The Zen Gospel: When Buddha Meets Jesus

Have you ever noticed the striking similarity between the parables of Jesus and Zen koans?Both, through enigmatic and paradoxical stories, invite us to question our certainties and embark on an inner journey towards the discovery of truth.This fascinating book explores the common ground between Christianity and Zen, illuminating how parables and koans, while rooted in different spiritual traditions, share a core of universal wisdom.Through a comparative analysis, the book reveals how Jesus and Buddha, while operating in different cultural contexts, both used evocative narratives to awaken awareness in their disciples. Parables, with their immediacy and symbolic language, and koans, with their seemingly illogical and provocative nature, become powerful tools to dismantle our habitual categories of thought and lead us towards a deeper understanding of reality.In this book you will discoverThe essence of the Gospel parables and Zen koans, and their role in guiding the spiritual seeker towards enlightenment.The points of contact between the message of Jesus and the teachings of Buddha, highlighting how both invite us to love, compassion, and detachment from material possessions.A comparative analysis of specific parables and koans, to reveal their symbolic richness and hidden meaning.How the age-old wisdom of these narratives can still illuminate our personal path today and help us live a fuller and more conscious life.Who is this book for?For those interested in interreligious dialogue and the search for common ground between different spiritual traditions.For scholars of Christianity and Buddhism who wish to deepen their understanding of parables and koans.For those on a spiritual journey and seeking inspiration and tools for their personal growth.For anyone fascinated by the power of stories and their ability to transform our lives.Let yourself be surprised by the resonance between parables and koans, and embark on an inner journey that will change you forever.

• | Author: Elia Luce
• | Publisher: Independently Published
• | Publication Date: Feb 18, 2025
• | Number of Pages: 00068 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: NA
• | ISBN-13: 9798311242257