Publication
Imprint: Berkeley, Calif. : Parallax Press, 1992. Context: Reprinted from a limited edition of 500 copies originally published Monterey, Kentucky : Larkspur Press, 1990. Edition: First paperback edition published by Parallax Press. Responsibility: Roshi Robert Aitken, foreword by Thich Nhat Hanh. Physical: Text : 1 volume : xxiik 76 pages ; 23 cm. Features: Includes glossary, index.
Call number
Precepts / Aitken
ISBN
0938077600 / 9780938077602
Original publication date
1992
Collections
CSS Library Notes
Description: The Dragon Who Never Sleeps is a collection of gathas, vows for daily living in verse form that are similar to prayers. Reciting these poetic vows can help us be fully present in each moment of our lives, resolving to do our best on each occasion. Robert Aitken offers us ways to face life's difficulties with insight and humor. These gathas serve as gentle reminders to live in the present, accepting ourselves and offering joy to others.
Table of Contents: Foreword
Introduction
Gathas
FY1993 / FY2015 /
Table of Contents: Foreword
Introduction
Gathas
FY1993 / FY2015 /
Physical description
xxii, 76 p.; 23 cm
Description
The Dragon Who Never Sleeps is a collection of gathas--poetic vows for daily living in verse form--that are similar to prayers. Reciting these gathas can help us to face life's difficulties with understanding and humor. They serve as gentle reminders to live in the present, accept ourselves, and offer joy to others.
Language
Original language
English