{"id":755,"date":"2014-09-12T19:54:29","date_gmt":"2014-09-12T17:54:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/stage.zen-road.org\/our-publications\/"},"modified":"2017-04-24T10:46:30","modified_gmt":"2017-04-24T08:46:30","slug":"our-publications","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/zen-road.org\/en\/our-publications\/","title":{"rendered":"our publications"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Books by Rei Ryu Coupey on the Zen classics<\/h5>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\"bks-thesongofthewindinthedrytree\"<\/td>\n\n

The Song of the Wind in the Dry Tree<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Hohm Press, 2014<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

\u201cThe teaching of olden times is no different than that of today\u201d writes the author in his commentary on these two Japanese writings of the 13th<\/sup> Century which are presented in this book. It concerns the Sansho Doei<\/i>, a collection of poems composed by Master Dogen and the Komyozo Zanmai<\/i> written by his close disciple Koun Ejo. The 12 poems of the Sansho Doei<\/i> dealt with here, are on the subject of nature, but as Coupey says it, it is always \u201ca question of consciousness: Liberated consciousness, natural and ordinary, which is neither for something nor against.\u201d The Komyozo Zanma<\/i>i on the contrary isn\u2019t a poem, but a little tract about the state of the mind in zazen, which is<\/span> our original nature (and not the development of our personality , for instance.)<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"bks-zensimplysitting\"<\/td>\n\n

Zen Simply Sitting<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Hohm Press, 2007<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Commentaries on the Fukanzazengi<\/i>, the \u2018Universal guide on the correct practice of zazen\u2019. This is one of the most important and fundamental texts of Master Dogen, which has never been published before in a comprehensive way in the English language. Dogen, in this text, underlines the fact that the importance of the practice of zazen (that is to say, awakening) is not limited to a monastic context, but is accessible to all. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0[Quote from a review on spiral nature.com] Coupey goes deeper into zazen, what the practice means, what it can lead to, and the importance of letting go. To just sit, without a goal in mind. He\u2019s able to place the practice within a larger narrative, sharing stories and poetry as they relate to his themes from various traditions. <\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"bks-inthebellyofthedragon\"<\/td>\nIn the Belly of the Dragon Vol. 1<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

American Zen Association, 2005<\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Written in China in the 600s, at a time a bit like ours, when zen started to take root in a new land, the Shinjinmei<\/i>, \u2018Poem of faith in the mind\u2019 of Master Sosan, epitomises the original teachings of zen. It is striking to observe the point to which these simple words are meaningful today. Philippe Coupey suggests reading these poems, which call out to us in our everyday life.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Books by Master Deshimaru,<\/h3>\n

compiled and edited by Rei Ryu Coupey<\/em><\/h5>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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<\/a>Zen & Karma<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Hohm Press, 2016<\/em><\/p>\n

Widely revised version of the book “The Voice of the Valley”, first issued in 1979.
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Karma generally refers to the principle of cause and effect, acknowledging that each individual will \u201creap what they sow,\u201d whether in this lifetime or some future life. Deshimaru, however, explains that this doctrine really has nothing to do with a simple good or bad balance-chart for the individual person, but rather concerns the activity of humanity as a whole. He highlights the necessity for clearly seeing one\u2019s own thinking, which is creating the hell that we and others endure\u2014an immediate karmic payback.<\/p>\n

As Deshimaru compares this doctrine of karma within Mahayana Buddhism with Western philosophy, he points to the need for wise and ethical action in all aspects of life. His dedication, like that of great masters in all traditions, is with the relief of suffering and the clarity needed to pierce to the cause of suffering. Serious sitting practice, in the way he presents it, creates that access.<\/p>\n

This second edition of his book “The Voice of the Valley,” first issued in 1979,<\/span>\u00a0is a live record of the Master\u2019s teaching content (kusens) and his style of presentation during a practice sesshin (retreat) of several days. Deshimaru spoke in English, and his words were recorded and compiled from notes taken by the editor (Coupey) and other students. His subjects are as timely today as they were in the late 70s. At a time when contemporary Zen practice has been co-opted by the culture of \u201cnew and now,\u201d his teachings do not compromise. This is no self-oriented \u201cwellness Zen\u201d cultivated for feeling more relaxed. This is the real deal, a call to a stark, \u201cno-gain\u201d approach to clear perception of reality from one who studied and practiced this tradition fully aligned to its source. As such, this book is a precious vehicle of direct transmission.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"bks_zenandbudo<\/td>\nZen & Budo<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Budo Editions , 2014 (Bilingual english \/ french)<\/em><\/p>\n

This is the very first text that Philippe Coupey worked on with Master Deshimaru, after the oral teaching that Deshimaru gave during a week long session at Zinal in Switzerland in 1975, on the theme \u201c Zen and the martial arts.\u2019 This was attended by 250 participants \u2013 most notably masters and professors of the martial arts \u2013 who came from all over the world.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"bks-mushotokumind\"<\/td>\n\n

Mushotoku mind \u2013 The heart of the heart sutra<\/em><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Hohm Press, 2012<\/span><\/em> (Revised and reedited by Richard Collins, with an introduction by Rei Ryu Coupey)<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Deshimaru’s commentary on this sutra comes directly from the mind of zazen, i.e. the mind described in the Hannya Shingyo <\/i>(The heart sutra), for it was in the dojo, and during zazen, that the teaching was pronounced. The text follows a rhythm of Zen-teaching, philosophical explanations, Zen- anecdotes, calligraphies of the master and allusions to western science and society.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"bks-sit\"<\/td>\nSit<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Hohm Press, 1996<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

A book on rinzai zen and soto zen \u2013 and on the question of education of a man\/or of a human being. This book presents Deshimaru\u2019s teaching, given during zazen on a summer retreat.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"bks-thevoiceofthevalley\"<\/td>\nThe Voice of the Valley<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Bobbs-Merrill, 1979\u00a0 <\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

OUT OF PRINT, See further up for the 2nd edition of this book “Zen & Karma”.
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Teaching on karma \u2013 this book shows, like \u201cSit\u201d, understanding that Master Deshimaru had about human nature, as well as his strength, humour and sensitivity, which makes this \u201cThe Voice of the Valley\u201d a deep and varied book. <\/span><\/p>\n

However, his criticism of certain zen masters wasn\u2019t always appreciated and some passages have been censored in the USA. This is an extract from a mondo (question and answer in the dojo) on this subject:<\/span><\/p>\n

Disciple<\/span>.You have recently received a letter from a Canandian disciple of Philip Kapleau, a certain Albert Low.<\/a>[1] He says that reading many passages from your book \u2018The voice of the valley\u2019 made him very sad \u2013 mainly the passages where, according to him, you attack other enlightened masters. He thinks that this kind of thing should not happen between men of satori. And to finish, he says that you are nothing but a farmyard cockerel.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n

Deshimaru.<\/span> I am a cockerel?<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n

Disciple.<\/span> Because you fight with other masters, with Kapleau, with Yasutani…<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n

Deshimaru.<\/span> Yes, that\u2019s true. Buddha too, he criticised the faults of others without holding back. He also criticised the ancient religions of India. All great masters criticise. Christ too. Religious people should not follow a false path. This is a very important point. A master who follows everything is stupid. [this is directed at masters who mix rinzai and soto , like Kapleau and Yasutani ] I don\u2019t want to accept faults. [Master Deshimaru raises his thumb] Study of doctrine demands true discussion. What is the true way, the true path? There is only one. In modern religion, everyone follows everything that appears. Our lives are not long, so we need to find the true path. This is why there are these discussions between masters. Which religion is best? Which philosophy is best? What is true? A true master must show this. It\u2019s not about quarrelling! This is the duty of religion.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n

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Fiction-books by M.C. Dalley<\/h5>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\"bks_horsemedicine\"<\/td>\nHorse Medicine<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

<\/i>American Zen Association, 2002<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

A book about someone on the margins, who despite himself doesn\u2019t stop practising zen and following the teachings of his master. That is to say, to embrace the contradictions, just where they hurt the most. A book which has been hotly opposed in the world of buddhists and editors.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"bks_templerapidlyvanishing<\/td>\nTemple Rapidly Vanishing<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Deux Versants \u00c9diteur, 2012<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

In this work, Dalley plunges more deeply into hell \u2013 the first circle of hell, he says. To pay to stay in the Temple of Evanescence, he \u2018works\u2019 either as lookout or bodyguard for a prostitute, who denounces him as a pimp, which gets him arrested and tried. The tale is full of twists and turns, some funny, some very dark, but Dalley negotiates them like a dancer, or a boxer……<\/span><\/p>\n

Reply on the manuscripts submission by Second Chance Press, Judith Shepard: “We try to publish books which either please us, or seem to be important. Sometimes we publish books which amuse us. As for your manuscript, thanks, but no thanks.”<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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