Zen Buddhism is a stripped-down, determined, uncompromising, cut-to-the-chase, meditation-based Buddhism that takes no interest in doctrinal refinements. Not relying on scripture, doctrine or ritual, Zen is verified by personal experience and is passed on from master to disciple, hand to hand, ineffably, through hard, intimate training.
In this book, the author provides guidelines for Zen Buddhist practice based on the "Four Modes of Meditation" that he developed over recent years at Zen River.
He also addresses how these modes can be extended to koan training, ritual, study, work, and social interaction.
This book aims to serve as an inspiration for anyone interested in hearing their life's calling and finding their own way to respond to it.