Getting the Buddha Mind: On the Practice of Chan Retreat

by Sheng Yen

Chan—or in Japanese, Zen—involves studying, practicing, acting, and being, but beyond words and ideas, the true Chan cannot be described, only learned. Under the guidance of authentic teachers like Chan Master Sheng Yen, many students in the West have learned how to follow the path. Collected from a series of talks given during Chan retreats, Getting the Buddha Mind presents the teachings of this esteemed spiritual guide and brings the intimacy of the retreat experience into the reader's living room.

Genres: Buddhism, Religion

152 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 1982

Reviews

[Bear Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wish I had read this book 30 years ago - what a superb introduction to the ways of Zen practice. I can easily see myself revisiting this book many times over as a refreshing reminder of the hows and whys of practice. Reading it now has made me want to be more dedicated in my practice. A joy of a book.