An inexhaustible source of the mysterious wisdom of Zen.

This classic of Zen literature from the 12th century is one of the fundamental, essential writings of Zen Buddhism. The book shows the spiritual path to realisation through a story told in pictures and verses of a shepherd in search of his lost ox - his true self.

Zen Master Zensho's valuable commentaries are an expression of his enlightened consciousness - extremely clear, very descriptive, easy to understand and true to life. They are of great practical value and a unique guide on the path to self-realisation. For the first time, Zansho's illuminating explanations provide new access to a clear understanding of the mysterious meaning of the ten oxen images of Zen.

'There is no book that illustrates the teachings of Zen as clearly as the Ten Ox Images of Zen. They explain them completely and reveal the profound truth of Zen.
Zen master Zenkei Shibayama.