Philip Kapleau

American Zen teacher and author; founder of the Rochester Zen Center and author of The Three Pillars of Zen, influential in bringing Zen Buddhism to the West.

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  1. 1. The Three Pillars Of Zen, 25th Anniversary Updated And Revised Edition

    Teaching, Practice, and Enlightenment

    A clear, practical introduction to Zen practice that combines step-by-step instruction in seated meditation and koan work with recorded talks, interviews, and firsthand accounts of awakening; the book aims to make traditional Zen methods accessible to Western students by explaining posture, breathing, and daily practice while providing historical background, commentary, and guidance for integrating insight into ordinary life.

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