Arthur Braverman

The Grass Flute Zen Master: Sodo Yokoyama

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ISBN 13:: 9781619029132
author:: Arthur Braverman
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Counterpoint
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2017
Pages:: 150
Dimensions:: 14 x 1.5 x 20.6 cm
Genre:: Biography, Medical, Legal & Social Sciences, Philosophy, Arthur Braverman,The Grass Flute Zen Master: Sodo Yokoyama,Counterpoint,1619029138,Non-Christian Religions,Buddhism - Zen,Religion,Biography & Autobiography/Religious,Philosophy/Zen,Religion /
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The Grass Flute Zen Master: Sodo Yokoyama by Arthur Braverman In this thought-provoking exploration, Arthur Braverman delves into the life of Sodo-san, a unique figure who spent his final twenty years teaching passersby about the value of being young at heart through the music of his grass flute. By examining the intersection of Zen Buddhism and individualism, as well as the connections between Sodo-san's life and that of Walt Whitman, Braverman sheds light on the universal principles that underpin this ancient practice. Through conversations with Joko Shibata, Sodo-san's sole disciple, and a careful study of his poetry, Braverman reveals the intriguing tension between the personal and the universal in Zen meditation. This book is not just a biography of one life, but an exploration of the lineage of teacher and protégé that stretches back through generations. As Braverman reflects on his own journey in Zen Buddhism, he confronts his own expectations and surprises, ultimately gaining a deeper understanding and acceptance of the practice. With its unique blend of history, philosophy, and personal reflection, The Grass Flute Zen Master offers a meditative examination of the human experience that will resonate with readers seeking insight into the nature of reality.

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