This is the first book to offer the great master's incisive wisdom in short selections taken from the whole range of his voluminous works. The pithy and powerful readings, arranged according to theme, provide a perfect introduction to Dogen - and inspire spiritual practice in people of all traditions.

Over the past few years, Brianna Wiest has gained renown for her deeply moving, philosophical writing. This new compilation of her published work features pieces on why you should pursue purpose over passion, embrace negative thinking, see the wisdom in daily routine, and become aware of the cognitive biases that are creating the way you see your life. Some of these pieces have never been seen; others have been read by millions of people around the world. Regardless, each will leave you thinking: This idea changed my life.

※可能な限り音質向上を試みましたが、本作には聴きづらい箇所がございます。音源の歴史的価値を考慮して配信しておりますこと、予めご了承ください。

日本ＹＭＣＡ同盟学生部による夏期ゼミナールとして行われた。
講演日時：1977年8月31日
主催：日本ＹＭＣＡ同盟学生部
場所：御殿場ＹＭＣＡ東山荘
収載書誌：春秋社『〈信〉の構造PART2』（2004年）、中公文庫『語りの海3新版・言葉という思想』（1995年）

(毎月第4水曜配信予定、全183巻)

非凡さはいらない。必要なのは平凡な常識を円満に備えた人である。青年は誰しも己を過信し、徒に不平不満を発して軽挙妄動に走り、そうして自ら誤った方向に道を定めてしまうものである。若き日の渋沢栄一もまたその一人であった。一七歳にして幕末の世の不合理を嘆き、武士となって国を変えるという分不相応な立志を抱き、結果として道に迷い尊皇攘夷に走った。維新後、日本の商工業の発達の必要性を感じた渋沢は、自分自身の素質と才能を顧みて、三十歳の時に実業家として生きることを決意し、生涯歩むべき道とした。このときが真の立志であったと渋沢は語り、青年期を迷走して無駄に過ごし、立志が遅れたことを悔いている。渋沢は自身の経験を逆説として、「青年にはよく精査して志を立て、有意義な生涯を送ってほしい」と言う。若者は新しい知識や技術を早くから学ぶことができる。そうであれば、常識や人格を正しく修養して素質に応じた志を立てれば将来は明るいはずであると青年を激励し、その修養法や社会で生き抜くための処世術を教える。青年期は人生における大切な修養期間である。若者たちが自分を磨いてその本領を知り、自信を持って社会に出られるよう渋沢は切望する。渋沢が若者たちに贈る期待と勇気に満ちた言葉は、時代を超えて現代の若者たちにも向けられていることを我々は知る必要がある。 ※本商品は『渋沢栄一 立志の作法 成功失敗をいとわず』(国書刊行会刊...

Language defines us as a species, placing humans head and shoulders above even the most proficient animal communicators. But it also beguiles us with its endless mysteries, allowing us to ponder why different languages emerged, why there isn't simply a single language, how languages change over time and whether that's good or bad, and how languages die out and become extinct.

Lucidly and beautifully written, Peace Is Every Step contains commentaries, meditations, personal anecdotes, and stories from Nhat Hanh's experiences as a peace activist, teacher, and community leader. It begins where the listener already is - in the kitchen, office, driving a car, walking - and shows how deep meditative presence is available now.

A survey of the quirks and quandaries of the English language, focusing on our strange and wonderful grammar. Why do we say "I am reading a catalog" instead of "I read a catalog"? Why do we say "do" at all? Is the way we speak a reflection of our cultural values? Delving into these provocative topics and more, Our Magnificent Bastard Tongue distills hundreds of years of fascinating lore into one lively history.

The 13 chapters of The Art of War, each devoted to one aspect of warfare, were compiled by the high-ranking Chinese military general, strategist, and philosopher Sun-Tzu. In spite of its battlefield specificity, The Art of War has found new life in the modern age, with leaders in fields as wide and far-reaching as world politics, human psychology, and corporate strategy finding valuable insight in its timeworn words.

In simple and straightforward language, Bhante Gunaratana shares the Buddha's teachings on mindfulness and how we can use these principles to improve our daily lives, deepen our mindfulness, and move closer to our spiritual goals. Based on the classic Satipatthana Sutta, one of the most succinct yet rich explanations of meditation, Bhante's presentation is nonetheless thoroughly modern.

Dhammapada means "the path of dharma", the path of harmony and righteousness that anyone can follow to reach the highest good. This classic Buddhist scripture is a collection of vivid, practical verses gathered from direct disciples who wanted to preserve what they had heard from the Buddha himself. Easwaran's translation of this classic Buddhist text is the best-selling translation in the US.

聖書は多くの人の手によって書かれた、神と人間との歴史における出会いの物語です。今から3000年ほど前の紀元前10世紀頃にその最も古い部分が書かれ、紀元後2世紀に最後の書が書かれました。

The teachings of Shunryu Suzuki have served for innumerable people as the gateway to Zen practice and meditation. In Zen Is Right Now, devoted student and biographer David Chadwick sheds new light on Suzuki’s presence and teachings through selected quotes from his lectures and a variety of stories told by his students.

Most of us believe that our happiness depends on the outside world - and that by solving our problems, improving our relationships, or achieving success, we will find contentment. In You Can Be Happy No Matter What, Dr. Richard Carlson shows that happiness has nothing to do with forces beyond our control. His simple and practical guide teaches 5 principles for discovering a new mode of living that doesn't repress natural emotions, yet where feelings and thoughts don't overwhelm us.

Thich Nhat is a spiritual luminary, second only to the Dalai Lama, and is globally renowned and admired. His words of wisdom are centralized in finding peace in every moment; whether you're stopped at a red light or answering a phone, mindfulness grounds you into the present moment. Go Slowly, Breathe, and Smile will provide encouraging words of advice from the Wisest Monk Thich Nhat Hanh, words of wisdom to thrive in the mind and body, and life lessons and tools for mindful meditations.

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