From a living treasure of Japanese Zen an inspiring collection of teachings about the power of Buddhist practice to help you transform suffering and touch the marrow of your life.

In this sparkling collection of teachings Japanese Zen master Shundo Aoyama Roshi offers an entry to the authentic practice of Zen Buddhism. Or rather she offers a myriad of entries for Zen Seeds as its title suggests is comprised of brief chapters meant to plant seeds of wisdom and compassion in readers. Ranging from classical Zen sources such as the teachings of Dogen and the encounter stories of the koans to anecdotes from Aoyama's fascinating life and from those of her many students the book paints a profoundly compelling portrait of the transformative possibilities of Zen. A pioneering female leader in the Soto Zen school Aoyama Roshi demonstrates the power of practice for anyone seeking to lead a life of greater conviction and spiritual nourishment.