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Buddhism Plain and Simple

The Practice of Being Aware Right Now, Every Day
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Buddhism Plain and Simple by Steve Hagen is an accessible guide that introduces readers to the core teachings of Buddhism without any mystical or religious jargon. The book focuses on understanding and experiencing the principles of mindfulness and awareness in everyday life, offering practical insights to lead a more conscious and enlightened existence. It aims to present Buddhism as a straightforward and practical philosophy accessible to all.
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Buddhism Plain and Simple

In Buddhism Plain and Simple Zen priest and longtime teacher Steve Hagen presents this heart of Buddhist teaching, pared down to its essence and explained in everyday language. It's a true "beginner's mind" introduction to the practice of being awake and in touch with the here and now.

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"This is the clearest and most precise exposition of Buddhism I have ever read. If you're looking for enlightenment rather than just scholarly knowledge, you'd better read this." – Robert M. Pirsig, author of Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance

When the Buddha was asked to sum up his teachings in a single word, he said, "Awareness" – experiencing the whole of reality, seeing what is, and being entirely in the present. In this way, the mind is made free.

In Buddhism Plain and Simple, Zen priest and longtime teacher Steve Hagen presents this heart of Buddhist teaching, pared down to its essence and explained in everyday language. It's a true "beginner's mind" introduction to the practice of being awake and in touch with the here and now.

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Buddhism Plain and Simple by Steve Hagen is praised for its clear, accessible introduction to key Buddhist concepts. Reviewers highlight its focus on direct experience and simplicity, which aids both beginners and those familiar with Buddhist philosophy. Many appreciate the author's straightforward approach, avoiding unnecessarily complex jargon, making it a practical guide for modern spiritual seekers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780804851183

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 November 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Tuttle Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 227g

Pages: 192

About the Author

Steve Hagen, Roshi, has been a student and practitioner of Zen since 1967. For fifteen years he studied with Dainin Katagiri, Roshi, from whom he received Dharma Transmission (endorsement to teach) in 1980. He is the founder of the Dharma Field Zen Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and the author of such works as Buddhism Is Not What You Think, Meditation Now or Never and Why the World Doesn't Seem to Make Sense.

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