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The Platform Sutra of the Sixth Patriarch

The Platform Sutra records the teachings of Hui-neng, the Sixth Patriarch, who is revered as one of the two great figures in the founding of Ch'an (Zen) Buddhism. This translation is the definitive English version of the eighth-century Ch'an classic. Dr. Yampolsky also furnishes a lengthy and detailed historical introduction that provides the context essential to an understanding of Hui-neng's work.

Box of Starlight – available as custom order

10" long x 6 1/2" wide x 5" high This first Box of Starlight was inspired by the passing of the Daily Zen companion Radar in 2018.  We wanted something special to put his ashes in as many people do when losing a cherished animal friend.&nb...

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