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<i>The Platform Sutra</i> occupies a central place in Zen (Ch’an) Buddhist instruction for students and spiritual seekers worldwide. It is often linked with <i>The Heart Sutra</i> and <i>The Diamond Sutra</i> to form a trio of texts that have been revered and studied for centuries. However, unlike the other sutras, which transcribe the teachings of the Buddha himself, <i>The Platform Sutra</i> presents the life and work of Hui-neng, the controversial sixth patriarch of Zen, and his understanding of the fundamentals of a spiritual and practical life. Hui-neng’s instruction still matters—the seventh-century school of Direct Awakening that he founded flourishes today, continuing to influence the Rinzai and Soto schools of contemporary Zen. Red Pine offers a sensitive, straightforward, and solid translation of this vital Buddhist text. His remarkable insight and commentary provide a guiding hand for seekers and students alike in their quest for dharma.

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Author

Shi, Hui-Neng

Publisher

Counterpoint ; Turnaround [distributor

Published

2009

Language

EN

ISBN

9781593760861

Category

philosophy

Subjects

Buddhism, Philosophy, Religion

Rating

4.24 / 5 (92 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14