Well conceived, well written, and well performed.

This book comes to us through a monumental effort by the two editors, who searched more than two thousand years of Zen literature for the most illuminating examples of women’s power within that male-dominated tradition. One hundred Koans were selected (vaguely similar to the parables of Christian tradition, but the tales end in mysteries whose deeper meanings are best found through focussed meditation). For each of these selections an explanatory reflection by a practicing Zen teacher was elicited.
The book thus combines the knowledge and wisdom of more than a hundred established teachers of Zen, and offers rich food for thought, possibly for years, even for a curious outsider such as myself.
Highly recommended for anyone wishing for insight into Zen thought and practice, and especially the role therein of women throughout the centuries.

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Straight to the heart

Historic female dharma practitioners have their voice rediscovered and modern female practitioners provide insightful commentary.