Dungen, Wim van den
Ten Ox-Herding Images
- ISBN 13:
- 9781365206177
- author:
- Dungen, Wim van den
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- lulu
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Religion, General, Nonfiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Ten Ox-Herding Images are a set of ten metaphors representing the process of awakening and the complete recognition of the original mind. Created by Kuoan Shiyuan, these images have been reproduced throughout the centuries, yet their meaning remains unchanged.
Part of the Zen tradition, these illustrations show how to train the mind through a series of stages on the path to enlightenment. This process is rooted in the Dharma of the Buddha and offers insight into the mental processes leading to true peace. The images move beyond the attainment of Buddhahood, revealing the final stage as a call to universal altruism.
Through these timeless metaphors, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the mind training process and its connection to the Buddha's teachings. This book provides a unique exploration of the mental processes leading to enlightenment, making it a valuable resource for those interested in philosophy and spirituality.