108 Zen Parables and Stories

by Olga Gutsol, Gyomay M. Kubose, Buddha Gautama

A collection of traditional Zen stories and parables that point out the simplicity of life and transcend the ordinary knowledge. Each story, no matter how short and simple, holds a key to resolution of timeless problems every person faces. Originally, in the form of koans (public sayings) of the great masters presented to students to test their understanding of Zen, these sayings later became stories and intertwined with local legends and fables, creating an incredible source of inspiration, direction and comfort for those in need of guidance. As we read and solve these koans, story after story, we allow our true Buddha nature to free up from any obstructed perceptions of a fragmented mind and to flow in unison with the river of the universe.

Genres: Fiction

158 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 9, 2021

Reviews

[Teo Ekstrom · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am about to get WAY more annoying.

[Michael Patton · Rating 3 out of 5]

Overall, an enjoyable book. But I wish the author had been a little more "zen" in terms of prose. That is: not just concise, but precise. This razor's edge needs sharpening.

[Bella · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow

This book has got good collection of zen
stories. Well written and arranged well. Definitely recommended for zen koan enthusiasts

[Jay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short but possibly life changing stories, parables and quotes to be studied and thought on. A book full of enlightenment.

[Tom Ernst · Rating 5 out of 5]

Peaceful, Curious, Thoughtful, Soothing, Joyful

I liked every word. I recommend to anyone who finds it. I rated 5 stars because 5 stars are brighter than 1. Enjoy!

[Chris Sweigard · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice

[Ricky Cruz · Rating 5 out of 5]

108 Zen

Read this book and it enriched my mind. Hopefully you too will find enlightenment. It was time extremely well spent.

[Rkrajawat · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quip

Zen...!
The above suffices.
No more, no less.
Such is the text inthe book.
Great to read but difficult to digest at times.!

[Anjalica · Rating 5 out of 5]

🙏🙏🙏

[chrstphre campbell · Rating 5 out of 5]

But Master…What is Enlightenment ( ? )

The only clue is enduring enough examples & suffering through The horrors of others who have claimed to experience it ( ? )