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The Search : Talks on the Ten Bulls of Zen
Dang Dang Doko Dang represents the sound of the drum beaten by a Zen master in an existential lesson for a disciple. As well as symbolizing the poetic quality of Zen, the title represents the special flavor of this collection of Osho's commentaries on well-known Zen stories. "Zen is a way of dissolving philosophical problems, not of solving them," he explains. "It is a way of getting rid of philosophy, because philosophy is a sort of neurosis." The volume also includes Osho's answers to questions about the meditation technique of Zazen.
320 pages, Hardcover
First published February 26, 2013
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Osho
4,293 books6,796 followersRajneesh (born Chandra Mohan Jain, 11 December 1931 – 19 January 1990) and latter rebranded as Osho was leader of the Rajneesh movement. During his lifetime he was viewed as a controversial new religious movement leader and mystic.
In the 1960s he traveled throughout India as a public speaker and was a vocal critic of socialism, Mahatma Gandhi, and Hindu religious orthodoxy.
Rajneesh emphasized the importance of meditation, mindfulness, love, celebration, courage, creativity and humor—qualities that he viewed as being suppressed by adherence to static belief systems, religious tradition and socialization.
In advocating a more open attitude to human sexuality he caused controversy in India during the late 1960s and became known as "the sex guru".
In 1970, Rajneesh spent time in Mumbai initiating followers known as "neo-sannyasins". During this period he expanded his spiritual teachings and commented extensively in discourses on the writings of religious traditions, mystics, and philosophers from around the world. In 1974 Rajneesh relocated to Pune, where an ashram was established and a variety of therapies, incorporating methods first developed by the Human Potential Movement, were offered to a growing Western following. By the late 1970s, the tension between the ruling Janata Party government of Morarji Desai and the movement led to a curbing of the ashram's development and a back taxes claim estimated at $5 million.
In 1981, the Rajneesh movement's efforts refocused on activities in the United States and Rajneesh relocated to a facility known as Rajneeshpuram in Wasco County, Oregon. Almost immediately the movement ran into conflict with county residents and the state government, and a succession of legal battles concerning the ashram's construction and continued development curtailed its success.
In 1985, in the wake of a series of serious crimes by his followers, including a mass food poisoning attack with Salmonella bacteria and an aborted assassination plot to murder U.S. Attorney Charles H. Turner, Rajneesh alleged that his personal secretary Ma Anand Sheela and her close supporters had been responsible. He was later deported from the United States in accordance with an Alford plea bargain.[
After his deportation, 21 countries denied him entry. He ultimately returned to India and a revived Pune ashram, where he died in 1990. Rajneesh's ashram, now known as OSHO International Meditation Resort and all associated intellectual property, is managed by the Zurich registered Osho International Foundation (formerly Rajneesh International Foundation). Rajneesh's teachings have had a notable impact on Western New Age thought, and their popularity has increased markedly since his death.
In the 1960s he traveled throughout India as a public speaker and was a vocal critic of socialism, Mahatma Gandhi, and Hindu religious orthodoxy.
Rajneesh emphasized the importance of meditation, mindfulness, love, celebration, courage, creativity and humor—qualities that he viewed as being suppressed by adherence to static belief systems, religious tradition and socialization.
In advocating a more open attitude to human sexuality he caused controversy in India during the late 1960s and became known as "the sex guru".
In 1970, Rajneesh spent time in Mumbai initiating followers known as "neo-sannyasins". During this period he expanded his spiritual teachings and commented extensively in discourses on the writings of religious traditions, mystics, and philosophers from around the world. In 1974 Rajneesh relocated to Pune, where an ashram was established and a variety of therapies, incorporating methods first developed by the Human Potential Movement, were offered to a growing Western following. By the late 1970s, the tension between the ruling Janata Party government of Morarji Desai and the movement led to a curbing of the ashram's development and a back taxes claim estimated at $5 million.
In 1981, the Rajneesh movement's efforts refocused on activities in the United States and Rajneesh relocated to a facility known as Rajneeshpuram in Wasco County, Oregon. Almost immediately the movement ran into conflict with county residents and the state government, and a succession of legal battles concerning the ashram's construction and continued development curtailed its success.
In 1985, in the wake of a series of serious crimes by his followers, including a mass food poisoning attack with Salmonella bacteria and an aborted assassination plot to murder U.S. Attorney Charles H. Turner, Rajneesh alleged that his personal secretary Ma Anand Sheela and her close supporters had been responsible. He was later deported from the United States in accordance with an Alford plea bargain.[
After his deportation, 21 countries denied him entry. He ultimately returned to India and a revived Pune ashram, where he died in 1990. Rajneesh's ashram, now known as OSHO International Meditation Resort and all associated intellectual property, is managed by the Zurich registered Osho International Foundation (formerly Rajneesh International Foundation). Rajneesh's teachings have had a notable impact on Western New Age thought, and their popularity has increased markedly since his death.
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April 5, 2015
'Logic is man-made, life is not man-made. Man is life-made.'
'A life based on mathematics won't be worth living.'
'Your mind is the reason for your misery.'
'A humble man accepts that his life is imperfect.'
'A guilty man is neurotic.'
'Dang Dang Doko Dang' was my first introduction to Osho. It was quite a spellbinding experience to read this wonderful book. Although the initial few chapters on zazen, meditation and detachment were a little repetitive and self-contradictory, the book roared to life in the final four chapters about happiness and the human mind. One of the things which I liked about the book was how it encourages one to pursue one's true interests without guilt and to confront one's problems with strength. It also tells us how indecision and procrastination have to be kicked out of our lives.
On the whole, a profoundly enlightening book.
'A life based on mathematics won't be worth living.'
'Your mind is the reason for your misery.'
'A humble man accepts that his life is imperfect.'
'A guilty man is neurotic.'
'Dang Dang Doko Dang' was my first introduction to Osho. It was quite a spellbinding experience to read this wonderful book. Although the initial few chapters on zazen, meditation and detachment were a little repetitive and self-contradictory, the book roared to life in the final four chapters about happiness and the human mind. One of the things which I liked about the book was how it encourages one to pursue one's true interests without guilt and to confront one's problems with strength. It also tells us how indecision and procrastination have to be kicked out of our lives.
On the whole, a profoundly enlightening book.
October 19, 2013
Osho beautifully illustrates the Zen philosophy in a very simple and lucid manner. Some of the chapters have striking similarities with that of the classic, "The Power Of Now" by Eckhart Tolle. Both of them concentrate on the idea of dropping your mind, and being an observer to the mind. The book contains a lot of anecdotes which makes it an interesting read, unlike many philosophy books. But at times, there are digressions from the central theme of the chapter, which can be misleading. Nonetheless, this book is an interesting addition to one's Zen collection.
May 24, 2021
A great read for truth seekers interested in exploring 'being' and existence. Osho's discourse on Zen Buddhism provides so much clarity and a completely new perspective on the human experience. Diving into topics such as Love vs Meditation, the Purpose of Inner Discipline, The Split Duality of the Mind and many others, I felt Osho was speaking directly to me. Despite the fact that many of these concepts and inner truths are so hard to put into words, Osho has a way of communicating his ideas in a very clear and comprehensible manner. His understanding is so vast, his words so authentic, and his is so attune with the eternal that I could go on listening to him for hours. A lot of what he has spoken truly resonated with my heart and I look forward to exploring Buddhism and Zen further.
July 11, 2020
I started reading this book due to its funky title. Consistent with its title, the book offers several funny and beautiful anecdotes which are relatable with life situations.
Probably, one can read it multiple times in a life time because with every read, a different thought process or aspect awakens. A delectable and thought-provoking read indeed.
One of the quotes which I liked the most from the book is 'As far as the inner journey is concerned, as far as the transcendental is concerned, nothing fails like success and nothing succeeds like failure.'
Probably, one can read it multiple times in a life time because with every read, a different thought process or aspect awakens. A delectable and thought-provoking read indeed.
One of the quotes which I liked the most from the book is 'As far as the inner journey is concerned, as far as the transcendental is concerned, nothing fails like success and nothing succeeds like failure.'
May 6, 2020
Recommended. A series of starting questions at the beginning of each chapter of this insightful and interesting compilation of dharma talks, on classic zen koans and stories, take lead us step by step on a compelling journey deep towards the beating heart and essence of Zen.
May 26, 2017
Osho discussing Zen parables: what's there not to like?
August 20, 2017
I cant really write in words what is conveyed in tis book. Because words fall short of that. Osho takes us on a journey iof self realization through a very peculiar series of old paintings call the Ten Bulls. The Journey is inspiring. And you have to read it yourself to expirience it.
May 2, 2024
Genre: OSHO. Enough said
January 18, 2014
I usually get a lot by the published talks of Osho. Different is it with this book. Perhaps it is the nature of (Za-)zen that "words don't cook the rice"!
Those, who are familiar with the (Za-)zen do not the least need all these over and over repetitive words with so many anectodes.
Those, who are not yet familiar with the (Za-)zen might easily be kept away from it by all these words, which could be easily put into 2 short chapters.
Those, who are familiar with the (Za-)zen do not the least need all these over and over repetitive words with so many anectodes.
Those, who are not yet familiar with the (Za-)zen might easily be kept away from it by all these words, which could be easily put into 2 short chapters.
August 3, 2015
This is the second osho book I have read. the simplicity of the writing and the simplicity with which he explains zen is compelling. absolutely must read- gives you a pause in your life - needed to sit back and actually think how and where your life is headed.
September 28, 2015
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August 28, 2012best of the best, the essential lectures for deeply understading the meaning of life, period.
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