Zen Sand
Victor Sōgen Hori
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at 250 WPM12h 44m
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Zen Sand
Published
2003
Publisher
University of Hawai'i
Pages
764
ISBN-10
0824822846
Description
"Zen Sand is a classic collection of verses aimed at aiding practitioners of koan meditation in negotiating the difficult relationship between insight and language. As such it represents a major contribution to both Western Zen practice and English-language Zen scholarship.". "In Japan the traditional Rinzai Zen koan curriculum includes the use of jakugo, or "capping phrases." Once a monk has successfully replied to a koan, the Zen master orders the search for a classical verse to express the monk's insight into the koan. Special collections of these jakugo were compiled as handbooks to aid in that search. Until now, Zen students in the West, lacking this important resource, have been severely limited in carrying out this practice. Zen Sand combines and translates two standard jakugo handbooks and opens the way for incorporating this important tradition fully into Western Zen practice." "This impressive compendium of texts central to Zen practice offers a wealth of information not only to students of Zen or Buddhism in general, but to anyone interested in the history and culture of East Asia."--BOOK JACKET.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Zen Sand?
This edition of Zen Sand has approximately 764 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 Zen Sand?
For most readers, Zen Sand typically takes between 15h 55m and 10h 37m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 191,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 12h 44m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 26 days • Estimated word count: 191,000 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 Zen Sand?
The estimated word count for Zen Sand is approximately 191,000 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 Zen Sand?
Zen Sand was written by Victor Sōgen Hori.
When was Zen Sand published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2003. The original work may have been published on a different date.