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No-Nonsense Zen for Beginners: Clear Answers to Burning Questions About Core Zen Teachings Paperback – August 31, 2021

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Live mindfully through Zen Buddhism

What is Zen? Are there different types? How can you make it part of everyday life? No-Nonsense Zen for Beginners offers an easy starting point to living more intentionally through Zen. Starting with the basics―like what Zen is and how it spread across the globe―experienced Zen instructor Jason Quinn teaches and explores how anyone can use it to live a life filled with more clarity, love, and compassion.

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A four-part approach―Take things one step at a time as you learn about the history of Zen, important concepts, core teachings, and essential practices.
Straightforward Q&A―Understand the basics of Zen with a simple format that breaks information down into easy, digestible questions and answers.
Everyday Zen―Find stories and guidance that show how the principles of Zen can help bring peace in day-to-day life.

Learn to live more intentionally through Zen thanks to this no-nonsense guide.

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August 31, 2021
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Four-part exploration Explore the history of Zen, as well as its important concepts, core teachings, and essential practices.	A simple approach Each section is broken out into a simple Q&A that addresses the biggest and most common questions about Zen.	Practical Zen Discover a variety of stories that demonstrate how the principles of Zen can be used in your day-to-day life.

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“No-Nonsense Zen for Beginners is useful for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. Jason Quinn breathes new life into ancient Buddhist teachings with relatable stories of how this timeless wisdom may apply to our everyday lives. Refreshing and down-to-earth, this book is the perfect place to start for anyone interested in an overview of practicing Zen.” —Jane Dobisz, author of One Hundred Days of Solitude

“Definitely the most accessible primer on the practicalities and basics of Zen I've ever read. Great for a beginner sticking their toe in; just as great for the seasoned practitioner who wants a wonderful review.” —Colin Beavan, senior dharma teacher and author of How To Be Alive: A Guide To The Kind of Happiness That Helps The World

“Every generation needs a few good basic introductions to the Zen way. No-Nonsense Zen for Beginners is a clear, inviting, introduction to Zen perfect for this moment. It really is no-nonsense. It hits the basics in a very straightforward and clear way. At the same time, it invites us into the mysterious and wonderful. Jason Quinn is a perfect person to write this book—a Zen teacher standing in Zen’s ancient lineages, he has deep experience both as a monastic and a householder practitioner. I recommend this book.” —James Ishmael Ford, author of Introduction to Zen Koans: Learning the Language of Dragons

About the Author

Jason Quinn, JDPSN, lived at the Providence Zen Center for 10 years, where he held various staff positions, including abbot. He is now a teacher and vice abbot at the Empty Gate Zen Center in Berkeley, California, and leads a sitting group in Santa Clara. Learn more at JasonQuinnZen.com.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Rockridge Press (August 31, 2021)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 150 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1648765424
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1648765421
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.75 x 0.55 x 8.19 inches

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Jason Quinn JDPSN grew up in California and began practicing in 1997 with the Kwan Um School of Zen in Seattle. He lived at the Providence Zen Center for ten years, where he held various staff positions, including Abbot. He trained as a monk for nine years, during which he sat many long summer and winter Kyol Che retreats, and took part in retreats around the world. He now lives in Santa Clara, CA with his wife, son, and daughter. Jason received inka (permission to lead retreats and give koan interviews) in 2015. He is a teacher and Vice Abbot at the Empty Gate Zen Center in Berkeley, CA and leads a sitting group in Santa Clara. He is also a teacher for Kwan Um School of Zen Online Sangha and leads retreats throughout the US. Visit his teaching blog at jasonquinnzen.com.

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Lance Peterson

Wonderful read

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 4, 2022

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Jason Quinn's book is an excellent resource that answers many questions about Zen practice. I found the book to be straight forward and also a quite enjoyable read. The chapters are crisp, clear and short. Not only is it a great beginner's text but I think will serve as a reference for any practitioner to use no matter how long they've been studying. Personally, I've had limited experience in Zen and I must say that this book has been an inspiration to delve deeper into the practice. Thanks Jason for this gem.

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AlexTheBamboozler

Excellent primer on Zen!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 6, 2021

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A question I'm asked sometimes is "where do I start with Zen Buddhism?" This is a difficult question because Zen is about experiencing reality outside of words and concepts. So for many authors it is understandably tricky to explain the heart of Zen with ... words and concepts!

But I am happy to report that Jason Quinn has written a fantastic introductory text! He gets straight to the point and this directness is what makes the book a gem. There is no cutting around enlightenment or telling mystifying stories about it, Jason just comes out with words pointing straight to it! The book also discusses the results of Zen practice including a natural compassion and clarity well.

I have a few problems with the book, but they're minor ones. Two concepts, emptiness and nonduality, could have been fleshed out just a little more. And there is also a quote wrongly attributed to Lao Tzu on page 55. None of this is too much of a problem, though, since this is just an introduction to Zen and I would still absolutely recommend it!

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Tim N.

Well done

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 12, 2022

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Book is a great read , to the point while also interesting. Thank you to the author

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Introduction to everyday Zen.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 30, 2022

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This book is a very accessible introduction to living Zen. The philosophies and practices are translated into very accessible language. I found the book not too simple and not too complicated or philosophical. I appreciated how flexiblely the practices are presented. Nothing left me intimidated or thinking I could not find a way to incorporate these things into my life. I do not identify as Buddhist but appreciate the approach to life.

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Laura Stephenson

A simple, no-nonsense guide

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 1, 2022

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This is the second book I have read from this author. I love the straightforward style and the short illustrative stories. I would highly recommend it to anyone.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 31, 2021

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Some initial disclosures to start. I received an advance review copy of the book from the publisher. I've also practiced and studied Zen with the author, Jason Quinn, for many years, living at the Providence Zen Center when he was a monk there. I confess I read the book expecting to hear Jason's voice and teaching in familiar stories but was very pleasantly surprised. I found a lot of insight, not only for beginners, but also for long time Zen students. This book is a great way to learn what to say to friends and family when they ask you what you are doing!! I highly recommend it!

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Christopher Chai

Intense flavor of Truth

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 6, 2021

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Living up to its succinct title, this written jewel of spiritual hiking guides gives an intense compact bone stock flavor of universal truths over many of the bland broths available today about spiritual quests.
Paradoxically pointing to the experience beyond written words through written words, Mr. Quinn has illuminated the how and the why of the Path that is so very much needed today in this world, especially in this country in 2021. I hope as I’ve done, people may read this book and at least contemplate or take the first step towards discovering ever-revealing meaning in one’s short life.

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Danielle j

Lots of great information about Zen and everyday life.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 14, 2021

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This book is a great introduction to Buddhism. It answers a lot of beginners mind questions. I've read it twice and I find it's great to meditate while asking some of the questions that come up for you while reading. You'll find it an easy read and not complicated.

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