The Complete Book of Zen

by Wong Kiew Kit

In The Complete Book of Zen, Shaolin grandmaster Wong Kiew Kit explains the principles and practice of Zen with a clarity that can only come from true understanding. Zen is the mystical essence of civilisation. Zen training and practice may also enhance concentration and emotional balance, help reduce states of chronic and degenerative disease, allow inspiring glimpses of cosmic reality and ultimately lead to supreme spiritual fulfilment. This book gives an expert account of the origins and development of Zen, and then outlines a series of exercises that offer the reader both a spiritual appreciation of the practice and also an actual physical experience of Zen. Irrespective of religion or spiritual beliefs, The Complete Book of Zen allows every reader to explore their spiritual potential.

Genres: Zen, Buddhism, Spirituality, Nonfiction

336 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...