Zen philosophy of spiritual development: Insights about human development and spiritual diversity for social work education
Edward R. Canda, Sachiko Gomi
Journal of Religion & Spirituality in Social Work Social Thought September 27, 2018 DOI: 10.1080/15426432.2018.1520671 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Buddhism |
| Citations | 8 |
| Key points | Argues that the Ten Ox Herding Pictures offer a model of spiritual development that can be interpreted through Zen philosophy, Jungian and transpersonal theories, and Christian theological dialogue, and that this model is relevant to teaching human development, Zen-oriented social practice, and Buddhist-derived clinical practices such as mindfulness. |
Abstract
This article explores Zen Buddhist philosophy of spiritual development by examining one of the most common representations within the Zen Buddhist religious tradition, the Ten Ox Herding Pictures, which illustrate both religiously and culturally specific ideas and cross-culturally common themes. Interpretations from the standpoints of Zen philosophy, Jungian and transpersonal theories, and dialogue with Christian theology show their relevance to teaching about human development, Zen oriented social practice, and Buddhist derived clinical practices such as mindfulness. Some educational activities are suggested.
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Citations in the library
Cites 3
- Mindfulness, Self-Care, and Wellness in Social Work: Effects of Contemplative Training Journal of Religion & Spirituality in Social Work Social Thought July 1, 2011
- East/West Philosophical Synthesis in Transpersonal Theory The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare December 1, 1991
- Zen practice: a training method to enhance the skills of clinical social workers. Social Work in Health Care 2009