Breath Sweeps Mind: The Intimate Heart of Zen

by Jakusho Kwong

In a poetic reflection from an awakened insight, the 13th-century Zen master Keizan Jokin wrote: ?Most people want to have pure clarity, but sweep as you will, you cannot empty the mind.? On Breath Sweeps Mind, Jakusho Kwong presents his inspired response to this Zen paradox to offer you an ?Everyday Zen? that you can practice right now. Join this dharma successor to the late Shunryu Suzuki-roshi as he opens you to the world as seen through the eyes of a true Zen master?and the liberation we find in ?just sweeping.?

Genres: Buddhism

Audio Cassette

First published July 1, 2003

Reviews

[Paul Newman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I must have listened to this audio book 50 times at least. Each time, you discover a new layer, a hidden depth, and new insight.

[Alicia Grega · Rating 3 out of 5]

I wouldn't say avoid this, but there are better works. Again, I listened to the audiobook which is of a very visceral quality. Quiet surroundings are essential. I enjoyed it while taking walks but it didn't make for as effective commute listening.