Thoughts on the East
By: Thomas Merton ; with an introduction by George Woodcock.
Publisher: New Directions Books
Published: 1995
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 84
Subjects: Merton, Thomas, 1915-1968.; Christianity and other religions -- Asian.; Spiritual life -- Comparative studies.; Mysticism -- Comparative studies.; Monastic and religious life -- Comparative studies.; East and West.; Asia -- Religion.
Description: An ecumenical anthology, Thoughts on the East gathers Merton's essential definitions of the religions that so much interested him - Taoism, Buddhism (in many forms, but especially Zen), Sufism, and Hinduism. Unified by Merton's belief that East and West share "a unity of outlook and purpose, a common spiritual climate," this eclectic selection also offers a fascinating introduction by the late George Woodcock, author of the acclaimed critical study, Thomas Merton: Monk and Poet.