Zen at the End of Religion, James Ishmael Ford
Zen at the End of Religion, James Ishmael Ford
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Zen at the End of Religion
An Introduction for the Curious, the Skeptical, and the Spiritual but Not Religious

Author: James Ishmael Ford

Narrator: Austin Ku

Unabridged: 5 hr 30 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 02/10/2026


Synopsis

Zen as the ideal path for those who have left institutional religion behindDo you feel there is something more to be found in life? Is there something more for your life? Traditionally people turn to religions to find that "more."Today, when cultures are in upheaval and traditional religions are collapsing, a prominent Zen teacher explores the possibility of a spirituality at the heart of all religions.Zen at the End of Religion is a brief introduction to Zen as a practical expression of perennial wisdom, a "naturalistic perennialism."The book offers a simple introduction to the core of Zen's why and how. While Zen is a rich and varied tradition, this introduction focuses on the essentials, the foundations of the Zen way. This book explores the Four Noble Truths, the Two Truths, the Ten Ox Herding Pictures, Zen meditation, samadhi, koans, enlightenment, and more.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Mike on July 02, 2025

In this book, Roshi Ford brings together a combination of a life long dedication to Zen practice as well as deep and wide scholarly reading indicative of a curious and delightful mind, all reflecting on what spiritual practice is like in this tumultuous time. This is a book with deep and gentle wisdo......more

Goodreads review by Kelly on June 18, 2025

Very insightful, but I confess, much of it is over my head. I'm inspired now to read more on the subject. I've signed up for a meditation class as well.......more