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Do Not Try to Become a Buddha
Practicing Zen Right Where You Are
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About The Book
In this personal and enlightening collection of short essays, Irish Soto Zen priest Myozan Ian Kilroy describes how he came to practice Zen, introduces the basics of Zen philosophy, and recalls the challenges of establishing a Zen Buddhist community in Catholic-dominated Ireland. Along the way, he explores the rituals and practices that Zen brings to everyday life, from holidays to weddings to birth ceremonies to funerals. A former journalist, Rev. Myozan’s lucid and entertaining storytelling style paints a clear picture of how Zen has adapted to the culture and traditions of Ireland.
Product Details
- Publisher: Wisdom Publications (January 21, 2025)
- Length: 328 pages
- ISBN13: 9781614298946
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Raves and Reviews
“A grounded and refreshing exploration of the awakening path. Myozan reminds us to never separate from the people, landscape, and spiritual imagination. Get this gorgeous book.”
– Koshin Paley Ellison, Zen teacher and author of Untangled: Walking the Eightfold Path to Clarity, Courage, and Compassion
“Offers a powerful call to honor Zen traditions while holding them up to the light of our particular places and times. Myozan’s embrace of the unique challenges and joys of embodying Zen in Ireland holds wisdom for anyone focused on how to practice Zen now.”
– Ben Connelly, Soto Zen priest and author of Inside the Grass Hut: Living Shitou’s Classic Zen Poem
"You may find yourself more in tune with your coworkers, a bit more open to life’s challenges, and perhaps even humming a bar or two as you look in awe at the empty realm of the sky.”
– Tenku Ruff, Osho, former president and current ethics committee chair of the Soto Zen Buddhist Association
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