Zen in the Art of Archery
Book description
A classic work on Eastern philosophy, and a charming, deeply illuminating story of one man’s experience with Zen.
Eugen Herrigel, a German professor of Philosophy in Tokyo, took up the study of archery as a step toward an understanding of Zen Buddhism. This book is the account of the six…
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My first somewhat clear understanding of what Zen is, and perhaps isn’t, came from the reading of this book.
I have seen in my own life when I’m doing photography or playing golf that I can enter a state of Zen. Nothing else exists while I’m depressing the shutter or hitting that little white ball. The concept of mindfulness is something that is much easier to read about than put into practice, but reading this book has helped me take strides toward living in the present.
From Mark's list on books that offer glimpses of ancient and modern Japan.
Embark on a fascinating exploration of Zen philosophy and its connection to the mastery of archery in Eugen Herrigel's captivating book.
As Herrigel recounts his six-year journey in Japan, learning the ancient art of archery under a master archer, he reveals profound insights into the Zen principles of mindfulness, discipline, and the unity of mind and body. As Herrigel learned the art of archery, we must undergo similar experiences in our own lives, be it learning to code or learning how to raise children.
I see the difficulties in this every day when I work as a trainer. This text…
From Christian's list on Zen which changed the way I think.
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