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The Shaolin Grandmasters' Text : History, Philosophy, and Gung Fu of Shaolin Ch'an

by Order of Shaolin Ch'an
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Shaolin: Mastering Martial Arts and Buddhist Philosophy.

This book would be a great read for individuals who are interested in martial arts and Buddhist philosophy. It provides an accurate portrayal of the Shaolin Order, preserving its traditions, philosophy, and arts. The book discusses the history and philosophy of Shaolin Ch'an and explains the spiritual and martial significance of its teachings. Readers will gain a profound understanding of Shaolin's legacy and how it relates to their own life.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Shaolin Grandmasters' Text : History, Philosophy, and Gung Fu of Shaolin Ch'an

by Order of Shaolin Ch'an
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ISBN: 9780975500927
Authors: Order of Shaolin Ch'an
Publisher: Order Of Shaolin Ch'an
Date of Publication: 2008-02-15
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Philosophy, Religion
Related Topics: History, Philosophy, Martial Arts, History, Philosophy, Buddhism, History, Spirituality, Theology
Goodreads rating: 4.31
(rated by 80 readers)

Description

The Shaolin Grandmasters' Text is a one-of-a-kind volume discussing the history, philosophy and Gung Fu of Shaolin Ch'an, one of the most misunderstood schools of Ch'an Buddhism. In this revised edition, the Order of Shaolin Ch'an have updated information on their martial and Buddhist legacies in an effort to further preserve the Order's heritage.Beginning in 1901, the most senior priests of the Shaolin Order fled a war-ravaged China. Over a period of several years they gathered in New York City's Chinatown. For the last 100 years, the Order of Shaolin Ch'an has worked quietly to preserve the traditions, philosophy, and arts of the Order in the United States.Since the 70's, when Shaolin and its martial arts increasingly became a focal point of popular culture, misinformation and disinformation have anchored it in a growing notoriety. In contrast, this volume strives to accurately share what is spiritually meaningful and martially significant about Shaolin.
 

Shaolin: Mastering Martial Arts and Buddhist Philosophy.

This book would be a great read for individuals who are interested in martial arts and Buddhist philosophy. It provides an accurate portrayal of the Shaolin Order, preserving its traditions, philosophy, and arts. The book discusses the history and philosophy of Shaolin Ch'an and explains the spiritual and martial significance of its teachings. Readers will gain a profound understanding of Shaolin's legacy and how it relates to their own life.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.