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Enlightenment Unfolds: The Essential Teachings of Zen Master Dogen

     Enlightenment Unfolds is a sequel to Kaz Tanahashi's previous collection, Moon in a Dewdrop, which has become a primary source on Dogen for Western Zen students. Dogen Zenji (1200-1253) is unquestionably the most significant religious figure in Japanese history. Founder of the Soto school of Zen (which emphasizes the practice of zazen or sitting meditation), he was a prolific writer whose works have remained popular for six hundred years. Enlightenment Unfolds presents even more of the incisive and inspiring writings of this seminal figure, focusing on essays from his great life work, Treasury of the True Dharma Eye , as well as poems, talks, and correspondence, much of which appears here in English for the first time

Alder Serving Tray – Custom order only

22 1/2" long x 11" wide x 2 1/2" high Alder gives this solid tray a lighter feel.  Finished with cherry handles and joinery, this makes quite an elegant way to serve your family and friends.  Take it outside when the weather permits t...

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