The book provides practical directions in how to meditate according to Zen tradition so that the reader will actually learn how to do Zen practice, what to expect, what potential effects might result, what pitfalls to avoid. In addition, different schools of Zen are described, and historic detail is included. Down-to-earth language assists both the beginning student of Zen and those who have meditated this way for several years.
The book provides practical directions in how to meditate according to Zen tradition so that the reader will actually learn how to do Zen practice, what to expect, what potential effects might result, what pitfalls to avoid. In addition, different schools of Zen are described, and historic detail is included. Down-to-earth language assists both the beginning student of Zen and those who have meditated this way for several years.