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Tell Me Something About Buddhism: Questions and Answers for the Curious Beginner
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For anyone curious about the teachings of Buddha and modern Buddhist practice, Tell Me Something about Buddhism offers the perfect introduction. Written by Soto Zen priest Zenju Earthlyn Manuel and organized in an easy-to-use Question and Answer format, this brief book answers the many common questions people have about Buddhism, everything from who was Buddha to why do monks, nuns, and priests shave their heads. Manuel, who was been involved in Buddhist practice for over twenty years, after an L.A. upbringing in an African-American Christian church, intertwines throughout the book her personal experiences as one of the first African-American Zen priests. Her life in the Sangha, her teaching in local communities, and her travels around the world meeting other Buddhist practitioners enliven her answers to the most fundamental questions about Buddhist practice. She writes, "Had I not opened myself to the many teachings from the earth, such as Buddha's wisdom, it would have been nearly impossible to survive the fires of my soul." Included are about 20 illustrations by the author in charcoal-and-pencil style.
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I recommend for the beginner or who want to know the foundation , pray , meditate - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I began reading this book not knowing it was by an African American woman and am so happy to have come across it. Also being an African American woman, I found so many of her experiences relatable and am grateful she so bravely shared her experiences. I also love the q and a format and feel like this book explained so much for me. The "further books to read" list at the back was so very thoughtful. I will be buying the physical copy of this book and look forward to reading others by the author.