Who recommends it
- The Best Books on BuddhismReading list
In Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind, Shunryu Suzuki presents Buddhism in a way that is both simple and profound. Shunryu Suzuki was one of the most influential spiritual teachers of the twentieth century and is truly a founding father of Zen in America. He discusses the practice of meditation, and how it can help us to…
- Diana JanneyInterview
I studied Latin for A Level at school and was particularly absorbed by the thoughts of Cicero and Ovid. This led me to search out other books on philosophy – I bought one on existentialism from a mobile school bookshop and then several on Eastern philosophy, the first being Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind by Suzuki, which I…
- The Best Books for Learning MeditationReading list
If you’re interested in learning about Zen meditation, “The Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind” is a great place to start. Written by Shunryu Suzuki, a Japanese Zen master, this book provides an introduction to the basics of Zen meditation. Suzuki discusses the importance of living in the present moment and offers tips for how…
- Neil KramerInterview
Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind by Shunryu Suzuki. Just a lovely timeless book. Accessible by all levels of spiritual attainment.
- Rohan GunatillakeInterview
The book I’ve recommended the most is Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind by Shunryu Suzuki. It’s a perfect and very short introduction to meditation.
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