Abstract

"Sitting just to sit," not to attain enlightenment. This book elaborates on the theory based on practice about how to achieve "Shikantaza," a form of Zazen meditation proposed by Dogen (1200-1253), the founder of the Soto school of Zen in Japan. Beginning with an explanation of Buddha's meditation, this volume provides insights into the true form of Zazen. It offers practical guidelines and in-depth understanding for those seeking to engage with this profound form of Zen practice.

Author’s Information

Ishou Fujita: Born in 1954 in Ehime Prefecture. He dropped out of the doctoral program in Educational Psychology at the Graduate School of Education, the University of Tokyo, and became a Soto Sect Buddhist monk at Shitakurin Antaiji. From 1987, he moved to the United States as the resident monk of the Pioneer Valley Zendo in Massachusetts. He currently serves as the director of the Soto Zen International Center. His books include "Modern Zazen Lecture" (Koseisha) and others.