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Idiot's Guides: Zen Living Paperback – January 7, 2014

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In today's fast-paced, technology-laden society, it's easy to become overwhelmed. People seek calm and simplicity, but have a hard time realizing a "Zen" life. Monk and sensei Domyo Sater Burk illustrates how to get started on the path to peace and enlightenment, regardless of cultural or religious affiliation. You'll learn the foundation and essential teachings of Zen practice, how to engage in meditation and mindfulness, and how to live daily within a Zen moral code.

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336 pages
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English
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Alpha
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January 7, 2014
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7.71 x 0.75 x 9.21 inches
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9781615644247
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978-1615644247
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Domyo Sater Burk has been a student of meditation for 20 years. Ordained as a Soto Zen priest in 2001, she had seven years of residential training at Dharma Rain Zen Center and was empowered to function as an independent Zen teacher in 2010 by Rev. Gyokuko Carlson. In addition to Zen meditation, Burk has experience with mindfulness and all the various forms of Buddhist meditation, and has developed a profound respect for the power of meditation to help people access their inner peace, balance, and wisdom. She is also the author of Idiot's Guides: Zen Living and Idiot's Guides: Mindfulness, and leads Bright Way Zen Center in Portland, Oregon.

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ASIN : 1615644245
Publisher : Alpha (January 7, 2014)
Language : English
Paperback : 336 pages
ISBN-10 : 9781615644247
ISBN-13 : 978-1615644247
Item Weight : 1 pounds
Dimensions : 7.71 x 0.75 x 9.21 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #565,858 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #470 in Zen Philosophy (Books)
- #2,354 in New Thought
- #5,598 in Meditation (Books)

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Gabe

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Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2018

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The previous editions of this book resonated more with me and had a plethora of personal anecdotes and witty lines that truly captured Zen Living... this book tries really hard to stay Neutral, thus robbing it of the essence it once contained... grateful I still have the old hardcopy, the one with the picture of a woman on a beach..

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deepmoon

Wonderful beginners guide to Zen Buddhism

Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2016

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Wonderful book. One of the best books on zen Buddhism for beginners. Kind of light on explaining the 4 Noble Truths and the Eght-fold Noble Path. So a advanced reader may not find some of the detail they are looking for. Yet she does a wonderful job explaining the zen perspective. I was born and brought up as Theravada Buddhist and got turned off by the religious ritualistic add on's to the philosophy. Yet this book has me interested again in learning about Buddhism.

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Most accessible Zen intro I have seen

Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2014

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I am new to Zen these past few months. Sensei Domyo runs a Zen Center near where I live which I have been attending, and I have enjoyed her clear, friendly and accessible presentation of Dharma both in person and in her new book.

I've tried just reading sutras or Dogen but found it very difficult to understand as a beginner, and slow going. I'd recommend Sensei Domyo's book for anyone just starting their Zen path, or for even more experienced Zen practitioners who want a go-to guide that can also be shared with friends curious to learn more about Zen.

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Michael

Helpful and clear

Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2020

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This quick overview of Zen Buddhism is aimed at beginners and those curious about what may be involved in the lifestyle. I really appreciated the tone. Now I am so much more prepared to take the next step. Very nice job on this.

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woodsie8

Awesome book

Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2014

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Just what I was looking for. Been practicing Buddhism for about 1 1/2 years, and was looking for a simplified book to give me the basics without being too complicated. Needed something I could easily grasp. Very readable and enjoyable. I was not disappointed.

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kahala bray-heiderscheit

I have been searching for a Zen center now that ...

Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2014

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I have been searching for a Zen center now that I moved to Beaverton, Oregon. I wanted to study the teachings before I made the decision to attend the Sangha.

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Amanuensis

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2017

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The best book on Zen I have ever read...get it.

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J-Bird

Still reading it. Am enjoying the read and find ...

Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2014

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Still reading it. Am enjoying the read and find it very informative and helpful in understanding Zen concepts. Both a 'How to' and a basic philosophical outline. Would reccommend it to anyone looking for answers about meditation and/or Zen Buddhism.

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The Literate Chimp

The author is clearly a fine teacher. Zen is explained in an easy-to-understand manner

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 16, 2017

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The author is clearly a fine teacher. Zen is explained in an easy-to-understand manner, although the writer leaves us clear that this is only a pencil sketch of what zen really is. To truly understand zen, you have to actually practise it. I have a number of zen books, but this is one that made an impact right from the outset. Well worth reading for everybody who is interested in adopting a zen practice.

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Martin

Excellent

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 1, 2020

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Detailed, practical, informative, this book is one to read carefully and return to many times. The author writes clearly, doesn't avoid issues that are difficult to resolve, and is quite inspiring in her descriptions of what constitutes an 'ordinary' and fulfilled life.

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