The Bodhisattva Warriors - Shifu Nagaboshi Tomio (Terence Dukes)

Title: The Bodhisattva Warriors: The Origin, Inner Philosophy, History and Symbolism of the Buddhist Martial Art within India and China

Author: Shifu Nagaboshi Tomio (Terence Dukes)

Publisher: Samuel Weiser, Inc.

Format: Paperback

First published: 1994

This edition: First edition, later printing

ISBN: 0877287856

Category: Eastern & World Traditions, History, Politics & Society

Condition: Second-hand. Good condition overall. Please see photos for the exact copy available.

A substantial study of the religious, philosophical and historical foundations of Buddhist martial traditions in India and China. Terence Dukes, writing as Shifu Nagaboshi Tomio, examines Chuan Fa, meditation practices, symbolism and the relationship between physical discipline and Buddhist spiritual training.

The book draws on both northern Chinese Chaan movement traditions and southern Chinese esoteric schools, with extensive supporting material on Buddhist history, doctrine and martial culture. A useful specialist title for readers interested in Buddhism, kung fu history, martial philosophy and Asian esoteric traditions.