearest and most precise exposition of Buddhism I have ever read. If you’re looking for enlightenment rather than just scholarly knowledge, you’d better read this.”—Robert M. Pirsig, author of Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance

This is a book about awareness. It’s about being “awake” and in touch with what is going on here and now. Practical and down-to-earth, it deals exclusively with the present, not with speculation, theory, or belief in some far off time and place. The teachings of the Buddha are plain and straightforward, and because they remain focused on the moment, they are just as relevant now as they have ever been. Buddhism Plain and Simple: The Practice of Being Aware, Right Now, Every Day is the book for anyone wanting to discover, or rediscover, the essence of Buddhism.

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You might want to digest this book slowly, a few pages at a time. Although Zen teacher Steve Hagen has a knack for putting the philosophy of Buddhism in a "plain and simple" package, it may take a while to sink in. There is so much there. Seeing reality, realizing the wisdom of the self, breaking free of dualistic thinking--this is pretty heady stuff. Thankfully, Hagen passes it along in the form of examples from life, psychological tidbits, and stories from Buddhist teachers past and present. And when it clicks in, it can be life-transforming. Hagen explains this shift in outlook and how the fundamental way we look at the world affects everything we do. As an outline, Hagen follows the basic teachings of the Buddha, and we see that, rather than dogmatic truths, they are reminders for us as we reconsider the life we have taken for granted for so long. As it turns out, Buddhism is life, plain and simple. --Brian Bruya

About the Author

Steve Hagen is a Buddhist teacher and a Zen priest. The author of Buddhism Plain and Simple as well as other publications, he studied with Zen Master Dainin Katagiri for more than a decade. He teaches at Dharma Field Meditation and Learning Center in Minneapolis, where he makes his home.

Paperback: 159 pages
Publisher: Broadway Books; Reprint edition (December 29, 1998)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0767903323
ISBN-13: 978-0767903325
Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 0.5 x 8 inches
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Average Customer Review: 426 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #52,779 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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I wish I had read this book first!

December 6, 2016

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This is the 5th or 6th Book on Buddhism. This is my current favorite. What I liked is that it appears to be limited to what the Buddha's concepts were, where others summarize a particular flavor of Buddhism (e.g. Tibetan) that has evolved over the last 2,500 years. Steve Hagen's Part One and Part Two are clear, easy to read and pretty easy to understand and remember to the point that you can utilize it in your own life. Part Three feels like the editors said it wasn't big enough and he tacked on another few chapters.

Is is plain, but it is NOT simplistic. As Goldilocks might say it was "just right" for newcomer to Buddhism the philosophy. I don't know how good it is to understand Buddhism the "religion."

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Leonid

A concise introduction to the teachings of Buddha

December 27, 2017

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This book has nothing to do with the cultural and religious aspects of Buddhism; it describes the core teachings. Which I like.

It answered a question that I had for a long time: how can a buddhist survive in the real world, without conceptualizing, making judgments and having desires - all things that he is supposed to be free of? Well, as it turns out, being “free” does not mean not having thoughts and desires. Being “free” is recognizing them for what they are - being aware of them - and not being controlled by them.

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A gem - a timeless masterpiece

February 9, 2013

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(Revised 02Jan2014 to remove the one con since fixed in the latest printing.) I bought this book as part of a personal research project. I'm studying the Toyota Production System (TPS) - a series of counterintuitive manufacturing techniques - and knew little, if anything, about Buddhism. Apparently, Buddhism is a belief system (like vegetarianism) and it isn't really a religion. If it helps the uninitiated digest my point, you could be Catholic Buddhism Vegetarian. These belief systems can harmoniously coexist with one another.

I came to this topic and book, totally by chance, and I have been richly rewarded beyond any hope or dream I could have ever had imagined. Below I offer some pro and con points - some may not apply to those seeking wisdom from a different direction than which I arrived, but hope you can at least appreciate some of the other points.

Pro:
+ Plain and simple as promised. Author did not try to run on and on, nor dress up concepts
+ Part of simplicity is brevity. This book is relatively short and points are made and then the author moves on
+ Clearly states what Buddhism is... and is not - good contrast made!
+ Book was not dull. It was smooth and lively, moving well
+ Startling number of items that could be credited with core TPS concepts such as go and see at the actual place, reduce duhkha "out of kilter" (variation that induces stress/suferring), be awake/see what is really going on right now
+ Behaviors of letting people figure things out for themselves, including the journey metaphor, I believe are also clear parallels to TPS and how it is passed to others and even improved

Con:
- The most recent printing eliminated my complaint on the book binding.

Bottom line: Highly recommended as one of the best books I've ever read, and certainly the most applicable and useful to everybody. No matter your station in life, age, or direction, you should get a copy of this book. Coming back to my research, this book is a must have for the aspiring TPS sensei (teacher). A hidden gem. Since my initial review, I bought a second copy and gave it to a friend.

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Donald O

A Useful Guide

October 22, 2017

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I have long been fascinated and curious about Buddhist philosophy and tenets- but as the author points out, usually found myself lost, confused and discouraged soon after starting to read books and articles on the subject.
The title pulled me in right away, and in the main I feel the book was successful in bringing the core of the message to me in way that was generally jargon-free and logical.
There were still some points that were difficult to comprehend, but I don't think it's the author's 'fault'. The nature of the message for me was to accept what I could see and what I could directly experience- and therefore when I tried to 'analyze' or 'conceptualize' buddhist 'thought' I found myself a bit lost, as before.
That was the greatest lesson learned from this book and for me thoroughly worthwhile.

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Eve Lyon

Explains Buddhism; explains life

January 8, 2018

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This was the fourth "beginner's" book on the topic and the first that provided a clear explanation of the eight steps. The concepts about dukkha, impermanence, and selflessness are messages I need to embrace. This is a classic. I have given away numerous copies of the book.

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Robert Patterson

Read this book more than once. Great intro to Buddhism.

May 18, 2017

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This book is to be read more than once. It touches on the very essence of what Buddhism is all about on an introductory level. Do not read this book believing you will "get it" the first go round. Read it, study it. Just do not read it with great expectations of becoming an all-knowing Buddhist monk. I found this book very informative and insightful. It has greatly sparked my interest in continuing my study of the Buddhist traditions and the study of the Dharma.

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Jacob Henderson

... butter it actually breaks down the eightfold path into nice and understandable sections all the while still reaching a ...

April 19, 2017

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This book should be every aspiring buddhists bread and butter it actually breaks down the eightfold path into nice and understandable sections all the while still reaching a depth of working knowledge about each part

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