The Sword of Wisdom: A Commentary on the Song of Enlightenment - Softcover

Sheng Yen, Chan Master

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1556434286 ISBN 13: 9781556434280

Publisher: North Atlantic Books, 2002

Synopsis

The Sword of Wisdom is a penetrating commentary on the Song of Enlightenment, a famous Chan text that speaks of proper methods and attitudes for practice. In this book, compiled from a series of lectures delivered during intensive meditation retreats, Master Sheng-yen gives valuable advice and guidance to those who are practicing Chan meditation. His lucid words offer fresh insight into a timeless philosophy that will be beneficial and inspiring to anyone who is interested in Buddhism.

About this title

About the Author:

Chan Master Sheng-yen is a Buddhist monk who received transmission in two major Chan lineages. He holds a doctorate in Buddhist literature from Rissho University in Japan. He is the author of over one hundred texts on Buddhism, and his books have been translated into eight languages. He has been lecturing and directing retreats for more than twenty-five years in Asia, North America, and Europe.

Review:

"Chan Master Sheng-yen is a great teacher and I have great confidence in his scholarship and wisdom. I feel privileged to be his friend, and admire what he has been doing for the Buddhadharma in the East as well as in the West."
—Thich Nhat Hanh

"When I listen to Master Sheng-yen's presentation of Chan Buddhist teachings, my immediate and very profound feeling is that I am listening to words of wisdom from someone who is very experienced and a great practitioner."
—His Holiness, The Dalai Lama

About this edition

• Publisher: North Atlantic Books
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 1556434286
• ISBN 13: 9781556434280
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 176