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# Two Zen Classics: The Gateless Gate and the Blue Cliff Records

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Good Stuff
  

*by B***3 on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 6, 2023*

The Wumenkuan is probably one of the greatest Buddhist texts I've ever read, and the translator's notes are extremely helpful. No complaints from me, thoroughly enjoyed the book and am very grateful for all the help the translator gives.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Wonderful edition
  

*by J***Y on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on July 25, 2022*

I like the added notes, it brings more to the passages. It's great for Western thought because it's so different from Eastern thought. We just have different cultural backgrounds. I believe we can learn quite a lot from each other. I recommend this to anyoneinterested in Zazen even if you're Eastern. It gives a different perspective. I really enjoyed the book so I say 5 s*t*a*r*s*!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    A Must for Buddhists & for Understanding Zen.
  

*by P***T on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 23, 2016*

At this time, I was relatively new to the Zen tradition (having read Shunryu Suzuki, Dogen, & D.T. Suzuki), and still felt I was missing  an important piece, because these writers often appeared to be referencing some unseen/unspecified body of literature.So, when I eventually heard about the mysterious “Blue Cliff Records”,  I knew this was something I needed to look into -- and that search lead me here.This work was exactly what I was looking for; the Blue Cliff Records [Jap: Hekiganroku] contains an ancient collection of 100 short, cryptic, & poetic dialogues called “ko’ans” --often an exchange between a historical Master & student-- collected & commented on by Setcho [Xuedou Chongxian; d.1052] and subsequently Engo [Yuanwu Keqin; d.1135] for the purpose of acting as a tool for monks to cultivate discernment & concentration.In this present volume, not only did Katsuki Sekida [et al.] provide quality translations  of TWO famous ko'an collections (Mumonkan & Hekiganroku), but he also provided  essential exposition &  enlightening commentary  on the otherwise impenetrable aspects of each vignette.For example:1) Sekida illuminates obscure Chinese & Japanese cultural references, as well as obscure references to aspects of Zen Buddhism2) provides historical background on important personages [monks, masters, emperors, etc.]3) useful linguistic/translation insights4) and of course, contributes perspective on the meaning of various  phrases within the koan.Essentially, Sekida supplements the necessary information/analysis to bring the koans to life -- to allow you to get the most out of them.He does this via his own substantial Zen experience and by working with what remains of Engo’s ancient notes.The arrangement is very appealing & orderly, and each koan case (plus Sekida's bullet-point notes) lasts about 2-3 pages.Needless to say,  I really enjoyed reading this book. Between experiencing the minds of the Zen Patriarch-pantheon, &Sekida’s skillful assistance in drawing out their message, “Two Zen Classics” elevated my perception, & deepened my understanding of Zen.~-Paul C.

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