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Focusing on the author's personal journey, the book explores the intersection of Zen philosophy and the practice of Kyudo, a traditional Japanese archery form. Through his experiences in 1920s Japan, Herrigel reveals how archery serves as a spiritual discipline, emphasizing mindfulness and the connection between body and mind. This work played a pivotal role in introducing Zen concepts to Western readers in the mid-20th century, making it a significant cultural bridge.
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Zen in the Art of Archery, Eugen Herrigel
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- 2022
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Eugen Herrigel
- Publisher
- Sanage Publishing House
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 78
- ISBN13
- 9789394924611
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, Religion & Spirituality, Religious Topics, Philosophical Topics, Religion, Philosophy, Spirituality, Buddhism, Martial Arts, Zen, Shintoism
- First published
- 1948
- Original title
- Zen in the Art of Archery
- Rating
- 4 out of 5
- Description
- Focusing on the author's personal journey, the book explores the intersection of Zen philosophy and the practice of Kyudo, a traditional Japanese archery form. Through his experiences in 1920s Japan, Herrigel reveals how archery serves as a spiritual discipline, emphasizing mindfulness and the connection between body and mind. This work played a pivotal role in introducing Zen concepts to Western readers in the mid-20th century, making it a significant cultural bridge.