The Complete Book of Zen

by Wong Kiew Kit

Shaolin grandmaster Wong Kiew Kit explains the principles and practice of Zen with a clarity that can only come from true understanding. In The Complete Book of Zen, Wong Kiew Kit traces the history and meaning of Zen, following its geographical path from early beginnings in India to China, and then to Japan and Vietnam. He shows how Zen lies at the heart of all great works of art and culture, and then relates its practice to daily life, setting out how Zen training and meditation may: - Enhance internal strength, concentration, intuitive abilities and emotional balance. - Allow inspiring glimpses of cosmic reality. - Help reduce states of chronic and degenerative diseases. The exercises offer not only a spiritual appreciation of the practice, but also an actual physical experience of Zen. Irrespective of your religious or personal beliefs, The Complete Book of Zen will encourage you to explore your spiritual potential, and bring simplicity, focus and vitality into your life.

Genres: Zen, Buddhism, Spirituality, Nonfiction

360 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 1998

About the author

Wong Kiew Kit is a fourth generation successor from the Southern Shaolin Monastery in China (not to be confused with the more commonly known Shaolin Monastery in Henan Province) and is a grandmaster of Shaolin Kung Fu and Qigong. He is also the head of the Shaolin Wahnam Institute.

Reviews

[Sinan Korkmaz · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an informative book written in a clear and simple language. The person who reads the book will have a comprehensive knowledge about Zen.

[Patrick Bello · Rating 5 out of 5]

V comprehensive

[Joshua]

Interesting historical/philosophical overview on the development of Chinese/Japanese/non-Buddhism Cha'an thought and practice, including the importance of Kung Fu and Qi Gong cultivation. Apparently Wong Kiew Kit teaches workshops on these in Malaysia...

[Steven · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a good book that helped me continue my learning into the energy side of life.

[Cloay · Rating 3 out of 5]

Available in SG library 294.3927 (Sengkang)
- so much contents in the book. Need to take few days off to really read & understand what is written. :-(

[Zach Elmblad · Rating 3 out of 5]

One of my every day carries in high school.

[Jim Peterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent introduction to Zen.

[Tim · Rating 2 out of 5]

got the ball rolling

[Al West · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very resourceful book always near...