Zen Fables for Today

by Richard McLean

ELEGANT BEAUTY AND SIMPLE WISDOM FOR TODAY'S WORLD

Mindfulness, compassion, humor, and enlightenment are the cornerstones of Zen philosophy--a way of thinking and being that is practical and liberating today as it was two thousand years ago. In these lovely and deceptively simple parable are relevant truths for our modern times.ELEGANT BEAUTY AND SIMPLE WISDOM FOR TODAYS WORLD

Mindfulness, compassion, humor, and enlightenment are the cornerstones of Zen philosophy--a way of thinking and being that is practical and liberating today as it was two thousand years ago. In these lovely and deceptively simple parable are relevant truths for our modern times.

Genres: Buddhism, Nonfiction, Spirituality, Religion

130 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 1998

Reviews

[Melissa Jevnager · Rating 5 out of 5]

This had such amazing fables. They really made me think. There was a story about giving hug but really being in the moment and taking 3 deep breaths and being there for the other person. People see zen and think of meditation but there is so much more to it.

[Brian Sims]

Just finished reading Zen Fables by Richard McLean. Stories inspired by the Zen Masters. A refreshing and modern look at Zen. Me, who likes to study how everyone believes, enjoyed this simple approach.

[Lindsey · Rating 5 out of 5]

It may have been amazing because I read it for a professor that was absolutely phenomenal and taught this book with extreme passion!

[Phoenixrisingoverafriendlyninja · Rating 5 out of 5]

We like to have a fable as an appetizer before diner each night. They go well with wine, beer, tea; You name it!

[Lori · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quite interesting, a very very light intro to some zen stories and thoughts. Definetly would like to read something with more depth. Lori

[Austin Kische · Rating 3 out of 5]

Kinda mid. Perhaps I'm not enlightened enough to see the beauty in these zen stories, but most were immemorable.