In Only a Great Rain, modern meditation master Hsing Yun presents Chinese Buddhist meditation in clear, engaging terms. He begins by showing us the intimate connections between ethical conduct, meditation, and wisdom and goes on to describe a variety of meditation techniques, drawing on the insights of the Ch'an , T'ien-t'ai, Hua-yen, and Pure Land traditions. Professor McRae's introduction provides a helpful context for understanding Chinese Buddhism and Master Hsing Yun's place within it.
Language
English
Pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Wisdom Publications
Release
October 01, 1999
ISBN
0861711483
ISBN 13
9780861711482
Only a Great Rain: A Guide to Chinese Buddhist Meditation
In Only a Great Rain, modern meditation master Hsing Yun presents Chinese Buddhist meditation in clear, engaging terms. He begins by showing us the intimate connections between ethical conduct, meditation, and wisdom and goes on to describe a variety of meditation techniques, drawing on the insights of the Ch'an , T'ien-t'ai, Hua-yen, and Pure Land traditions. Professor McRae's introduction provides a helpful context for understanding Chinese Buddhism and Master Hsing Yun's place within it.