
2004
Paperback
101-200 Pages
Contemporary Fiction Novels Books
PARTAP SHARMA
9788129105646
Action & Adventure
Rupa Publications India
English
India
Name : Zen Katha: The Story of Bodi Dharma
Author : PARTAP SHARMA
Book Format : Paperback
Genre : Action & Adventure
ISBN : 9788129105646
Language : English
Pages : 101-200 Pages
Publish Year : 2004
Publisher : Rupa Publications India
Sub Genre : Contemporary Fiction Novels Books
Zen Katha tells the story of how Bodhidharma, born a prince in the south Indian kingdom of Kanchipuram in the fifth century, had to discover ways to excel at unarmed combat because the royal Pallavas prided themselves on their wrestling skills. The prince became a monk and travelled to China. There, his somewhat eccentric behavior led to various piquant situations. He became not only the Founding Patriarch of Zen but also the first peaceful fighting monk. As Chief Abbot of the Monastery of Shaolin, he initiated the tradition that now makes it unique.
Country of Origin : India
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