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7353986Exploring Chanhttps://www.gandhi.com.mx/exploring-chan-9781733314367/phttps://gandhi.vtexassets.com/arquivos/ids/6942101/image.jpg?v=638767503676130000193193MXNSonglark PublishingInStock/Ebooks/<p><strong>Exploring Chán: A Journey into the Heart of Chinese Buddhism</strong></p><p>Chuan Zhis <em>Exploring Chán</em> is a profound and comprehensive guide to the history, philosophy, and practice of Chinese Chán Buddhism. Blending rigorous scholarship with philosophical depth, Zhi "reconstructs both the emergence of Buddhism in general, and of Chinese (or Chán) Buddhism in particular" with "astonishing" knowledge and "a philosophically profound understanding of its spiritual core" (<em>Kirkus Reviews</em>). The book traces Buddhisms evolution from India to China and beyond, offering a nuanced perspective on Chán as a mystical discipline rooted in Self-knowledge.</p><p>As the precursor to Japanese Zen, Chán remained largely unknown in the West, overshadowed by Zens global recognition. This disparity stems from historical factors like Chinas restrictive "Canton System" during the Qing Dynasty. <em>Exploring Chán</em> bridges this gap, providing modern readers with a rare and insightful view of Chinese Cháns depth and significance.</p><p>Readers will find Zhis work both intellectually stimulating and spiritually enriching. His practical guidance on meditation is paired with clear and accessible explanations of Buddhist concepts. As <em>Booklife Reviews</em> notes: "Readers will be inspired by his encouraging reminders about the objectives of Chán and straightforward guidance on practicing meditation."</p><p>Whether you are a spiritual seeker, a student of world religions, or simply curious about Chán, this meticulously crafted book-with its footnotes, illustrations, and extensive bibliography-invites you to delve into Chinese Buddhism and discover a tradition that offers timeless wisdom, spiritual practice, and a profound way of living.</p>...6990034Exploring Chan193193https://www.gandhi.com.mx/exploring-chan-9781733314367/phttps://gandhi.vtexassets.com/arquivos/ids/6942101/image.jpg?v=638767503676130000InStockMXN99999DIEbook20259781733314367_W3siaWQiOiJkYWQzZTVkYS1jMWJhLTQ5ZDItYmU4NC1hYjk5N2NkZjMwYmMiLCJsaXN0UHJpY2UiOjE5MywiZGlzY291bnQiOjAsInNlbGxpbmdQcmljZSI6MTkzLCJpbmNsdWRlc1RheCI6dHJ1ZSwicHJpY2VUeXBlIjoiV2hvbGVzYWxlIiwiY3VycmVuY3kiOiJNWE4iLCJmcm9tIjoiMjAyNS0wOS0wMlQxMzowMDowMFoiLCJ0byI6IjIwMjUtMDktMzBUMjM6NTk6NTlaIiwicmVnaW9uIjoiTVgiLCJpc1ByZW9yZGVyIjpmYWxzZX0seyJpZCI6IjIxZmQ2ZDMyLTQ3OTktNDhhNS1iZTQ5LWY5MWVmN2YwNzI1OCIsImxpc3RQcmljZSI6MTg2LCJkaXNjb3VudCI6MCwic2VsbGluZ1ByaWNlIjoxODYsImluY2x1ZGVzVGF4Ijp0cnVlLCJwcmljZVR5cGUiOiJXaG9sZXNhbGUiLCJjdXJyZW5jeSI6Ik1YTiIsImZyb20iOiIyMDI1LTEwLTAxVDAwOjAwOjAwWiIsInJlZ2lvbiI6Ik1YIiwiaXNQcmVvcmRlciI6ZmFsc2V9XQ==9781733314367_<p><strong>Exploring Chán: A Journey into the Heart of Chinese Buddhism</strong></p><p>Chuan Zhis <em>Exploring Chán</em> is a profound and comprehensive guide to the history, philosophy, and practice of Chinese Chán Buddhism. Blending rigorous scholarship with philosophical depth, Zhi "reconstructs both the emergence of Buddhism in general, and of Chinese (or Chán) Buddhism in particular" with "astonishing" knowledge and "a philosophically profound understanding of its spiritual core" (<em>Kirkus Reviews</em>). The book traces Buddhisms evolution from India to China and beyond, offering a nuanced perspective on Chán as a mystical discipline rooted in Self-knowledge.</p><p>As the precursor to Japanese Zen, Chán remained largely unknown in the West, overshadowed by Zens global recognition. This disparity stems from historical factors like Chinas restrictive "Canton System" during the Qing Dynasty. <em>Exploring Chán</em> bridges this gap, providing modern readers with a rare and insightful view of Chinese Cháns depth and significance.</p><p>Readers will find Zhis work both intellectually stimulating and spiritually enriching. His practical guidance on meditation is paired with clear and accessible explanations of Buddhist concepts. As <em>Booklife Reviews</em> notes: "Readers will be inspired by his encouraging reminders about the objectives of Chán and straightforward guidance on practicing meditation."</p><p>Whether you are a spiritual seeker, a student of world religions, or simply curious about Chán, this meticulously crafted book-with its footnotes, illustrations, and extensive bibliography-invites you to delve into Chinese Buddhism and discover a tradition that offers timeless wisdom, spiritual practice, and a profound way of living.</p>...9781733314367_Songlark Publishinglibro_electonico_9781733314367_9781733314367Chuan ZhiInglésMéxicohttps://getbook.kobo.com/koboid-prod-public/ingram30-epub-be1d1d33-88df-4d6b-a2eb-0680f785c716.epub2025-03-01T00:00:00+00:00Songlark Publishing