Includes bibliographical references and index.

1.Introduction Biography of Suzuki Historical and intellectual context of Suzuki Scope of book -- 2. Self Introduction The Problem of one's self Self in the Philosophy of Buddhism Self in Emptiness -- 3. Knowledge No-self and Knowledge Zen Wisdom Zen of Experience and Experience of Zen Language and Koans -- 4. World Zen of Sociology Sociology of Zen Zen and Ideology Zen in History and History in Zen -- 5. D.T. Suzuki's Philosophical Legacy Criticism and responses Silent lingering Appendix One: Translation of Zen to Tetsugaku [Zen and philosophy] (1952) Appendix Two: Translation of Zen ni okeru kojin [The individual in Zen] (1964) Further Reading and Discussion Questions -- Bibliography -- Index.

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"D.T. Suzuki (1870-1966) reached global fame for his writings on Zen Buddhism. In this introduction to his theories of self, knowledge, and the world, Suzuki is presented as a Buddhist philosopher in his own right. Beginning with a biography of his life providing the historical context to his thought and discussing Suzuki's influences, chapters cover the Zen notion of the non-self and Suzuki's Zen view of consciousness, language, and religious truths. His ideas about philosophy and radical views on rationality and faith come to life in two new complete translations of The Place of Peace in our Heart (1894) and Science and Religion (1949), which helps us to understand why Suzuki's description of Zen attracted the attention of many leading intellectuals and helped it become a household name in the English-speaking world. Offering the first complete overview of Suzuki's approach, reputation, and legacy as a philosopher, this is for anyone interested in the philosophical relevance and development of Mahayana Buddhism today."-- Provided by publisher.

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