Compassion and Meditation: The Spiritual Dynamic Between Buddhism and Christianity

by Jean-Yves Leloup

Book Overview

A profound reflection on how complementary themes in Buddhism and Christianity could serve as the basis for a truly ecumenical faith - Compares Zen meditation with the Greek Orthodox practice of Hesychasm (prayer of the heart) - Shows how Buddha and Jesus represent the distinct yet complementary values of meditation and compassion In Asian spiritual traditions the mountain traditionally symbolizes meditation while the ocean signifies compassion. Jean-Yves...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1594772770
• ISBN13: 9781594772771
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Inner Traditions International
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.4" x 8.1"