ISBN The Light That Shines through Infinity

The Light That Shines through Infinity

A Zen Buddhist perspective on the universal flow of cosmic energy and how to incorporate that energy into one’s life and spiritual practice–from one of the most revered figures in American Zen.

The universe is alive with a dynamic energy that creates and sustains our lives.  It surrounds us, flows through us, and is available to us in every moment.  Spiritual practice, according to Dainin Katagiri Roshi, is about aligning ourselves with this ever-present life force–sometimes referred to as chi, qi, or ki. This collection, edited from his talks, focuses on cosmic energy as it relates to all aspects of Zen practice.  With references to classic texts and personal stories that bring the teachings to life, The Light That Shines through Infinity is also a powerful antidote to the notion that practice is in some way about transcending the world around us. It is in fact about nothing other than relating to it compassionately and whole-heartedly.


About author(s)
Born in Osaka, Japan, in 1928, Dainin Katagiri was trained traditionally as a Zen teacher. He first came to the United States in 1963, to help with a Soto Zen Temple in Los Angeles. He later joined Shunryu Suzuki Roshi…