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The One Taste of Truth
Zen and the Art of Drinking Tea
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- Pages
- 240 pages
- Reading time
- 9 hours
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The book delves into the profound relationship between Zen philosophy and the traditional tea culture of China and Japan. Renowned translator William Scott Wilson highlights how tea drinking serves as a ritual for contemplation and spiritual elevation. He examines key phrases from Zen and Chinese philosophy, often displayed in tea rooms and dojos, that foster the ideal environment for meditation and tea enjoyment. This exploration reveals the deeper significance of tea as a medium for mindfulness and reflection in these cultures.
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The One Taste of Truth, William Scott Wilson
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- Released
- 2013
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- Title
- The One Taste of Truth
- Subtitle
- Zen and the Art of Drinking Tea
- Language
- English
- Authors
- William Scott Wilson
- Publisher
- Shambhala
- Released
- 2013
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 240
- ISBN13
- 9781611800265
- Category
- Social sciences, Philosophy, Esotericism and Religion, Cookbooks
- Description
- The book delves into the profound relationship between Zen philosophy and the traditional tea culture of China and Japan. Renowned translator William Scott Wilson highlights how tea drinking serves as a ritual for contemplation and spiritual elevation. He examines key phrases from Zen and Chinese philosophy, often displayed in tea rooms and dojos, that foster the ideal environment for meditation and tea enjoyment. This exploration reveals the deeper significance of tea as a medium for mindfulness and reflection in these cultures.