Only a great rain a guide to Chinese Buddhist meditation

"Very little has been published to date on China's rich traditions of Buddhist meditation. Inspired by the need to increase meaningful interaction between China and the West on spiritual issues, modern meditation master Hsing Yun here brings this vast legacy to life in straightforward and engaging l...

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Main Author: Xingyun, 1927-
Other Authors: Graham, Tom, 1951-
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Chinese
Published: Boston : Wisdom Publications, c1999.
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505 0 |a The three trainings -- Ceasing and contemplating -- The eight dhyānas -- The five contemplations. 
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