Shōbō genzō
Dōgen Zenji
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Shōbō genzō
Published
January 1, 1994
Publisher
Windbell Publications
Pages
360
ISBN-13
9780952300212
ISBN-10
0952300214
Description
A remarkable collection of essays, Shobogenzo, Treasury of the Eye of True Teaching, was composed in the thirteenth century by the Zen master Dogen, founder of the Soto Zen school in Japan. Through its linguistic artistry and its philosophical subtlety, the Shobogenzo presents a thorough recasting of Buddhism with a creative ingenuity that has never been matched in the subsequent literature of Japanese Zen. With this translation of thirteen of the ninety-five essays, Thomas Cleary attempts to convey the form as well as the content of Dogen's writing, thereby preserving the instrumental structure of the original text. Together with pertinent commentary, biography, and notes, these essays make accessible to a wider audience a Zen classic once considered the private reserve of Soto monks and Buddhologists. Readers from many fields in the sciences and humanities will find themselves richly rewarded.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Shōbō genzō?
This edition of Shōbō genzō has approximately 360 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Shōbō genzō?
For most readers, Shōbō genzō typically takes between 7h 30m and 5h 0m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 90,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 0m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 90,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Shōbō genzō?
The estimated word count for Shōbō genzō is approximately 90,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Shōbō genzō?
Shōbō genzō was written by Dōgen Zenji, Eido Shimano.
When was Shōbō genzō published?
The publication date for this specific edition is January 1, 1994. The original work may have been published on a different date.