I am looking for reliable link on Dogen Kigen - a Zen monk.
Can someone provide a link or suggestion to find information about this philosopher?
Thanks!
This site has a lot of information about him. Be sure also to check the other links at the bottom of the page.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/D%C5%8Dgen
Thank you Ms. Sue!
You're very welcome.
To find reliable information about Dogen Kigen, a Zen monk, you can follow these steps:
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2. Look for reputable sources, such as academic institutions, respected publishers, or established Zen Buddhist organizations.
3. The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy (SEP) is a reliable resource for scholarly information. Search for "Dogen Kigen" on the SEP website (plato.stanford.edu).
4. Explore digital libraries, such as JSTOR (www.jstor.org) or Project MUSE (muse.jhu.edu), which provide access to academic books and articles. Conduct a search for "Dogen Kigen" or his writings.
5. Buddhist websites, such as the Dogen Sangha or Shambhala, may offer reliable information on Dogen Kigen and his teachings. Ensure the website has proper citations or references to authenticate the information.
6. Consult books written by reputable scholars on Zen Buddhism. Some highly regarded authors on Dogen include Steven Heine, John Daido Loori, and Shohaku Okumura. You can find their books on platforms like Amazon or academic libraries.
Remember to evaluate the credibility of the sources you find by considering the reputation and expertise of the authors, cross-referencing information across multiple sources, and verifying citations or references.