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    The Gateless Gate: Sacred Writings of Zen Buddhism
    The Gateless Gate: Sacred Writings of Zen Buddhism
    The Gateless Gate: Sacred Writings of Zen Buddhism
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    The Gateless Gate: Sacred Writings of Zen Buddhism

    Written by Joseph Lumpkin

    Narrated by Dennis Logan

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    Several schools of Zen developed in China in the 9th century. The Rinzai (Chinese, Lin-chi) sect of Zen was introduced to Japan by the Chinese priest Ensai in 1191. Rinzai Buddhism emphasizes the use of koans, paradoxical puzzles or questions that help the practitioner to overcome the normal boundaries of logic. Koans are often accompanied by shouts or slaps from the master, intended to provoke anxiety, leading to instant realization of the truth. These teachings influenced the warrior class and led to a Zen influence over the martial arts of archery and swordsmanship.

    Soto Buddhism (Chinese, Ts'ao-tung) is another Zen sect that was transmitted from China to Japan. It arrived in Japan in 1227 upon the teacher Dogen's return from China. Soto emphasizes zazen, or sitting meditation, as the means to attain enlightenment. The Soto practitioner is encouraged to clear the mind of all thoughts and concepts, without making any effort towards enlightenment, until enlightenment occurs.

    Whatever the method of reaching enlightenment, once reached we realize the state of enlightenment we sought was there within us all along. The method is the gate, but there need not be any gate, since the gate is always open. This is the gateless gate. Now, let us enter the Gateless Gate.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherFifth Estate Publishing
    Release dateNov 22, 2019
    ISBN9781094220963
    The Gateless Gate: Sacred Writings of Zen Buddhism
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    Joseph Lumpkin

    Joseph Lumpkin CEO of Fifth Estate Publishing http://www.fifthestatepub.com The early years of Joseph Lumpkin were spent under the tutelage of his grandfather, W.R. Lumpkin, a Baptist minister and former pastor of Temple Baptist Church in Chattanooga, TN. There he began his study in the fields of Theology and Ministry. He later obtained a degree and began writing and publishing religious texts. Joseph has produced over a dozen books on subjects such as Gnosticism, Midrash writings, and the translation of non-canon texts. According to Lumpkin, many non-biblical works influenced modern theology. He has been referenced in such articles as Thomas the Apostle, which cites Lumpkin’s The Tao of Thomas. His book entitled The Lost Book of Enoch: A Comprehensive Transliteration is the top selling book on the subject. Radio interviews on L.A. Talk Radio’s “Max and Friends”, “Rain Making Time” with Kim Greenhouse, and the U.K. Program of “Connecting the Light” have all hosted Lumpkin. Lost Books of the BIble, Angels and Demons, and other interesting subjects were discussed. Joseph Lumpkin is listed in “The Full Wiki.” http://www.thefullwiki.org/Joseph_Burton_Lumpkin

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    • 5/5
      Amazing! several instances gave me chills a real close one, I now know what to do if I meet a zen Buddhist and that's to uppercut him ;) all in good fun. May you also find eternal satisfaction
    • 3/5
      BodyDharma... Shakaya Muni....otherwise it was good. Felt a bit forced.