Zen Buddhism invites an encounter where reality reveals itself in its essence. Heinrich Dumoulin's "History of Zen Buddhism" is a milestone in Zen literature and has remained a standard work to this day. In addition to describing the historical development of Zen Buddhism in India, China, Korea, and Japan, Dumoulin brilliantly guides the reader into the theory and practice of Zen. Insightful, entertaining, and at times amusing anecdotes and legends make the reading experience exceptional for both beginners and experts. Volume 1: India, China, and Korea First Part: Beginnings and Roots in India Second Part: Emergence and Flourishing in China Third Part: Zen in Korea - An Overview Dumoulin’s portrayal is imbued with a spiritual atmosphere; only the loving eye truly sees.